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Iran has outlined strict conditions for any discussions over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, demanding security guarantees and recognition of its international rights from countries involved in recent military actions. Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref stated that any nation seeking negotiations must first commit to not invading Iran …

Japan’s underlying inflation could face stronger upward pressure than in previous cycles, as higher oil prices and a weaker yen increasingly feed into domestic pricing behavior, the Bank of Japan said in a staff analysis released on Monday. The findings highlight a potential shift in Japan’s inflation dynamics, with companies …

European equities traded in a narrow range on Monday, as investors remained cautious ahead of key inflation data and continued to monitor escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was largely unchanged at 574.98 points as of 08:09 GMT, reflecting a subdued market tone. Sector …

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that negotiations with Iran are advancing, raising the possibility of a near-term agreement even as tensions in the Middle East remain elevated. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said discussions were going “extremely well” and suggested that a deal with Tehran could be …

Last week saw significant developments across geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, key economic indicators from major economies, and updates on monetary policy. Here’s a comprehensive overview. Geopolitical Tensions Lead Market Sentiment Geopolitical factors dominated market movements last week. The ongoing conflict involving Iran drove global prices of oil and …

The British Pound struggled to maintain momentum at the end of the week, hovering just above the 1.3300 level against the US Dollar as global uncertainty continued to dominate market sentiment. Despite holding this key threshold, the currency is on track for modest weekly losses, weighed down by a stronger …

Benchmark U.S. Treasury yields climbed to their highest level since July on Friday, as investors reacted to rising oil prices and reassessed the outlook for inflation and monetary policy in the wake of escalating Middle East tensions. As of 07:04 ET (11:04 GMT), the yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury …

U.S. stock futures moved lower on Friday, while oil prices climbed back above the $110-per-barrel mark, as investors remained uneasy despite President Donald Trump extending a key deadline tied to potential strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. As of 07:33 ET (11:33 GMT), Dow Jones futures fell by 169 points, or …

European equity markets traded in a narrow range on Friday, as investors weighed persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East against the absence of meaningful progress toward a resolution. The muted performance comes despite elevated oil prices, which continue to reflect ongoing supply concerns. As of 04:02 ET (08:02 GMT), …

British retail sales volumes declined in February, highlighting growing pressure on consumer spending as households brace for the economic impact of rising energy prices linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to data released on Friday by the Office for National Statistics, retail sales volumes fell by 0.4% …