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Market Overview
Good morning from London as markets prepare for trading amidst a backdrop of political turbulence and cryptocurrency surges. Notably, French President Emmanuel Macron is poised to address the nation after a significant vote of no-confidence against Minister Michel Barnier's government in Paris. This political upheaval introduces uncertainty for French assets, which have been under scrutiny.
Bitcoin's value has surged past the $100,000 mark, and peaked at $103,000, largely influenced by optimism surrounding former President Donald Trump's appointment of a new head for the SEC, a move that has been positively received within crypto markets.