Market Update

Oil prices were largely unchanged in Asian trading on Monday after a volatile week dominated by geopolitical headlines, as markets shifted their focus from Iran supply risks to fresh trade tensions sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s stance on Greenland. By 21:10 ET (02:10 GMT), Brent crude futures for March …

Global markets have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of a barrage of sensational geopolitical and political headlines. From recurring threats to Federal Reserve independence and ambitious U.S. housing initiatives to escalating tensions with Iran and energy price volatility, fundamental analysis has proven to be the true driver of market …

The annual World Economic Forum in Davos is set to unfold against a backdrop of heightened economic uncertainty, with President Donald Trump’s return expected to dominate discussions on trade, growth, and the future of global cooperation. His recent policy moves and confrontational economic stance have elevated expectations that this year’s …

Gold prices eased slightly at the end of the trading session, closing near $4,596 per ounce, as investors opted to take profits after a powerful rally that has dominated markets in recent months. The modest pullback did little to dent the broader optimism surrounding the precious metal, which remains one …

Oil prices closed higher as traders positioned ahead of the U.S. holiday weekend, with lingering geopolitical tensions continuing to underpin sentiment. Caution over developments in the Middle East encouraged buying interest, even as the broader supply outlook limited the scope of gains.Modest Gains Keep Prices Near Recent HighsBrent crude ended …

President Donald Trump signaled fresh uncertainty over the future leadership of the Federal Reserve after expressing reluctance to nominate Kevin Hassett as the next central bank chair, a move that could significantly reshape the succession race.Speaking Friday, Trump suggested that keeping Hassett in his current role as head of the …

The US dollar struggled to find clear direction over the past week, caught between geopolitical tensions and domestic uncertainty that kept investors cautious. While President Donald Trump renewed warnings of potential military action against Iran—later softening his tone toward the end of the week—he stressed that all options remain open. …

U.S. equity futures traded tentatively ahead of the opening bell, reflecting investor unease as fresh bank earnings failed to provide clear reassurance and a heavier slate of reports looms. While futures pointed modestly higher, the tone remained fragile after early-week selloffs in major benchmarks, with only small-cap stocks showing convincing …

The Japanese yen strengthened on Friday, with USD/JPY slipping to 158.02, down 0.35%, as markets reacted to renewed signals that authorities are prepared to step in if volatility accelerates. The move reinforced expectations that policymakers may seek to steer the pair back toward a more controlled range, lending near-term support …

The U.S. dollar edged slightly lower on Friday, but remained on track for another weekly gain as stronger-than-expected American economic data reduced expectations of an early interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. By 04:05 ET (09:05 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six …