Three Political Events Shaping Global Markets This Week
As the U.S. government shutdown enters its second week, investors are questioning whether it could mirror the record 35-day standoff of 2018.
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ECB Likely To Keep Rates Steady Because of Inflation
Euro-area inflation ticked higher in September, complicating the European Central Bank’s policy calculus.
Silver and Gold Reach New Highs
What factors are driving these record-breaking gains, and is there potential for prices to continue climbing?
Can Switzerland Truly Go Back to Negative Interest Rates?
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) could be forced to revisit one of its most controversial policy tools—negative interest rates.
RBNZ Cuts OCR to 3%: How Much Further Will Easing Go?
The NZD lost more than 1% against the USD after the RBNZ decision, pushing the NZD/USD into oversold territory.
Key Events to Follow Tomorrow: FOMC Minutes, RBNZ Decision
The spotlight in the APAC region will be on the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s policy decision, where markets are positioning for a potential rate hike.
Inflation Eases, Growth Stalls: The RBA’s Next Move in Focus
After surprising markets last month by holding the cash rate at 3.85%, the Reserve Bank of Australia now finds itself under renewed pressure to act.
Speed, Strategy, Success – A Shared DNA: ActivTrades and Nikola Tsolov
ActivTrades has decided to sponsor the rising Formula 3 driver Nikola Tsolov – also known as the Bulgarian Lion.
Trade Talks: A Key Driver for the ECB’s Next Move?
The coming weeks will show whether Washington and Brussels can avoid repeating the 2018–21 tariff cycle.
Gold Recorded Its Largest Mid-Year Increase since 2007
Gold has delivered a standout performance in the first half of 2025, recording its strongest mid-year rally since 2007.
