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Original headline: Everyone Has Blown Up : London Macro Traders Carried - Out As French Carry Trade Implodes ( Again )
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| Market | Gold |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/21/2026 | 4,141.17 |
| Change that session | +0.39% |
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