On Monday, US President Donald Trump announced a “complete and total” ceasefire between Israel and Iran, set to take effect in roughly six hours, aiming to end their ongoing conflict, according to Reuters.In a social media post, Trump stated, “Israel and Iran have fully agreed to a TOTAL CEASEFIRE, effective …

On June 23, 2025, global markets displayed resilience as stocks climbed and oil prices plummeted following Iran’s restrained missile strikes on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq. This response to heightened Middle East tensions, coupled with dovish signals from Federal Reserve officials, offers a moment to reflect on the forces …

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) surged on Monday, climbing roughly 400 points despite escalating tensions in the Middle East. Investors appeared to shrug off weekend turmoil following missile strikes ordered by the Trump administration, but the upbeat mood faltered as Iran retaliated with targeted strikes on U.S. military assets …

West Texas Intermediate crude fell to around $68 per barrel, and Brent crude mirrored this drop after Iran’s strike on a U.S. military base in Qatar. The attack, preceded by Iran’s warning to minimize casualties, fueled expectations of de-escalation. No U.S. casualties were reported at Al Udeid, bolstering this view. …

Gold prices have soared to $3,385 amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, driven by Iran’s missile strikes on U.S. bases and Israel’s intensified bombing of Tehran. This surge reflects heightened geopolitical risks overshadowing economic data, with the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields sliding. The situation demands a closer look …

The US economy in June 2025 presents a complex picture: growth persists but slows, inflation surges due to tariffs, and job gains offer resilience. These dynamics, captured by the S&P Global US PMI Composite Output Index at 52.8, suggest an economy expanding at a 1.5% annualized rate, down from late …

The Federal Reserve stands at a pivotal moment. With inflation pressures appearing contained, FOMC Governor Michelle Bowman has signaled openness to cutting interest rates as early as July 2025. This shift could realign monetary policy with a neutral stance, balancing a healthy labor market while addressing emerging economic risks. Here’s …

As global markets navigate a maze of fiscal and geopolitical risks, gold stands out as a reliable safe haven. The potential for escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly with deeper U.S. involvement, could reshape defense spending and strain fiscal outlooks. This scenario, more than an oil price shock, poses …

The S&P 500 declined by around 0.3%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average inched up 0.09%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 dropped 0.59%. U.S. equity indices gave up early-session gains in the week’s final trading day, pressured by weakness in semiconductor stocks. The pullback came after The Wall Street Journal reported …

The Middle East conflict intensified on June 12, 2025, when Israel launched airstrikes on Iran’s Natanz uranium enrichment facility, targeting military leaders. Iran retaliated swiftly, leading to a cycle of strikes that damaged government, health, and civilian infrastructure, with casualties on both sides. Iran’s refusal to halt its nuclear program, …