In a pointed warning that underscores the Federal Reserve’s ongoing struggle with price stability, Kansas City Fed President Jeff Schmid cautioned that U.S. inflation could become entrenched at levels close to 3%. Speaking in Oklahoma City, Schmid argued that the recent surge in oil prices—driven by geopolitical tensions in the …

US stocks jumped on Tuesday as a wave of optimism swept through markets, driven by signals that the war in the Middle East may begin to cool. The shift in tone was enough to spark a sharp rebound, with investors rushing back in after weeks of heavy selling. Yet the …

After weeks of sharp gains fueled by the war with Iran, oil prices are beginning to retreat. US crude (WTI) has dropped to around $97, while Brent crude is trading near $103, both posting notable declines of more than 4%. The pullback suggests that fears of prolonged supply disruptions may …

The Japanese Yen regained strength on Tuesday, sending the USD/JPY pair lower and pulling it away from the key 160 level. The move comes as traders grow increasingly cautious, with Japan signaling it may step in to curb excessive currency swings. This shift in tone has given the Yen fresh …

Gold prices hovered near the $4,600 level on Tuesday, finding modest support as the US dollar eased from recent highs. Despite the upward tilt, the metal remains stuck within a narrow trading range that has persisted for about a week, reflecting uncertainty across global markets.The cautious tone comes as investors …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …