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May 15, 2026

EC Markets at Traders Fair Bangkok 2026 | Booth 20

May 14, 2026

What Happens to Your Money During a Recession?

May 14, 2026

EC Markets at Rankia Markets Experience CDMX 2026 | Booth 10

May 13, 2026

The Policy Gap That's Moving EUR/USD This Year

Market Analysis

The Policy Gap That's Moving EUR/USD This Year
Technical Analysis

The Policy Gap That's Moving EUR/USD This Year

May 13, 2026

Interest-rate expectations remain one of the biggest drivers of currency markets in 2026. For EUR/USD, the focus is increasingly centred on the policy gap between the European Central Bank and the US Federal Reserve. As investors reassess inflation, growth and the timing of future rate decisions, shifts in yield differentials continue to shape both sentiment and price action across the world’s most traded currency pair.

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Why is the Global Economy so Dependent on Shipping?

Why is the Global Economy so Dependent on Shipping?

May 12, 2026

Growth Resilience Drives Equity Rotation as Energy Weakness Eases Inflation Pressure | Weekly Recap: 04 - 08 May 2026

Growth Resilience Drives Equity Rotation as Energy Weakness Eases Inflation Pressure | Weekly Recap: 04 - 08 May 2026

May 11, 2026

Nasdaq vs Dow Jones: How to Read the Market's Risk Appetite

Nasdaq vs Dow Jones: How to Read the Market's Risk Appetite

May 06, 2026

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Market News

ECB in Limbo as Energy Prices Trigger Inflation Scare

Apr 14, 2026

ECB in Limbo as Energy Prices Trigger Inflation Scare

Energy markets have pushed the ECB back into focus, with traders increasingly leaning towards a higher-for-longer rate outlook as inflation risks begin to resurface. The recent rebound in oil prices, with crude moving back above the $100 mark, has prompted a noticeable shift in expectations, with markets now less confident that rate cuts will arrive as quickly as previously thought.

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Gold Under Pressure Despite Middle East War, Dollar Surging

Mar 23, 2026

Gold Under Pressure Despite Middle East War, Dollar Surging

Gold’s recent decline highlights a shift in market behaviour. Despite rising geopolitical tensions, investors are moving away from traditional safe havens and into liquidity, with US dollar demand and rising yields driving short-term price action.

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Gold Hits 3-Week High as Tariffs and Tensions Unsettle Markets

Feb 23, 2026

Gold Hits 3-Week High as Tariffs and Tensions Unsettle Markets

Gold prices surged nearly 2% today, pushing the spot gold price to a three-week high of $5,175/oz, as investors shifted toward safe-haven assets amid rising global uncertainty.

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Gold Hits $5,100 as Safe-Haven Demand Stays Strong

Jan 26, 2026

Gold Hits $5,100 as Safe-Haven Demand Stays Strong

Gold has pushed to fresh intraday and closing highs near $5,100 an ounce, extending a rally that has gathered serious momentum in recent weeks. Spot prices briefly touched $5,110.50, showing that buyers are still willing to step in despite prices sitting at record levels, as uncertainty across markets keeps demand for gold firm.

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Gold Climbs Above $4,600 as Investors Seek Safety

Jan 12, 2026

Gold Climbs Above $4,600 as Investors Seek Safety

Gold prices surged to fresh record highs on Monday, January 12, 2026, with spot gold climbing above $4,600 per ounce during early Asian and European trading. The move capped a strong start to the week for precious metals and reflected a clear shift in investor mood, as uncertainty around the global economy and rising geopolitical tensions pushed more money into traditionally safer assets.

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Educational

What Happens to Your Money During a Recession?

May 14, 2026

What Happens to Your Money During a Recession?

Recessions can feel deeply personal because they affect more than just headlines or economic data. Concerns about savings, job security, spending and financial markets often become much more immediate during periods of economic uncertainty. While downturns can feel unsettling, they are also a normal part of the economic cycle. Understanding how money, markets and consumer behaviour typically respond during recessions can help provide a clearer perspective during slower economic periods.

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Play the Long Game: Why it’s Consistency, Not Perfection, That Makes Successful Traders

May 07, 2026

Play the Long Game: Why it’s Consistency, Not Perfection, That Makes Successful Traders
Which Assets Come Out On Top When Inflation Rises?

Apr 30, 2026

Which Assets Come Out On Top When Inflation Rises?
Play the Long Game: How Preparation Builds Better Trades

Apr 28, 2026

Play the Long Game: How Preparation Builds Better Trades
Everything's More Expensive Now. Here's What Can You Do About It

Apr 23, 2026

Everything's More Expensive Now. Here's What Can You Do About It
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Company News

EC Markets at Traders Fair Bangkok 2026 | Booth 20

May 15, 2026

EC Markets at Traders Fair Bangkok 2026 | Booth 20

On 23 May 2026, EC Markets will join the global trading industry at Traders Fair Bangkok 2026. 

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EC Markets at Rankia Markets Experience CDMX 2026 | Booth 10

May 14, 2026

EC Markets at Rankia Markets Experience CDMX 2026 | Booth 10
Beat the Conditions: EC Markets x Liverpool FC Bring Market Volatility to Life 

May 05, 2026

Beat the Conditions: EC Markets x Liverpool FC Bring Market Volatility to Life 
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EC Markets CSR Day with Limassol Reds & William’s Dog Shelter
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EC Markets CSR Day with Limassol Reds & William’s Dog Shelter

Feb 26, 2026

On Friday, 20 February, the EC Markets team joined Limassol Reds and William’s Dog Shelter for a CSR initiative focused on community engagement and animal welfare. Alongside a financial contribution to support the shelter’s ongoing work, the day brought both teams together through hands-on involvement, including walking dogs and spending time with volunteers and staff.

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EC Markets Celebrity Charity Golf Day at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club: A Commitment to Impact on and Off the Course
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EC Markets Celebrity Charity Golf Day at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club: A Commitment to Impact on and Off the Course

Dec 12, 2025

EC Markets joins UNICEF UK’s Business Network 
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EC Markets joins UNICEF UK’s Business Network 

Nov 11, 2025

From Markets To Mindsets: EC Markets Champions The Next Generation Of Athletes
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From Markets To Mindsets: EC Markets Champions The Next Generation Of Athletes

Nov 04, 2025

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General

The trader’s playbook: How Liverpool FC’s strategy can boost your market success
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The trader’s playbook: How Liverpool FC’s strategy can boost your market success

Sep 03, 2025

Every football fan knows the excitement before a big match, where the countdown begins and every detail matters. For the football pros, it’s about training, strategy and focus. The Liverpool FC team doesn’t just show up on game day, instead, they prepare, they analyze, and they rehearse every move to maximize their chances of victory.

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Risk Management and the Trader’s Dilemma: Addressing the Central Questions of Capital Preservation 
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Risk Management and the Trader’s Dilemma: Addressing the Central Questions of Capital Preservation 

Aug 20, 2025

Mastering the Foundations: A Comprehensive Guide to Technical Analysis Theories 
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Mastering the Foundations: A Comprehensive Guide to Technical Analysis Theories 

Aug 11, 2025

EC Markets: Access global trading opportunities with the fastest growing broker
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EC Markets: Access global trading opportunities with the fastest growing broker

Jul 25, 2025

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Latest Insights

Fundamental Analysis

May 05, 2026

Why Oil Is One of the Best Reads on Global Risk Appetite

Global financial markets are heavily influenced by changes in investor sentiment, often described as “risk-on” and “risk-off” behaviour. While many factors shape this, energy markets, particularly oil, play a central role.

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Company News

May 04, 2026

Inside an Exclusive Training Day with Liverpool FC Women

This month we were invited behind the scenes for an exclusive look at how Liverpool FC Women prepare for matchday at the AXA Melwood Training Centre. From player meet-and-greets and a legend Q&A to live first-team training and a final stop at Anfield, the day offered a rare insight into the standards behind elite performance.

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Weekly Recap

May 04, 2026

Dollar Strength Builds as Policy Divergence Re-emerges | Weekly Recap: 27 April - 01 May 2026

Global markets stabilised last week as policy divergence returned to focus. US resilience continued to support risk sentiment, while Europe and Asia lagged, reinforcing a more selective market environment.

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Technical Analysis

Apr 29, 2026

Why is the Broader Market Being Outpaced by Tech?

In recent weeks, both the Nasdaq 100 and the S&P 500 have moved higher, but they have not risen at the same pace. The Nasdaq 100, with its heavier exposure to technology and growth stocks, has been climbing faster, while the broader S&P 500 has lagged slightly. This split performance can offer useful insight into market leadership and overall sentiment.

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Fundamental Analysis

Apr 28, 2026

How Energy Prices Drive Inflation and Interest Rates

Energy prices do not just affect fuel costs. They play a central role in shaping inflation, interest rates and broader financial markets. When oil and natural gas prices move, the impact rarely stays contained. It feeds through into the cost of living, influences central bank decisions and shifts expectations across global markets.

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Company News

Apr 27, 2026

EC Markets Receives Best Forex ECN Broker Award at Wealth Expo Ecuador 2026

EC Markets wrapped up a strong two days at Wealth Expo Ecuador 2026, combining high booth engagement, valuable industry conversations, and recognition as Best Forex ECN Broker. 

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Weekly Recap

Apr 27, 2026

Energy Volatility Resurfaces as Growth Positioning Shows Early Strain | Weekly Recap: 20-24 April 2026

Global markets turned more cautious last week as renewed Strait of Hormuz tensions lifted oil prices and challenged the recent rotation into growth assets. US equities remained relatively resilient, while Europe and China lagged amid softer growth signals and renewed energy sensitivity.

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Company News

Apr 23, 2026

EC Markets Ranks Top 3 Broker in the World with Q1 2026 Volume at $5.13 Trillion

EC Markets remains among the top 3 brokers worldwide, with a quarterly trading volume of $5.13 Trillion, according to the Finance Magnates Q1 2026 Intelligence Report. The figure marks a 14.6% increase from the previous quarter, making it our strongest performance yet as a global multi-asset broker. 

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