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flag Global stocks fell as Powell signaled no near-term rate cuts, boosting the dollar and pressuring markets.

flag Global stock markets declined on Wednesday as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell offered no clear signal on imminent rate cuts, which boosted the U.S. dollar and pressured equities. flag European indices fell modestly, with defense stocks rising after President Donald Trump suggested Ukraine could reclaim all territory from Russia, sparking optimism about Western military support. flag Oil prices edged up, while gold held near record highs despite geopolitical tensions. flag U.S. economic data showed slowing business activity, and the S&P Global PMI indicated weakening demand. flag The dollar strengthened, pushing major currencies lower, while Treasury yields dipped.

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