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Gold rose after its biggest drop since November, to $3,330 an ounce. Traders are analyzing US signals regarding the trade war with China, which are affecting the market.

US Vice President Vance stated that the US is ready to abandon mediation if both sides do not accept their proposal. He added that certain territorial exchanges will be needed to achieve peace.

The Stanley Hotel, which inspired Stephen King, is planning a large-scale reconstruction with the help of municipal bonds. The project will include a horror museum, a film archive and a new event center.

The price of gold stabilized at $3,372, after falling by almost 2%. Investors are expanding their assets in exchange-traded funds, and central banks are also making purchases.

The price of gold soared to record highs, exceeding $3486 per ounce, due to fears that Trump would fire the head of the Fed. This triggered a flight from the dollar and American assets.

Airbnb will now show customers the total cost of accommodation by default, including cleaning and service fees. The change is being implemented due to a new US Federal Trade Commission rule that takes effect on May 12.

The Ukrainian negotiating team officially did not agree to discuss territorial integrity, including Crimea. An advisor to the Office of the President stated that the Constitution of Ukraine contains direct prohibitions on such discussions.

Russia has worsened its forecast for oil exports this year and lowered its Urals price expectation to $56 per barrel. According to the forecast, this may require the use of reserves to cover expenses.

Donald Trump raised a record $239 million for his inauguration, more than double the 2017 amount. This is more than Obama's and Biden's combined and attracted over 140 donors with contributions of a million dollars or more.

Gold set a new price record, surpassing $3385 per ounce. This happened due to the weakening of the dollar to a 2024 low, Trump's criticism of the Fed, and trade fears.

Oil prices fell: Brent below $67, WTI to $63. This happened amid concerns about the impact of the US trade war on demand and monitoring talks between Washington and Tehran on the nuclear program, which could affect supplies.

Russia is lobbying for the restoration of direct flights to the US as part of a ceasefire agreement, linking this to the lifting of sanctions against "Aeroflot". The European Union is categorically against opening its skies due to sanctions, security issues, and "stolen" aircraft, which makes flights to the US without flying over the EU extremely difficult.

Bloomberg reports that the US may recognize Russian control over Crimea in a potential peace agreement. This proposal could freeze the front line, leaving most occupied territories to the Russian Federation, and remove the issue of Ukraine's NATO membership.

The mineral agreement does not provide for the recognition of Ukraine's debt or the return of US aid. The structure should be mutually beneficial, where both countries will earn from investments.

A new round of negotiations between Ukraine and the United States regarding the agreement on minerals will start on April 24. The success of the negotiations will determine whether the agreement will be ready by April 26.

Andrzej Duda stated that Poland should seek protection from the Russian threat through French nuclear deterrence. He continues to call for access to American nuclear weapons.

Extreme weather events complicate the collection, testing and transportation of blood. Climate change may increase the need for donated blood and spread blood-borne diseases.

The price of gold has risen amid fears of a global recession and trade wars. Experts predict a further increase in price to $4,000 per ounce in 2026.

Negotiations between the EU and the USA did not bring significant progress. Most of the American duties introduced by the Trump administration on European goods worth $431 billion will remain in effect.

The US and Iran will hold talks on the nuclear program in Rome on April 19. Last week, the parties held a meeting in Oman, assessing it as constructive.

Oil prices rose after the US lifted tariffs and China increased imports. Concerns about a trade war are limiting growth, with Goldman Sachs cutting its oil price forecasts.

Tech giants, having grown closer to Trump, have suffered amid his trade war. The EU may introduce a tax on advertising revenue, and TikTok has faced problems in the US due to tariffs.

China will increase tariffs on American goods in response to the increase in US tariffs on Chinese products. The decision will take effect on April 12.

Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will meet with Putin to discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump threatens new sanctions against Russia if no progress is made.

Great Britain and Norway will provide 450 million pounds to finance the supply of drones, radar systems and anti-tank mines to Ukraine. The package will help finance the rapid delivery of UAVs.

Trump's decision to suspend tariff increases was positively received in Europe and Asia. Uncertainty remains, keeping the world on edge, but there is hope for economic prudence.

Ukraine is sending a working group to the US to negotiate a minerals agreement, seeking greater investment. Shmyhal emphasized that the agreement will not harm European integration.

Lars Klingbeil, the future German finance minister, witnessed the 9/11 terrorist attack while interning in Manhattan. This experience is important for financing the rearmament of the German army.

The Indian government has approved the purchase of 26 Rafale naval fighters from France. The agreement also provides for the maintenance of 36 fighters purchased by India in 2016.

The European Union has approved tariffs on goods from the United States in response to American tariffs on steel and aluminum. These measures will intensify the trade war between the EU and the US, affecting exports from both sides.