Trump announces Isreal and Lebanon ceasefire

This isn’t a big surprise given the leaks all week but it’s still progress and a great signal that the US and Iran are on track: I just had excellent conversations with the Highly Respected President Joseph Aoun, of Lebanon, and Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, of Israel. These two Leaders have agreed that in order to achieve PEACE between…

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Diverging central bank paths – BNP Paribas

BNP Paribas notes Latin American central banks are responding differently to renewed inflation risks. The easing cycle seems over in Chile and Peru, while Mexico’s central bank may deliver one last cut if Middle East tensions ease. Brazil has started a gradual easing cycle, whereas Colombia is expected to be the only major central bank to hike short-term rates….

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Pound On Right Track. Forecast as of 16.04.2026

2026.04.16 2026.04.16 Pound On Right Track. Forecast as of 16.04.2026 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ The UK government and the Bank of England appear to have made the right decisions, as reflected in February’s GDP growth figures. However, the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East in March changed the landscape entirely. How did GBP/USD quotes respond, and what lies ahead? Let’s explore…

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All members viewed risks to inflation outlook as tilted to the upside, ECB account shows

High risk warning: Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk tolerance. You could lose some or all your initial investment; do not invest money that you…

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Growth resilience reshapes policy outlook – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Dr. Henry Hao notes that China’s Q1 2026 GDP grew 5.0% year-on-year, at the top of Beijing’s 4.5%–5.0% target, easing immediate pressure for aggressive stimulus. The report highlights a two-speed economy, with strong industrial output and infrastructure investment offsetting weak retail sales and a property downturn, and argues that resilient growth plus imported oil inflation will likely keep…

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Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 16.04.2026

2026.04.16 2026.04.16 Short-Term Analysis for BTCUSD, XRPUSD, and ETHUSD for 16.04.2026 Roman Oneginhttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/roman-onegin/ Dear readers, I’ve prepared a short-term forecast for Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum based on Elliott Wave analysis. The article covers the following subjects: Major Takeaways BTCUSD: The price may fall in impulse . Consider short positions with a Take Profit at 62,400.16. XRPUSD: A corrective wave 4…

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Swiss franc appreciation has led to tighter monetary conditions – SNB minutes

Since the December meeting, financial market situation has been characterised by elevated volatility Middle East conflict has resulted in surge in energy prices, which led to a global rise in inflation expectations With the appreciation of the Swiss franc since December, monetary conditions are tighter However, monetary policy remains expansionary The board discussed the various factors responsible for the…

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