EUR/USD held near 1.1720, supported by dollar weakness and expectations of Fed cuts as the ECB nears the end of easing. Gold hit a fresh record above $3,830/oz on softer U.S. inflation and stronger easing bets.

Brent crude slipped below $68 as Iraqi exports resumed and OPEC+ signaled more supply. Bitcoin stayed pressured near $107K–118K after the Fed decision.

Argentina faces deepening crisis under Milei’s austerity, with inflation, poverty, and debt surging while external support remains uncertain.

Alibaba’s rally of nearly 50% highlights risks of hype-driven cycles despite optimism in AI and e-commerce recovery.

The OECD raised its global growth forecast on resilient demand but warned of volatility from trade disputes, tighter conditions, and political risks.

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