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Ripple creates decentralized SWIFT alternative for cross-border payments

XPR community has once again come into the spotlight due to rumors of possible partnership between Ripple and SWIFT — two major companies in global payments' sphere.

25 April
Ripple creates decentralized SWIFT alternative for cross-border payments
Reuters considers euro worthy candidate for global reserve currency role

Since Donald Trump's inauguration, the dollar has lost about a tenth of its value. The downtrend is largely driven by unpredictable policies of the US President. The dollar's status as the world's reserve currency was shaken. The euro may benefit from this, Reuters experts believe.

25 April
Reuters considers euro worthy candidate for global reserve currency role
Bloomberg forecasts more rate hikes from BOJ amid rising inflation in Tokyo

Tokyo's inflation rate accelerated in April, hitting a two-year high. The surge strengthens the case for the Bank of Japan (BOJ) to raise interest rates, even as uncertainty lingers over US tariff policies, Bloomberg reports.

25 April
Bloomberg forecasts more rate hikes from BOJ amid rising inflation in Tokyo
Dollar snaps four-week losing run with weak 0.3% rise — Reuters

This week's events triggered sharp fluctuations of the dollar. Despite high volatility, the American currency still managed to snap a four-week losing run and gained a total of 0.27% this week, according to Reuters.

25 April
Dollar snaps four-week losing run with weak 0.3% rise — Reuters
US stocks rise driven by technology sector and easing trade tensions

On Thursday, US stocks finished the trading session with an increase. All three major US stock indices rose sharply, largely thanks to the technology companies of the “magnificent seven” group. Meanwhile, the situation with the US-China trade standoff is showing some signs of stabilization.

25 April
US stocks rise driven by technology sector and easing trade tensions
China gripped by gold fever due to trade tensions with US

The record gold rally seen in recent weeks is having a particularly strong impact on China, according to reports from Bloomberg. Gold has become the best-performing major commodity this year amid the Trump administration's trade policies that have sent shockwaves through global markets.

25 April
China gripped by gold fever due to trade tensions with US
Westpac forecasts RBA rate cut of 0.25% in May

Westpac analysts forecast the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to cut interest rates by 0.25% to 3.85% during the next meeting in May. Experts' expectations are based on weak labor market performance and volatile global conditions, Investing reports.

24 April
Westpac forecasts RBA rate cut of 0.25% in May
Jefferies analyst anticipates further downturn in US stock market

Christopher Wood from Jefferies Financial Group Inc. believes that the US stock market is far from its peak and that investors should brace themselves for further declines in stocks, Treasuries, and the dollar.

24 April
Jefferies analyst anticipates further downturn in US stock market
Rising tariffs and economic uncertainty weigh on US business activity — Fed’s Beige Book

The US Federal Reserve (Fed) has released its latest Beige Book, revealing a slowdown in economic activity across several regions of the country. Reuters reports that new tariffs enacted by President Donald Trump have led to higher consumer prices and a more pessimistic outlook for businesses.

24 April
Rising tariffs and economic uncertainty weigh on US business activity — Fed’s Beige Book
Bitcoin ETFs see significant inflows as investor confidence in cryptocurrencies grows

Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are currently seeing strong inflows, signaling growing confidence in cryptocurrencies among institutional investors despite recent market volatility, CoinMarketCap reports.

24 April
Bitcoin ETFs see significant inflows as investor confidence in cryptocurrencies grows

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