EURUSD Edges Higher as Fed Holds Rates Amid Inflation and Middle East Tensions
On July 29, 2026, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) opted to maintain the federal funds rate between 3.50% and 3.75%, defying a roughly one-third market
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Gold’s Tug of War: Fed’s Rate Hold Spurs Volatility Amid Inflation and Geopolitical Risks
On July 29, 2026, gold prices initially slipped below $4,000 an ounce before rebounding sharply following the Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain interest
Crypto
Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $64K Amid ETF Outflows and Awaited Crypto Policy Report
Bitcoin’s price showed resilience on July 29, 2026, gaining modestly to $63,953 as the U.S.
Crypto
GRAM Slips Amid Durov Arrest Warrant and Token Unlock Pressure Despite Broader Crypto Gains
On July 29, 2026, GRAM, the native token of The Open Network, declined 4.4% to $1.40, weighed down by an international arrest warrant issued against Telegram
Commodities
Copper Faces Short-Term Pressure Ahead of Fed Meeting Despite Strong Supply Constraints
On July 28, 2026, copper prices retreated slightly as investors braced for the U.S. Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision.
Macro
Bitcoin Dips Below $64,000 as Fed Meeting Spurs Hawkish Rate Speculation
The Federal Reserve's ongoing July 2026 FOMC meeting is driving notable volatility in Bitcoin prices.
Opinion
Fed’s Tightrope, Tech Turmoil, and Middle East Sparks: Markets at a Crucial Crossroads
On July 29, 2026, global markets face a complex interplay of forces. The Federal Reserve’s policy decision looms large, with investors wary of any hawkish
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EUR/USD Edges Lower Ahead of Fed Decision as Eurozone Inflation Concerns Mount
The EUR/USD currency pair declined slightly on July 28, 2026, reflecting growing market anticipation of a potential Federal Reserve rate hike and ongoing
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Why Are Travel Costs Still Sky-High in Mid-2026? The Hidden Math Behind Your Vacation Budget
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Fed Holds Steady at 3.50%-3.75% Amid Cooling Inflation and Middle East Risks
On July 29, 2026, the Federal Reserve announced it would hold the federal funds rate steady at 3.50%-3.75%, following June’s cooler-than-expected inflation
Crypto
Bitcoin Holds Steady at $63,700 Amid Fed Rate Speculation and Tech Sector Turmoil
On July 29, 2026, Bitcoin (BTC) edged up 1.2% to $63,717, rebounding from an 11-day low near $62,800.