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Key Takeaways Operation halted: Trump announced the U.S. will pause “Project Freedom,” its operation to restore commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Deal “close”: The president said “great progress” has been made toward a “complete and final agreement” with Iran. Blockade remains: Despite the pause, the U.S. naval blockade …

Investors Seek Safety Amid Economic UncertaintyGlobal currency markets traded cautiously as the US Dollar remained firm, supported by resilient American economic data and renewed safe-haven demand linked to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.Investors continued balancing optimism surrounding the US economy against fears that escalating global tensions could trigger …

The British pound climbed against the US dollar on Tuesday as improving global risk sentiment and easing fears of a broader Middle East conflict weakened demand for safe-haven assets. Investors reacted positively to signs that the fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran was holding, even as tensions in the Gulf …

Fresh signs of cooling momentum in the American economy emerged on Tuesday after new labor market data showed a slight decline in US job openings during March, reinforcing concerns that economic activity may be gradually losing strength.The latest figures revealed that available positions across the United States fell to 6.866 …

Key Takeaways Services growth slows: The ISM non-manufacturing PMI eased to 53.6 in April from 54.0 in March, marginally below the 53.7 expected. Still in expansion territory: Any reading above 50 signals growth, so the sector continues to expand — just at a slower pace. Prices paid steady: The closely …

Key Takeaways Markets open higher: S&P 500 rose 0.6% to 7,241.35, the Nasdaq Composite added 0.7% to 25,243.76, and the Dow climbed 0.4% to 49,157.43. Hegseth defuses tensions: U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said Washington is “not looking for a fight” with Tehran, calling Project Freedom a “temporary” measure. …

Key Takeaways Futures bounce back: Dow futures rose 70 points (+0.1%), S&P 500 futures gained 0.3%, and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.5% after Monday’s selloff. Ceasefire under strain: The U.S. and Iran exchanged fresh strikes in the Gulf as Tehran retaliated against Trump’s “Project Freedom” Hormuz operation. Conflict spreads: UAE …

Key Takeaways Markets stabilize: The Stoxx 600 rose 0.6%, Germany’s DAX gained 0.8%, France’s CAC 40 added 0.7%, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 lagged with a 0.8% drop. Ceasefire crumbling: The U.S. and Iran exchanged fresh attacks on Monday as Tehran retaliated against Trump’s “Project Freedom” push to reopen Hormuz. …

Key Takeaways Three-week extension warning: Trump suggested in an ABC News interview that the Iran war could stretch on for another three weeks. Victory declared: The president simultaneously claimed the U.S. has already “won” the conflict. No time pressure: Trump emphasized he was not under any significant constraint to wrap …

Key Takeaways Third hike of 2026: The RBA raised rates by 25 basis points to 4.35%, the highest level since late 2024. Split vote: Eight of nine board members backed the hike, with one voting to hold. Inflation forecast slashed higher: 2026 CPI projected at 4.0%, up sharply from the …