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Dollar and stocks gain, oil falls as Fed charts 'soft landing' path
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Dollar and stocks gain, oil falls as Fed charts 'soft landing' path

The Fed's cut is expected to support spending and the US economy, and encourage other central banks to cut rates

Bitcoin surges amid growing expectations of a Fed rate cut
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Bitcoin surges amid growing expectations of a Fed rate cut

Cryptocurrency market rallies as traders anticipate a Federal Reserve interest rate reduction, boosting demand for speculative assets.

Oil prices fall as Fed rate cuts loom amid Middle East tensions
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Oil prices fall as Fed rate cuts loom amid Middle East tensions

Weak economic data and declining demand weigh on oil prices, despite concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East.

Shareholder submits complaint against Shell Pakistan's sale
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Shareholder submits complaint against Shell Pakistan's sale

Complaint states Shell ignored offers from other investors that offered a higher price

Indian stocks positive on FED’s rate cut; oil and gold steady
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Indian stocks positive on FED’s rate cut; oil and gold steady

The Indian market showed a slight positive trend, fueled by expectations of a rate cut cycle from the US Federal Reserve.

While a 25-basis point cut is mostly anticipated, the market is closely watching the Fed's remarks on economic health and future rate cut plans.

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Dubai's real estate market thrives: Record sales and rising demand in 2024
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Dubai's real estate market thrives: Record sales and rising demand in 2024

Impressive growth in Dubai's residential resale market signals strong investor interest and ongoing economic resilience.

Pakistan stocks post gains; Indian, Dubai stocks range bound
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Pakistan stocks post gains; Indian, Dubai stocks range bound

Indian shares gain due to rising metal stocks on a favorable US rate cut outlook

Pakistan's international bond and sukuk yields decline
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Pakistan's international bond and sukuk yields decline

This comes after the IMF confirmed the approval date for the $7 billion loan

Stock Watch: KSE-100 gives muted response to rate cut
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Stock Watch: KSE-100 gives muted response to rate cut

Brent crude closed 2.56% up at $74.6 per barrel, gold surged 2.78% to $2,566.85/ounce

U.S. stocks closed the week near record highs
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U.S. stocks closed the week near record highs

The S&P 500 rose 30.26 points; Dow gained 297.01 points and the Nasdaq composite added 114.30 points

Oil prices poised for first weekly gain in a month
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Oil prices poised for first weekly gain in a month

Brent crude tops $72 as Storm Francine disrupts production and markets expect U.S. rate cuts, despite weak demand from China.

European carmaker stocks slide to record lows amid mounting challenges
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European carmaker stocks slide to record lows amid mounting challenges

European automakers face record stock declines as competition from China, economic challenges, and geopolitical tensions mount, threatening the industry's future.

6-month KIBOR rate drops to  21-month low of 17.10%
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6-month KIBOR rate drops to  21-month low of 17.10%

Borrowing costs for corporates will decrease across varying tenures

OpenAI in advanced talks to raise $6.5 billion at a massive $150 billion valuation
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OpenAI in advanced talks to raise $6.5 billion at a massive $150 billion valuation

OpenAI aims for a $150 billion valuation as it enters talks to secure $6.5 billion in funding, with tech giants lining up to invest.

Indus Motor to start exporting with 50 Corolla Cross cars
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Indus Motor to start exporting with 50 Corolla Cross cars

The vehicle, which was launched in Dec 2023, contributed significantly to the company's positive financial results

Oil price plunge: How the market reacted and what it means for Fed rate cuts
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Oil price plunge: How the market reacted and what it means for Fed rate cuts

With oil prices hitting a 3-year low, the global market faces uncertainty as demand cools and economic risks grow.