Bitcoin declined on Friday, capping a subdued week as investor caution intensified amid geopolitical uncertainty and the looming expiration of a massive options batch. Risk aversion linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, alongside technical pressures from derivatives markets, kept traders on the defensive. The world’s largest cryptocurrency …

U.S. stock futures moved lower on Friday, while oil prices climbed back above the $110-per-barrel mark, as investors remained uneasy despite President Donald Trump extending a key deadline tied to potential strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. As of 07:33 ET (11:33 GMT), Dow Jones futures fell by 169 points, or …

European equity markets traded in a narrow range on Friday, as investors weighed persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East against the absence of meaningful progress toward a resolution. The muted performance comes despite elevated oil prices, which continue to reflect ongoing supply concerns. As of 04:02 ET (08:02 GMT), …

Gold prices rose sharply in Asian trading on Friday, recovering from the previous session’s losses as a weaker U.S. dollar and signs of easing geopolitical tensions boosted demand for the precious metal. Spot gold climbed 2.1% to $4,467.32 per ounce as of 02:41 ET (06:41 GMT), while U.S. gold futures …

British retail sales volumes declined in February, highlighting growing pressure on consumer spending as households brace for the economic impact of rising energy prices linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to data released on Friday by the Office for National Statistics, retail sales volumes fell by 0.4% …

Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Friday and were on track to post a weekly decline, as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East reduced the risk premium that had supported markets in recent sessions. As of 20:46 ET (00:46 GMT), Brent crude futures for May delivery slipped …

Oil prices surged on Thursday, extending a period of heightened volatility as investors reacted to mixed signals surrounding potential de-escalation in the Middle East. Gains were driven by persistent uncertainty over diplomatic efforts, even as Iran reviews a U.S.-backed proposal to end the ongoing conflict. As of 05:33 ET (09:33 …

U.S. stock index futures edged lower early Thursday, as investors reassessed the likelihood of a near-term resolution to the Middle East conflict following cautious signals from Iran. While Tehran confirmed it is reviewing a U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal, it ruled out direct negotiations with Washington, dampening earlier optimism. As of 01:57 …

Bitcoin retreated on Thursday, reversing part of this week’s gains as investor sentiment weakened amid conflicting signals surrounding a potential ceasefire in the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. The pullback reflects broader caution across risk-sensitive assets, as markets remain highly reactive to geopolitical developments and policy uncertainty. The world’s largest …

Consumer sentiment in Germany deteriorated sharply, reaching its weakest level since March 2024, as escalating tensions in the Middle East fueled concerns over rising energy costs and renewed inflationary pressures. According to data released on Thursday by GfK in partnership with the Nuremberg Institute for Market Decisions, the consumer climate …