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Alexander is a veteran of the currency markets with over 15 years of experience in institutional trading and risk management. He specializes in the intersection of macroeconomics and regulatory frameworks.

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Zain Schleifer is a market analyst and trader focused on global macro, covering FX, equities, bonds, and commodities. Zain Schleifer is a market analyst and trader focused on global macro, covering FX, equities, bonds, and commodities.

Geopolitics News

Trump Vows to Hit Iran ‘Hard’ as Fighting Resumes, Oil Prices Rise on Hormuz Risk

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has vowed to hit Iran “hard” after American and Iranian forces exchanged fire for the…

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Trump Vows to Hit Iran ‘Hard’ as Fighting Resumes, Oil Prices Rise on Hormuz Risk
Geopolitics News

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Resigns Amid Tensions With Pete Hegseth, White House Confirms

WASHINGTON: U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned from his position after about 18 months in office, marking another significant…

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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll Resigns Amid Tensions With Pete Hegseth, White House Confirms
Geopolitics News

U.S.-Iran escalation shows Washington’s frustration with slow-moving sanctions

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran highlights growing frustration in Washington over the limited speed and impact…

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U.S.-Iran escalation shows Washington’s frustration with slow-moving sanctions
Crypto

Bitcoin Steadies Near $79K Despite Iran Escalation and Rate Jitters

Bitcoin remained under pressure near the $79,000 level on August 31, 2026, as investors weighed renewed military escalation between the…

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Bitcoin Steadies Near $79K Despite Iran Escalation and Rate Jitters
Currency

NIIF Raises $2 Billion for Second Infrastructure Fund, Targets $3.2 Billion

India’s National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) has raised $2 billion in the first close of its second infrastructure fund,…

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NIIF Raises $2 Billion for Second Infrastructure Fund, Targets $3.2 Billion
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