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EU-Mercosur deal 'must be applied without delay' - Paraguay president

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'Buying the dip': Gold rebounds after brutal sell-off

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EU industry chief backs European preference ahead of leaders' meeting

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Does Trump want Germany's gold? The safety of US bullion reserves

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Gold may have further to climb, but is its safety overstated?

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EU competition chief defends 'discreet' handling of big tech cases

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Gold tops $5,500, silver rises while Powell downplays metal rally

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Oil climbs as Trump warns Iran 'time is running out' for nuclear deal

Markets priced in fresh geopolitical risk as Washington escalated rhetoric against Tehran, with analysts warning supply disruptions could push prices higher.

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Danone, Nestlé shares continue to slide after baby formula warnings

The companies have warned parents to stop using specific batches of formula over concerns they contain the toxin cereulide.

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Gold extends rally, dollar dips as Trump brushes off currency weakness

Investors are withdrawing from sovereign bonds and currencies in an attempt to shield their assets from geopolitical volatility.

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Draghi to join EU leaders at retreat to boost competitiveness

Costa has held a series on informal meetings bringing together the 27 leaders to brainstorm without the formalities of a European summit.

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Japan's central bank holds rates steady ahead of elections

The Bank of Japan announced this Friday that its policy interest rate remains unchanged at 0.75%. The decision comes after a huge sell-off in Japanese bonds this week, triggered by Prime Minister Takaichi's call for snap elections, and unfunded tax cuts that fuelled inflation fears.

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Markets rally and safe havens fall as Trump touts Greenland deal

Global markets rebounded after the US president shifted his stance on the Arctic island, claiming that a deal is in the works.

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Exclusive: MEPs freeze EU-US trade deal after Trump tariff threat

The move will intensify tensions between Brussels and Washington ahead of a summit where EU leaders are set to weigh their response to Trump's escalating threats.

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Gold rises to record high and stocks fall as Trump travels to Davos

Precious metals notch higher, stocks tumble, and dollar risks loom as the US-EU conflict over Greenland unfolds.

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Why the EU is wary of targeting US services in a trade clash

As Washington renews tariff threats, Europe is weighing retaliation. Hitting US services would hurt the US the most, but it comes with high risks.

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Trump’s wine threats hit more than bottles, say European producers

After being caught in the crossfire of US-EU trade tensions in 2025, Europe’s wine industry said it is keeping a cool head following fresh tariff threats against French wine from US President Donald Trump.

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550 tonnes: Poland has more gold than the European Central Bank

The National Bank of Poland has increased its bullion reserves to around 550 tonnes, valued at more than €63 billion.

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European markets drop, drink stocks sink after Trump tariff threat

Major beverage firms in France are seeing their share prices slide after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne.

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Croatia’s central bank chief nominated as next ECB vice president

Eurozone finance ministers unexpectedly selected the Croatian central bank governor to become the next VP of the European Central Bank. In a surprise move, an official from one of the euro's newest members will soon help shape European monetary policy.

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European markets drop, gold rises as Greenland tariff threat looms

The US is threatening to impose tariffs on eight European countries unless they support his plans to acquire Greenland. EU leaders are contemplating potential retaliatory measures — reiterating their support for territorial integrity.

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What is the EU's anti-coercion instrument, and how does it work?

Calls grow for the EU to deploy its ultimate trade bazooka as Trump threatens fresh tariffs to force the sale of Greenland. The anti-coercion instrument would shut off access to the European single market, punishing US companies. It is powerful on paper, but untested in real life.

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EU bets on Mercosur as geopolitics clash with eurosceptic backlash

Geoeconomic tensions are pushing supporters of the EU-Mercosur trade deal to press for a swift ratification. But the agreement risks inflaming euroscepticism, particularly in France, where most political forces oppose it.

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EU vows coordinated response to Trump’s Greenland tariff threat

European leaders vowed to stay united as President Trump threatened to impose fresh tariffs until Denmark agrees to sell Greenland in an unprecedented escalation. Von der Leyen says EU will uphold its sovereignty.

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EU seals contentious trade deal with Mercosur countries

After 25 years of talks, the EU signed the EU-Mercosur trade deal on Saturday, creating a 700 million-person free-trade area. Ratification is still pending, however, with the European Parliament set for a heated debate.

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As stablecoins rise, how are governments responding worldwide?

Stablecoins experienced a record-breaking year, driven by both major countries and companies incentivising their use worldwide.

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Alphabet reaches the $4 trillion club: Can it keep up the pace?

Google’s parent company is the fourth firm to hit the $4tn mark, following Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple.

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Why Latin American markets are leading global returns in 2026

Latin American markets such as Chile, Peru, and Argentina are leading global returns in recent months, driven by rising commodity prices, a weaker dollar, political catalysts, and reform momentum.

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Gold and silver soar after US targets Federal Reserve in Powell probe

European indexes were mixed on Monday after a rally in Asia, while US futures dipped on reports of a Justice Department probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell. The news sent gold and silver to fresh records.

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A new year of returns: Five European stocks that shine in January

While January is not typically the best-performing month for European stocks, recent years have seen strong gains. Historical data highlights five stocks with consistent January outperformance.

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Mercosur: How Macron’s domestic weakness undercut his Brussels clout

The French president's failure to assemble a blocking minority against the Mercosur deal underscores how his domestic weakness is undermining his clout in Brussels. By contrast, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Germany have secured an important victory.

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Paris to vote ‘No’ on Mercosur, risking major diplomatic setback

French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday on X that Paris will oppose the Mercosur trade deal in a crucial vote in Brussels on Friday. If a qualified majority of member states back the agreement, as expected, it would mark a major setback for the French leader.

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Gold in Iran: From a safe haven to a bastion of political protest

Gold holds such a central place among Iranians as a traditional asset that its recent price spike has been felt by large segments of society, even more so than fluctuations in the Tehran Stock Exchange.

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Greenland threats put US-EU trade deal in jeopardy, says senior MEP

The European Parliament’s trade chief told Euronews that the US's stated aim of buying or annexing the Danish territory is changing the assessment of the EU-US trade deal clinched last summer, with some MEPs suggesting it should be frozen.

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Italy seeks carbon border tax freeze, raising stakes for Mercosur

Rome’s backing for the Mercosur deal is still not guaranteed, even after the Commission offered earlier funding for farmers. Rome is now calling for the EU's carbon tax to be lifted. Mercosur signature may still be delayed.

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Morgan Stanley files to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs

Morgan Stanley is diving into crypto waters after filing to launch Bitcoin and Solana ETFs on Tuesday. The move signals major US banks are no longer sitting on the sidelines.

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Mercosur deal: Von der Leyen pledges early funding for EU farmers

The Commission has offered early access to €45 billion of fuding under the next Common Agricultural Policy budget as soon as 2028 to appease farmers. While France’s backing for the Mercosur deal remains highly uncertain, all eyes are on Italy. Prime Minister Meloni welcomed the proposal.

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EU agriculture ministers to hold crucial talks ahead of Mercosur vote

With the European Commission expected to offer assurances to opponents worried about their farmers, the EU’s 27 ministers will meet on Wednesday for a “political” discussion before an expected vote on the pivotal trade deal on Friday.

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Oil rallies after Venezuela shock while safe haven assets also rise

Washington’s action in Venezuela jolted markets, with oil showing volatile price movements as investors considered long-term supply consequences. Gold and defence stocks also inched up.

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China bets on province the size of Belgium to reshape global trade

The Chinese Communist Party has officially turned the island province of Hainan into a free trade port, one of the government's most ambitious economic experiments to date.

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A respite for sofas and spaghetti: Trump eases and delays tariffs

Planned tariff hikes on imported furniture are pushed back a year, while punishing tariffs on Italian pasta are scaled down after months of negotiations.

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The business of predicting the future is booming despite EU pushback

Prediction markets are ushering in a new era where collective judgement and "crowd wisdom" are no longer theoretical concepts but tradable commodities. Yet despite their growing success, they remain banned in many EU countries.

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In 2025, global trade cracked under tariffs and new China shock

Hit by US tariffs and Chinese weaponisation of critical goods, the EU became squeezed by the aggressive trade agenda of the world’s two largest economies. Brussels now ponders new alliances and new markets.

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Crypto ownership is on the rise in Europe: Who’s investing the most?

Crypto has had a rocky year in 2025, notably experiencing a major sell-off when US President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on China in October. Looking at longer-term trends, ownership of these assets is — however — rising across Europe.

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Mercosur signature delayed to January after Meloni asks for more time

The European Commission announced it will delay the signing of the Mercosur trade agreement until the new year after Meloni asked for more time. No date has been set. Backers hope deal won't be further derailed.

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Signing Mercosur deal is now 'imperative', Commissioner Hoekstra says

In an exclusive interview, European Commissioner for Climate Wopke Hoekstra said signing the Mercosur trade agreement is essential. Rome and Paris, however, are seeking to delay a crucial vote that could push or kill the deal.

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Farmers must not be sacrificed, lawmaker says on Mercosur

The EU’s South American trade deal risks becoming another blow to European farmers as Brussels moves to cut agricultural spending, Green MEP Thomas Waitz warned. The deal has entered a crucial week in Strasbourg and Brussels.

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All eyes on Italy as Mercosur deal hangs in the balance

Rome is torn between protecting farmers and maintaining exports to Mercosur countries. But supporters of the Mercosur agreement fear its silence signals Italy may not be on board.

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European banks' best year on record: What's the outlook for 2026?

European bank stocks posted their strongest year on record in 2025, fuelled by resilient growth, high margins, and capital returns. Looking to 2026, the focus is now shifting to earnings growth, efficiency gains, and sustained shareholder payouts.

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Analysis: Trump's policies set to widen EU-US innovation gap

Companies say the EU’s deregulation efforts are insufficient against Trump's “carrot-and-stick” strategy of pairing generous US tax incentives with a punitive 15% tariff on imports from the EU.

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EU strengthens screening of investments from foreign countries

The European Parliament and EU member states are taking steps to prevent rivals like China from “weaponising” their investments.

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