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Oil Shock Sends U.S. Stocks Sliding as Inflation Fears Roar Back

Energy Spike Rattles Global MarketsU.S. stocks retreated sharply on Thursday as a dramatic surge in oil prices rattled investor confidence and revived fears that inflation could spiral out of control once again. The pullback came despite a positive start in Asian markets earlier in the day, highlighting the growing anxiety …

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Fragile Calm in Frankfurt: Iran War Clouds Europe’s Economic Outlook

As the US-Iran conflict entered its sixth day on March 5, 2026, the European Central Bank (ECB) is closely monitoring the potential economic fallout on the Eurozone. While direct exposure of European banks to Iran remains limited, indirect risks from rising energy prices and slowing growth pose a significant threat. …

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US Jobless Claims Hold Steady as Dollar Gains Ground

The latest report from the United States Department of Labor reveals that initial jobless claims remained stable at 213,000 for the week ending February 28, slightly below expectations of 215,000. This figure matches the previous week’s revised number, signaling a consistent trend in new unemployment filings.Meanwhile, the four-week moving average …

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NFP Preview: US Payrolls Signal Labor Stability, Bolstering Fed Pause Bets

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February US payrolls indicate a continued stabilization in the labor market, supporting expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain its current interest rate stance. Nonfarm payrolls (NFP) are estimated to have slowed to 60,000 new jobs in February, down from January’s unexpectedly strong gain of 130,000. Private sector jobs contribute …

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A High-Stakes Moment for Labor Market: Jobs Data Still Rules Even as War Clouds the Outlook

Global markets are entering a critical phase as investors brace for the release of the U.S. non-farm payrolls report for February. Despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, employment data remains one of the most powerful drivers of market sentiment, shaping expectations for economic momentum and future interest-rate decisions.The …

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From Fear to FOMO in a Single Session: Bitcoin Roars Back Above $71,000 as Market Mood Flips Fast

Bitcoin delivered a powerful rebound on Wednesday, vaulting back above the $71,000 level and recording its strongest performance in weeks, even as geopolitical tensions remained elevated. The sharp move highlighted how quickly sentiment in the crypto market can reverse once selling pressure fades and confidence begins to rebuild.At the time …

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Gold and Silver Surge as War Jitters Grip Markets and Safe-Haven Demand Returns

Gold and silver rebounded strongly as escalating geopolitical tensions pushed investors back toward traditional safe-haven assets. After days of heavy volatility, renewed uncertainty revived demand for precious metals, reinforcing their role as protection during periods of global stress.Gold prices climbed back above $5,100 per ounce, recovering from a sharp pullback …

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