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April, 2026

• 3 April 2026 9:52 pm

  Missiles, Money, and the Middle East: Inside Trump’s Massive $1.5T War Budget

  

  The United States is preparing for a dramatic escalation in military funding, as President Donald Trump moves to introduce a $1.5 trillion defense budget for 2027. This proposal represents a sharp increase from already record-breaking levels, underscoring how rapidly defense priorities are expanding in response to rising global conflicts. Just …

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• 3 April 2026 9:17 pm

  Amazon Bets Big on Space and AI in Bold Expansion Push

  

  Amazon is moving aggressively on two of the most consequential fronts in modern technology: satellite internet and artificial intelligence. Together, these moves signal that the company is no longer content playing catch-up — it wants to lead.A Space Deal That Could Reshape the IndustryAmazon is in advanced talks to acquire …

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• 3 April 2026 8:02 pm

  Strong Jobs Data Can’t Save USD/JPY From Japan’s Shadow

  

  The US dollar had every reason to surge on Friday. A blowout jobs report, a resilient labor market, and growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady for longer — all of it pointed toward dollar strength. Yet the USD/JPY pair told a different story, slipping quietly …

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• 3 April 2026 7:52 pm

  Alarm Bells Ring as US Services Activity Contracts Sharply in March

  

  The US services industry, a key driver of the American economy, has entered contraction territory for the first time in over three years. In March 2026, the S&P Global Services PMI fell to 49.8 from 51.7 in February, dipping below the 50 threshold that separates expansion from contraction.This slowdown reflects …

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• 3 April 2026 5:00 pm

  Iran Fortifies Defenses as U.S. Escalation Signals Raise Risk of Ground Conflict

  

  Iran is accelerating military preparations amid growing concerns that the conflict with the United States could escalate into a ground war, raising the stakes for regional stability and global markets. Military Buildup Signals Rising Tensions Tehran is reinforcing defenses around critical energy infrastructure and strategic مواقع as the risk of …

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• 3 April 2026 4:56 pm

  U.S. Jobs Blow Past Expectations in March, Signaling Labor Market Resilience

  

  The U.S. labor market delivered a strong upside surprise in March, with job creation significantly exceeding expectations despite recent volatility in economic data. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nonfarm payrolls increased by 178,000 during the month, well above the median forecast of 65,000. Estimates had varied widely ahead …

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• 3 April 2026 3:16 pm

  Wall Street Braces for Inflation Test and Earnings Season as Iran War Impact Builds

  

  Investors are heading into a critical week for U.S. markets, with upcoming inflation data and early corporate earnings expected to provide the first clear signals of how the Middle East conflict is impacting the economy and corporate performance. Markets Seek Direction After Volatile Quarter The S&P 500 ended the shortened …

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• 3 April 2026 2:28 pm

  Wall Street Braces for Inflation Test and Earnings Season as Iran War Impact Builds

  

  Investors are heading into a critical week for U.S. markets, with upcoming inflation data and early corporate earnings expected to provide the first clear signals of how the Middle East conflict is impacting the economy and corporate performance. Markets Seek Direction After Volatile Quarter The S&P 500 ended the shortened …

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• 3 April 2026 1:11 pm

  Trump Signals Broader Strikes on Iran, Raising Risks to Infrastructure and Global Markets

  

  Donald Trump warned of a significant escalation in military operations against Iran, indicating that key infrastructure—including bridges and power plants—could become targets in the coming phase of the conflict. In a late-night statement, Trump suggested that U.S. forces had yet to fully engage remaining targets, signaling a potential expansion of …

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• 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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