In today's episode, we explore the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates amid economic uncertainty, while the Bank of England opts for a rate cut due to US tariff concerns. We also delve into Wall Street's rally fueled by optimism over a new US-UK trade deal, and the cryptocurrency market's surge as Bitcoin hits a milestone. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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