US MBA Mortgage Applications (Mar/27) -10.4%

The 10.4% decline in US MBA Mortgage Applications reflects significant weakening in housing demand, which could indicate rising affordability issues or uncertainty in the market.

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Abu Dhabi press office says Crown Prince reviews ADNOC’s business continuity plans, measures to protect workforce and enable efficient production to serve local and global customers

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Swiss government dismisses US accusations in trade investigations related to alleged excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors

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US MBA Mortgage Applications (Mar/27) -10.4%

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Saudi Arabia’s oil exports dropped by around 50% in March amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, reports suggest

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Swiss government says it will continue to withhold payments to the US until binding delivery dates and payment milestones are provided.

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This negative trend might influence Federal Reserve policy, particularly if it signals broader economic slowing, impacting the growth-inflation dynamic. Keep an eye on how this could affect rates and the financial sector's performance going forward.

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