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Gold hits record high as China-US tariff war drives safe-haven demand
GOLD prices touched an all-time-high on Wednesday (Feb 5), underpinned by safe-haven demand after China responded to US tariffs, which…
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Chipmakers say Trump’s tariff threats cloud their outlooks
IN A semiconductor industry that’s been struggling with an oversupply of chips and weak demand, Infineon Technologies navigated its way…
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Column: Many will lie about the consequences of Trump's tariffs. The markets won't
Thank God for the stock market. The market is one of the only things Donald Trump can be expected to listen to — likely more than polls…
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Gold holds steady near all-time high amid US tariff concerns
GOLD prices on Tuesday (Feb 4) hovered near a record high scaled in the prior session, as investors fretted that US President Donald…
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After Tariff Fight With Canada and Mexico, Trump’s Next Target Is Europe
Europe, you’re next. That’s the latest message from President Trump, who has repeatedly said in recent days that he would slap punitive…
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Trump delays tariffs on Mexico, easing stocks, but Canada and China remain in play
WASHINGTON — Stocks largely recovered from an early tumble Monday after President Trump confirmed he would delay imposing tariffs on…
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Mexico reaches deal with Trump to avert tariffs for at least a month
MEXICO CITY — Mexico has managed to avoid U.S. tariffs — for now — after its president came to a last-minute agreement with President…
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The Real Secret Behind Trump’s Insane Tariff Obsession
Trump’s embrace of the Republican cult of William McKinley—invented a generation ago by Karl Rove—is a vision not, as Rove’s was, of…
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Hong Kong, Taiwan markets drop as Asia-Pacific markets fall on Trump tariff fears
ASIAN markets fell at the open on Monday (Feb 3) after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on goods from China, Canada and Mexico…
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Taiwan leads Asia-wide stock tumble as Trump wields tariff weapon; STI sheds 1.5% before recovering
ASIAN markets fell at the open on Monday (Feb 3) after US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on goods from China, Canada and Mexico…
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Trump slaps punishing tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, sparking fears of a trade war
MEXICO CITY — President Trump slapped sweeping tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China on Saturday, sending shock waves through the…
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JPMorgan plans US$4 billion US gold delivery amid tariff fears
JPMorgan Chase will deliver gold bullion valued at more than US$4 billion against futures contracts in New York in February, at a time…
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Stock Market Plummets as Trump Announces New Tariff War
“The Zionist community in America has had enough, and while we vowed many months ago to build lists and have them deported, we are pleased…
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High Stakes for Global Companies in Trump’s Latest Tariff Threats
Mexico’s pitch to companies considering the American market was simple. Worried about vulnerable supply chains? Need to reduce your…
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Markets price in fewer rate cuts as Fed holds on tariff uncertainty, persistent inflation
Industry watchers expect that doubts over Trump’s policies will continue to weigh on US central bank’s movements GLOBAL markets are…
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Gold hits record high as Trump tariff threats aid haven demand
Gold rose to a record high as investors flocked to safety after US President Donald Trump reiterated threats to impose tariffs on Mexico…
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Will Mexico accept military flights of deportees? President Sheinbaum deflects on sensitive issue
MEXICO CITY — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum hedged Tuesday on whether Mexico would accept U.S. military flights carrying deportees…
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Trump’s Colombia Tariff Threat Startled Companies Trying to Rely Less on China
Before Sunday, Colombia was quietly emerging as a refuge for multinational brands seeking a stable place to make their products in a time…
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Colombian President Gustavo Petro Makes U-Turn and Offers Presidential Place for Deportation Flight after Trump's Tariff Threat
Colombian President Gustavo Petro quickly changed his stance on accepting deported migrants from the United States after President Donald…
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Singapore stocks fall amid easing monetary policy settings and Trump tariff remarks; STI down 0.1%
SINGAPORE shares ended slightly lower on Friday (Jan 24), following the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) easing monetary policy…
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Davos Focus: Guterres, AI risks, and Trump's trade tariff plans
The World Economic Forum's (WEF) Wednesday gathering in Davos, Switzerland will aim to spotlight a keynote address from the U.N. chief,…
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STI ends 0.4% lower amid mixed Asian markets and Trump’s tariff remarks
SINGAPORE stocks closed lower on Wednesday (Jan 22) following a mixed picture in other Asian markets, after US President Donald Trump said…
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STI ends 0.4% lower amid mixed Asian markets, Trump’s tariff remarks
SINGAPORE stocks closed lower on Wednesday (Jan 22) following a mixed picture in other Asian markets, after US President Donald Trump said…
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Automakers Brace for Impact of Trump Tariff Plan for Canada and Mexico
Automakers ship billions of dollars’ worth of vehicles and parts across the U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico every day. President…