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The charts that matter: inflation fears give gold a much needed boost
Charts US inflation hit its highest in 30 years this week, driving gold and bitcoin to new highs. Here’s how that has affected the charts that matter most to the global economy.
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Bitcoin hits a new record – and we all know what usually comes after fresh highs
Opinion Bitcoin has hit a new record price. And the most likely thing to follow new highs are more new highs, says Dominic Frisby. Here, he explains why bitcoin is here to stay, and why you should buy in.
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Central banks are still sticking to the plan on inflation
Analysis Investors had prepared for central banks to raise interest rates. But the Fed and the Bank of England remain dovish – and markets are comfortable with this. John Stepek explains what's going on.
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The charts that matter: a tale of two central banks
Charts Government bond yields slipped around the world this week. Here’s how that has affected the charts that matter most to the global economy.
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The Bank of England gives markets a shock
Analysis Despite warning that it would have to act on inflation, the Bank of England has opted not to raise interest rates. John Stepek looks at the markets’ reaction and asks: what now?
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The Federal Reserve is printing less money – so why have markets hit record levels?
Analysis America’s central bank has started “tapering” – cutting back on its quantitative easing programme. But instead of markets falling, they’re hitting record highs. John Stepek explains what’s going on.
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Are investors doomed?
Analysis Bearish sentiment is rife in the equity markets. And there are plenty of good reasons for that. But the biggest risk of all may be of a bond market crash. Max King explains why.
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Meme coins can be a laugh or even make you money – but they’re also scam central
Analysis Cryptocurrencies such as Shiba Inu and Doge are jokes that have created billionaires. But there's a more sinister side to so-called "meme coins", says Dominic Frisby, that could cost you dear.
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The one thing that can pop the house price bubble
Opinion The Bank of England has made it clear that interest rates will rise before Christmas. And if there's one thing that can burst the house price bubble, says John Stepek, it's higher interest rates.
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