Bitcoin traded largely unchanged on Tuesday, capping a muted performance for March as persistent risk aversion tied to the Middle East conflict continued to weigh on investor appetite for speculative assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency edged up 0.2% to $67,401.9 as of 02:44 ET (06:44 GMT), remaining within a narrow …
Read More »U.S. Futures Rise on Potential Iran De-Escalation Despite Ongoing Hormuz Disruption
U.S. stock futures moved higher on Tuesday, supported by reports that Donald Trump is considering ending the military campaign against Iran, even as the critical Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed. By 03:29 ET (07:29 GMT), Dow Jones futures rose 333 points, or 0.7%, while S&P 500 futures gained 42 …
Read More »European Stocks Hold Near Flat as Oil Surge and Iran Strategy Shift Shape Outlook
European equities traded in a tight range on Tuesday, as investors balanced surging oil prices against reports that the United States may seek to wind down its military campaign in Iran even without reopening the Strait of Hormuz. By 03:10 ET (07:10 GMT), the pan-European STOXX 600 edged up 0.1%, …
Read More »Gold Edges Higher on Bargain Buying, but Faces Pressure from Rates and Energy-Driven Inflation
Gold prices inched higher on Monday, supported by bargain hunting and slightly softer expectations for interest rate hikes, although the metal remains on track for its steepest monthly decline in nearly two decades. Spot gold rose 0.2% to $4,503.29 per ounce as of 16:25 ET (20:25 GMT), while gold futures …
Read More »Oil Slips as Trump Weighs De-Escalation, but Hormuz Closure Caps Losses
Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Tuesday, reversing earlier gains as reports suggested that U.S. President Donald Trump is considering ending military operations against Iran. However, losses remained limited as the outlook for global supply stayed constrained by the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude …
Read More »Yen Surge Pushes EUR/JPY Lower as Market Tensions Rise
The EUR/JPY currency pair moved lower at the start of the week, falling below the 184 level as the Japanese Yen strengthened. This shift came after strong signals from Japanese officials suggesting they may step in to support their currency, which quickly influenced market sentiment.The drop reflects growing caution among …
Read More »Earnings Season Under Pressure: How Middle East Conflict Is Shaking Global Markets and Corporate Profits
As the first quarter of 2026 comes to an end, companies worldwide are preparing to report earnings against the backdrop of a major geopolitical shock. The conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has not remained confined to the battlefield. It has quickly spilled into the global economy, disrupting …
Read More »Jerome Powell Flags Inflation Risks as Energy Shock Tests Global Economy
Global financial markets remain highly sensitive to shifting economic signals as Jerome Powell warned that rising energy costs linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions could keep inflation elevated for longer than expected. Investors are now reassessing the outlook for interest rates, growth, and market stability as oil-driven price pressures ripple through …
Read More »Geopolitical Shockwaves Fuel a Fragile Market Rebound as Oil Surges and Volatility Persists
Global equity markets opened the week with a modest rebound after recent heavy losses, as investors attempted to stabilize sentiment following a turbulent stretch driven by geopolitical tensions and energy price spikes. Major stock indexes edged higher in early trading, signaling tentative confidence rather than a strong recovery, with traders …
Read More »The New Resource Power Game: Who Will Control the Critical Minerals Economy?
As global demand accelerates for the materials powering clean energy, defense systems, and advanced technologies, a profound shift is underway. Capital is no longer simply chasing mineral discoveries—it is targeting control. Control of supply chains, processing capabilities, and the downstream industries that ultimately define economic and geopolitical strength.From Discovery to …
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