President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to the European Union: increase purchases of American oil and gas or face tariffs. Trump’s demand aims to address the trade deficit between the US and EU, which reached $131.3 billion in 2022. While the EU has already significantly increased its imports of US hydrocarbons in recent years, ramping up purchases to the level Trump suggests faces numerous practical constraints.

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Gold Drops to $4,681 — Iran Ceasefire Expires Today
Gold has fallen to $4,681 as the Iran ceasefire expires today and the Fed chair fight stalls in the Senate. With two live scenarios and institutional uncertainty growing, here’s what the price action actually means for your allocation.





