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Russia “wants to sow division,” the EU chief said Wednesday, and the bloc needs to face up to the new reality of “hybrid warfare.”

EUR/JPY continues its winning streak for the fifth successive session, trading around 177.60 during the Asian hours on Thursday.

The USD/CHF pair retraces to near 0.8000 during the late Asian trading session on Thursday from the monthly high of 0.8030 posted the previous day.

The EUR/CAD cross holds steady near 1.6225 during the early European session on Thursday. The political crisis in France after the shock resignation of France’s Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and his government could weigh on the Euro (EUR) against the Canadian Dollar (CAD). 

Gold prices fell in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) briefly tilted back into the bullish side on Wednesday, recovering recently lost ground and retesting the 46,800 level as major indexes look to reestablish their top-heavy stance.

Gold prices remained broadly unchanged in Philippines on Thursday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

Gold prices remained broadly unchanged in United Arab Emirates on Thursday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

The GBP/USD pair attracts some buyers during the Asian session on Thursday and moves away from a nearly two-week trough, around the 1.3370 area touched the previous day.

EC Markets, the Titanium Sponsor of Forex Expo Dubai 2025, delivered one of the event’s most exciting attractions at Booth #55, where trading expertise met the thrill of football.

Visitors were welcomed into an interactive space that combined trading insights with unforgettable fan experiences. Attendees had the chance to sit down for one-to-one discussions with the EC Markets management team, exploring the company’s award-winning platforms, trading tools, and app. These conversations turned the booth into a hub for strategies, market opportunities, and valuable new connections.

Adding to the momentum, EC Markets was honored with the title of “Top Regulated Forex Broker” at the Expo, a recognition of the company’s trusted service and commitment to traders worldwide.

But the excitement didn’t stop at trading. As Official Global Sponsors of Liverpool FC, EC Markets brought football energy to the trading floor. A football simulator challenged visitors’ goal-scoring skills, with winners taking home a Liverpool FC jersey signed by legendary midfielder Vladimír Šmicer, remembered for his goal in the 2005 UEFA Champions League Final. Fans also had the rare opportunity to meet Šmicer in person and pose with the iconic Champions League Cup.

Omar Qumuq, Managing Director for MENA at EC Markets, stated:

“EC Markets is growing stronger every day, expanding across the Middle East and around the world. Being at Forex Expo Dubai 2025 gives us the chance to meet our partners and clients face to face, share our vision, and show how our platforms and tools can truly empower traders. Our Liverpool FC sponsorship adds another dimension, bringing the same passion and energy from the football pitch to the markets, creating memorable experiences that go beyond trading. Moments like these are exactly why events like this matter, they allow us to connect and grow together with our trading community.”

The result was a vibrant atmosphere where traders and football fans came together, cementing EC Markets’ position as not only a leader in global trading but also a brand that goes beyond the markets to create lasting connections.

For more information about EC Markets and its award-winning trading platforms, visit www.ecmarkets.com.

This article was written by IL Contributors at investinglive.com.