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April, 2026

• 3 April 2026 12:16 pm

  Microsoft Bets $10 Billion on Japan AI Boom with Massive Data Center Expansion

  

  Microsoft is planning a major expansion in Japan, committing approximately $10 billion through 2029 to build out data centers and artificial intelligence infrastructure, as demand for local data processing and sovereignty accelerates. Strategic Push for AI and Data Sovereignty The investment will focus on developing domestic AI infrastructure linked to …

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• 3 April 2026 9:01 am

  BOJ Signals Further Rate Hikes Despite Rising Energy Pressures from Iran Conflict

  

  The Bank of Japan signaled it will continue raising interest rates if economic conditions evolve as expected, reinforcing a tightening stance even as rising fuel costs begin to weigh on business sentiment. Rate Hike Path Remains Intact Koji Nakamura, a senior official overseeing monetary policy, said the central bank is …

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• 3 April 2026 3:53 am

  Could Iran-Oman Protocol Ease the Strait of Hormuz Crisis?

  

  Iran and Oman are reportedly preparing a joint protocol to monitor traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes. The initiative aims to oversee oil tankers and commercial vessels, raising early hopes that the strait could reopen partially after weeks of closure. According to …

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• 3 April 2026 2:58 am

  Silver and Gold Slide Amid Strong Dollar and Market Pressures

  

  Silver and gold prices fell sharply on Thursday as global markets faced mounting pressures. A strong U.S. dollar and rising bond yields reduced the appeal of these non-yielding precious metals.Silver was hit by both economic and geopolitical factors. Rising tensions with Iran pushed oil prices higher, fueling inflation expectations and …

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• 3 April 2026 2:24 am

  From Inflation Battles to Market Signals: How Fed Leadership Shapes Interest Rate Expectations

  

  Markets don’t just react to interest rates—they react to the people setting them. Over the past decade, the Federal Reserve has shown that monetary policy is not only about data and models, but also about leadership style, communication strategy, and institutional philosophy. From post-crisis recovery to the pandemic shock and …

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• 3 April 2026 1:33 am

  GBP/USD Struggles Below 1.33 as Bank of England Faces Tough Choices

  

  The British Pound continued its slide on Thursday, dropping sharply to around 1.3220 against the US Dollar. This decline marks a loss of over 650 pips since January and positions the pair dangerously close to the 2026 low near 1.3080. Traders are keeping a close eye on central bank signals, …

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• 3 April 2026 12:28 am

  The Middle East Effect: How One Region Can Shake the Entire Global Economy

  

  For decades, the Middle East was viewed mainly through the lens of energy exports. Today, that picture has changed dramatically. The Gulf region has evolved into a global force that not only supplies energy but also shapes financial markets, drives investment flows, and influences the direction of technological development.What makes …

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• 2 April 2026 11:21 pm

  The Fed on Edge: Logan’s Warning Signals Raise Red Flags

  

  On Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Federal Reserve found itself thrust into the spotlight after Lorie Logan, President of the Dallas Fed, delivered a series of striking remarks at a banking conference. Logan’s comments painted a picture of a central bank caught in the crossfire of global conflict, domestic inflation, …

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• 2 April 2026 10:34 pm

  Lira Under Pressure: Inflation Data Fails to Break a Deepening Downtrend

  

  Turkey’s upcoming inflation figures are expected to do little to change the broader narrative surrounding the Turkish lira, as investors increasingly focus on structural weaknesses rather than short-term price movements.Even if the latest data shows a temporary easing in inflation, market sentiment remains anchored in a more persistent view: the …

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• 2 April 2026 9:31 pm

  Geopolitical Shockwaves: Trump’s Iran Warning Sparks Market Turbulence and Risk-Off Panic

  

  A Sudden Escalation Reignites Global Market Anxiety Global financial markets were shaken after renewed geopolitical tensions escalated between the United States and Iran, triggering a swift shift in risk sentiment across asset classes. The latest catalyst came after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning urging Iran to reach …

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• 2 April 2026 8:25 pm

  Labour Market on the Edge, Looming March Data Holds the Key

  

  The U.S. labour market faces its most pivotal test in months as investors brace for March’s jobs report, a release that could redefine the economic outlook. With hiring momentum slowing and wage growth cooling, the data will set the tone for markets, policy, and confidence in America’s recovery. Critical Moment …

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• 2 April 2026 7:14 pm

  Oil Markets Explode: A Shockwave Rally Reshapes Global Energy Prices

  

  Historic Surge in a Single SessionOil markets delivered a dramatic jolt on Thursday, recording one of the sharpest single-day rallies in years. WTI crude surged to $111.21, jumping $12.31 (+12.45%) from its previous close of $98.90, while Brent crude climbed to $107.41, gaining $7.18 (+7.16%) from $100.23.The scale of the …

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• 2 April 2026 6:21 pm

  Dollar Surges as Iran Escalation Sparks Flight to Safety and Market Selloff

  

  The U.S. dollar rallied sharply on Thursday as investors rushed into safe-haven assets following renewed escalation signals in the Middle East, which triggered a broad selloff in risk-sensitive markets. The dollar index climbed 0.68% to 100.24, marking its strongest daily gain since mid-March and reversing recent losses that had been …

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