Market Update

Key Takeaways BoE holds at 3.75%: The Monetary Policy Committee voted 7-2 to keep rates unchanged — as widely expected. Energy the central concern: The BoE acknowledged global energy prices have fallen since the last meeting but warned they “remain higher than pre-conflict and have continued to be volatile.” Iran …

Key Takeaways Versailles signing: Trump signed the MOU with Iran during a dinner at France’s Versailles palace — an unexpected venue ahead of the planned Switzerland ceremony. Iranian president also signs: Masoud Pezeshkian signed on behalf of Tehran, per IRNA images; both sides also completed electronic signatures. Switzerland ceremony status …

Key Takeaways Bitcoin reverses: The world’s largest crypto fell 2.8% to $63,964.6, giving back a bulk of its recent recovery gains. Fed the culprit: The central bank held rates but showed a growing number of policymakers considering a 2026 hike — spooking risk assets. December hike now priced in: Investors …

Key Takeaways Stoxx 600 opens lower: The pan-European index dipped 0.2%; FTSE 100 fell 0.5%, while DAX bucked the trend with a 0.3% gain. CAC 40, MIB, IBEX flat: The initial peace deal euphoria has fully collided with Fed hawkishness. Fed reality check: The central bank held rates but signaled …

Key Takeaways Gold futures slip: U.S. gold futures fell 1.3% to $4,325.97 — a divergence reflecting futures market positioning ahead of the MOU signing. Iran MOU details revealed: The 14-point memorandum begins a 60-day negotiation period; toll-free Hormuz passage begins immediately, with full capacity restored within 30 days. Energy shock …

Key Takeaways Five-day losing streak: Brent fell 0.9% to $78.23 per barrel, while WTI slipped 1.2% to $75.16 — both at their lowest since March 2. 10% crash in two sessions: The pace of the selloff underscores how dramatically market sentiment has shifted. Iran deal the driver: The MOU paves …

Anthropic was preparing for a major public offering built around its position as one of the leading companies in the artificial intelligence race. But the company now faces a serious challenge that could reshape investor confidence: growing tension with the U.S. government.The dispute has raised concerns that regulatory decisions could …

Kevin Warsh’s first appearance as Chair of the Federal Reserve delivered a clear message: the era of easy money is not returning anytime soon. In his debut press conference, Warsh confirmed that interest rates would remain in the 3.5–3.75 percent range, emphasizing that inflation remains the central challenge for the U.S. economy. His …

Gold prices fell after the Federal Reserve confirmed its intention to keep interest rates elevated, reinforcing its commitment to controlling inflation. Spot gold closed near $4,293 per ounce, down almost 0.9% from the previous session. At the same time, the U.S. Dollar Index advanced to 100.02, its strongest level in …

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, delivering a decision that markets had widely anticipated. However, the central bank’s updated outlook carried a firmer message: inflation remains a concern, and policymakers are not yet ready to declare victory in their battle against rising prices.In the first policy meeting …