German Chancellor Merz says will speak by phone with US President Trump over the weekend
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The upcoming phone call between German Chancellor Merz and US President Trump may indicate an effort to discuss key bilateral issues, potentially affecting market sentiment. Depending on the topics covered—such as trade, defense, or sanctions—this conversation could influence EUR/USD dynamics and broader risk appetite across equities and commodities. Traders should keep an eye on how this interaction might shape policy signals or alter market expectations ahead of upcoming economic indicators.
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