Forex Market

The euro pushed higher at the start of the week, extending its upward momentum as the US dollar weakened to its lowest level in six weeks. The move reflects a shift in global sentiment, with investors cautiously embracing risk despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. As the currency pair approaches the key …

As inflation returns to the spotlight and markets reprice involved risk, gold opened the week under mild selling pressure as rising oil prices reignited concerns that inflation may stay elevated for longer than previously expected. The renewed energy-cost shock is shifting market sentiment, with traders increasingly cautious about how long …

Dollar Slides Even as Global Tensions RiseThe US dollar moved lower at the start of the week, surprising markets that typically expect strength during periods of geopolitical stress. Despite heightened uncertainty following failed diplomatic talks and renewed tensions in key energy routes, the greenback failed to attract consistent safe-haven demand. …

The Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting on April 28–29, 2026 is widely expected to deliver a unanimous decision to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.50%–3.75%. Market pricing shows an overwhelming probability—above 97%—that no adjustment will be made, reflecting near-total consensus that the Fed remains in a holding pattern.The decision comes …

The US Treasury market — often viewed as the ultimate barometer of global financial health — is sending a powerful and uneasy message. Recent movements in government bond yields reveal a market struggling to make sense of a world shaped by persistent inflation, geopolitical tension, and an increasingly cautious central …

Crude oil prices surged dramatically in the latest trading session, breaking back above the psychologically critical $100-per-barrel threshold for the first time in months. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) jumped nearly 7% to settle around $102.37 a barrel, while the international benchmark Brent crude climbed a comparable 7.3% to top $101 …

Key Takeaways: Futures deeply in the red: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones futures slumped early Monday following the collapse of high-stakes U.S.-Iran ceasefire negotiations. Hormuz blockade triggers oil spike: A targeted U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ships and ports has sent Brent crude racing back above the $100-a-barrel …

Key Takeaways: Futures slide across the board: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones futures fell sharply following the complete breakdown of U.S.-Iran peace talks over the weekend. Targeted naval blockade: The U.S. military is set to enforce a blockade on Iranian ships and ports starting Monday morning, sending Brent …

Key Takeaways: Blockade takes effect: U.S. Central Command officially initiated a maritime blockade in the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea at 1400 GMT on Monday. Severe penalties for non-compliance: Unauthorized vessels entering or exiting the blockaded zone face immediate interception, diversion, or capture, regardless of the flag they …

Key Takeaways: Futures slide across the board: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones futures fell sharply following a complete breakdown in U.S.-Iran peace talks over the weekend. Targeted naval blockade: The U.S. military will enforce a blockade on Iranian ships and ports starting Monday morning, sending Brent crude racing …