Forex Market

U.S. stock index futures rallied sharply on Monday, as markets responded positively to signs of potential de-escalation in the Middle East following a pause in planned U.S. military action against Iran. By 08:20 ET (12:20 GMT): Dow Jones futures jumped 1.9% S&P 500 futures rose 1.8% Nasdaq 100 futures gained …

Gold prices tumbled sharply in Asian trading on Monday, as rising concerns over inflation and persistently high interest rates overshadowed the metal’s traditional role as a safe haven—even as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East intensified. By 02:18 ET (06:18 GMT): Spot gold fell 4.6% to $4,287.05 per ounce Gold …

Global markets endured an extraordinary week of dramatic volatility (ending March 22, 2026). Major central bank decisions collided with escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East—specifically the U.S.-Israeli-Iranian conflict. This direct threat to the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for 20% of global oil and gas supplies, created a …

Major developed market central banks kept interest rates steady this week, but their tone shifted sharply. With the U.S.-Israeli conflict against Iran driving energy prices higher, policymakers warned they stand ready to act if inflation accelerates. Traders Pivot from Cuts to HikesMarkets, once confident of monetary easing, have reversed course. …

Gold prices remained under heavy pressure, extending their sharp decline as the metal hovered near $4,650 after a steep daily drop of around 3.5%. The latest move reflects a broader shift in market sentiment, with investors stepping back from bullish positions amid rising yields and fading expectations for near-term interest …

The British Pound showed only limited strength against the US Dollar, even after the Bank of England adopted a more hawkish tone than markets had anticipated. While policymakers signaled a firmer stance on inflation and opened the door to potential rate increases, the currency’s response remained restrained—highlighting the growing influence …

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde reaffirmed the institution’s cautious stance on Thursday, announcing that interest rates will remain unchanged at the March policy meeting. The decision underscores the ECB’s determination to balance inflation control with fragile growth, as geopolitical tensions continue to reshape the global economic landscape. Lagarde emphasized …

U.S. stock futures edged lower on Thursday, as a sharp spike in oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. By 06:43 ET (10:43 GMT): Dow futures fell 67 points (0.2%) S&P 500 futures declined 0.2% Nasdaq 100 futures dropped 0.3% Oil-driven inflation fears …

The UK labour market showed signs of stabilization in February, with steady unemployment and stronger-than-expected job growth, even as rising energy costs threaten to weigh on the economic outlook. Unemployment held at 5.2%, below expectations of 5.3%, while payrolls increased by 20,000, outperforming forecasts for a decline of 5,000. Employment …

European stock markets moved lower on Thursday, as investors turned cautious ahead of key central bank decisions and mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. By 04:17 ET (08:17 GMT), the pan-European Stoxx 600 fell 1.2%, while: Germany’s DAX dropped 1.6% France’s CAC 40 declined 1.1% The U.K.’s FTSE 100 …