Economic Report

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 …

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%, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Global oil markets are under intense pressure as West Texas Intermediate (WTI) holds above the $100-per-barrel level. Prices have fluctuated sharply throughout the session, reflecting a market increasingly driven by geopolitical developments rather than traditional supply and demand fundamentals.Volatility has become a defining feature, with prices reacting rapidly to political …

The 160 line represents a number that keeps traders up at night. The Japanese yen clawed its way back on Monday after the dollar briefly breached the 160 yen threshold — a level so sensitive that it has come to function as an unofficial tripwire for Japanese authorities. The pair …