Analysts at Morgan Stanley are busy cutting profit forecasts for the top 500 companies in the US because of the risk of a serious economic downturn.
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At the end of last month, gold and silver surged by roughly 14% each. But since then, silver has retreated 5.4%, while gold jumped nearly 11%. According to Adrian Ash of BullionVault, such a significant price divergence presents attractive investment opportunities in silver.
21 April
Solana has overtaken Ethereum in terms of staking capitalization, according to Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik. The volume of SOL tokens in staking reached the $53.96 billion mark, surpassing ETH's figure of $53.77 billion.
21 April
According to Chinese customs data, US liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to China dropped to zero in March 2025, as Beijing slashed its purchases in response to steep 125% tariffs on American goods.
21 April
According to Bloomberg, bitcoin climbed to its highest price since Donald Trump's announcement of new import tariffs on April 2. The rebound came amid a decline in the dollar on renewed concerns about the US president's attempts to dismiss Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Jerome Powell.
21 April
On May 6, the EU will unveil a strategy to phase out purchases of Russian fossil fuels. António Costa, President of the European Council, believes the initiative will send a strong political message to businesses.
21 April
China’s copper smelting factories achieved record amounts of production last month. It happened due to increasing prices on joint production of gold and sulfuric acid. According to China’s National Bureau of Statistic, the output of refined metal increased by 8.6% and reached 1.25 million tons.
21 April
Gold surged 1.7% on Monday, hitting an all-time high of $3,385 per ounce. The hike was fueled by the escalating trade conflict between the US and China.
21 April
The US dollar fell to its weakest level since January 2024 as investors sold American assets following reports that President Donald Trump is considering firing Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell. US stocks dropped 1%, while Treasury yields rose, Bloomberg data showed.
21 April
The Russian Ministry of Economic Development has lowered its expectations for the average price of Brent oil in 2025 by almost 17% to $68 per barrel in contrast with the department's September forecast of $81.7 per barrel, Interfax reported.
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The world of business and finance is constantly changing. What trends and directions are relevant today? The answer to this question is key to successfully navigating in a trading and investment environment and better assessing the risks involved.
Global events and economic policies
The global economy can be greatly impacted by major events, causing stock markets and exchange rates to plummet. The repercussions of one nation's crisis may extend to other countries, creating a butterfly effect with far-reaching consequences. While these events may be frightening for some, traders and investors use them as a chance to generate profits amidst a crisis.
Financial institutions and their role
Financial institutions act as intermediaries between borrowers and lenders. This group typically includes banks, as well as non-bank organizations such as pension funds, insurance companies, credit unions, and pawnshops. By supporting global trade, business growth, and job opportunities, these institutions play a crucial role in maintaining a stable and thriving economy.
Government and Economy
All governments serve as regulators for businesses, both domestically and internationally. The economic policies implemented by separate states have a significant impact on their currency exchange rates and living expenses.
Investment and Risks
Market players are always looking for tools and opportunities to make a profitable investment, which is accompanied by some risks. This is where capital management comes into play, with the goal of minimizing losses and maximizing profits
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