Equity indices edge higher this week, while Bitcoin struggles to gain ground. Gold prices flirt with $3,400 amid US plans to tariff gold bar imports. The Bank of England meeting boosts the pound as a September rate cut seems unlikely. Dollar remains weak, supported by muted risk appetite. US-China trade tensions may rise as August 12 deadline for tariff truce approaches. Stephen Miran to join FOMC temporarily, signaling Trump’s influence on the Fed. Market awaits further developments in global trade and monetary policy.

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