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For traders following GBP/USD and GBP/EUR, today’s UK budget rollout might be impactful. The Labour government’s plan introduces a £40 billion tax increase and invests in infrastructure—moves that could shape the pound’s trajectory. While the fiscal measures aim to strengthen public finances, they may exert near-term pressure on GBP, potentially affecting growth...

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Gold. The word alone carries a certain weight. For centuries, it has held a place not just in our vaults but in our hearts, symbolising wealth, power, and security. But why, in a world of ever-evolving financial markets and digital assets, does gold continue to hold such an emotional appeal for investors? And more importantly, what are the risks we may overlook? ...

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Tesla’s Q3 earnings report surprised Wall Street, with the electric vehicle (EV) giant posting a 9% increase in profit*, surpassing expectations. Despite revenue coming in slightly below forecast, Tesla’s stock surged over 12% in after-hours trading. Elon Musk’s bullish tone during the earnings call added to the positive sentiment, as investors focused on Tesla’s...

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While Nvidia is constantly making headlines for its stock performance, what really makes the company exciting is how its technology is shaping the future in ways most of us might not realise. Beyond just computer chips, Nvidia is building the brains behind some of the coolest advancements in artificial intelligence (AI)—from self-driving cars to smarter healthcare...

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One-way traders can look at expected volatility and movement in the S&P500 over the US election volatility is by looking at the premium or the differential that VIX October futures hold over VIX November futures. Because the VIX index takes in a series of S&P500 options strikes that blend to create a 30-day implied volatility, the October VIX futures essentially...

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It’s a huge week ahead by way of event risk for traders to navigate positions over – traders, therefore, need to be aware of key timings and consider the possibility for volatility and if there is a skew in the directional risk when the market learns of the outcome. That is typically a function of reviewing expectations and the outcome relative to what is ‘priced...