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May, 2026

• 4 May 2026 1:10 pm

  Europe Treads Water as Trump’s Hormuz Rescue Bid Meets Mine-Strewn Reality

  

  Key Takeaways Muted European open: The Stoxx 600 and DAX both rose 0.2%, while the CAC 40 and FTSE 100 traded broadly unchanged. Trump’s Hormuz push: The president announced a new effort over the weekend to help vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, though details remain scarce. Mine danger …

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• 4 May 2026 12:34 pm

  RBA Set to Pull the Trigger Again: Third Rate Hike of 2026 Expected as Iran War Inflation Bites

  

  Key Takeaways Hike widely expected: The RBA is anticipated to raise rates by 25 basis points to 4.35% on May 5 — its third hike of the year. Easing cycle reversed: The move will fully unwind the brief easing cycle of 2025 and return rates to late-2024 levels. Inflation alarm …

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• 4 May 2026 11:42 am

  Oil Holds Above $100: Trump’s Hormuz Rescue Pledge Falls Flat as OPEC+ Hikes Output on Paper Only

  

  Key Takeaways Modest gains: Brent crude rose 0.6% to $108.84 per barrel, while WTI added 0.6% to $102.59 — both bouncing back after Friday’s losses. No deal in sight: The absence of a U.S.-Iran peace agreement continues to constrain supplies and prop up prices above $100. Hormuz still choked: Shipping …

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• 4 May 2026 3:23 am

  Weekly Recap: Historic Central Bank Stances, Earnings Act as Market’s “Safety Valve”

  

  While some weeks pass in silence, others redraw the global economic map. The trading week of April 27 – May 1, 2026, falls firmly into the latter. Between five major central bank decisions, a historic Fed dissent, aggressive Japanese intervention to bolster the Yen, and blockbuster tech earnings, market expectations …

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• 2 May 2026 12:33 am

  Gold Attempts to Glitter as Dollar Weakens

  

  Gold prices climbed above the $4,600 mark, extending gains as Japan’s intervention in currency markets pushed the U.S. Dollar lower. At the same time, news of a new proposal from Iran helped ease oil prices, lifting investor sentiment and supporting Wall Street’s positive tone. Fed Keeps a Watchful EyeDespite the …

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• 2 May 2026 12:01 am

  A Landmark Trade Gesture: China Expands Zero-Tariff Access for Africa

  

  China has announced it will scrap tariffs for nearly all African countries, extending duty-free access to 53 nations until April 2028. The only exception is Eswatini, which maintains diplomatic ties with Taiwan. Beijing has highlighted the move as a sign of its commitment to Africa, positioning itself as the first …

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• 1 May 2026 11:38 pm

  Trump Targets EU Autos with 25% Tariff Shock

  

  President Donald Trump announced he will raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25%, a sharp increase that could shake global markets. He accused the EU of failing to comply with last year’s trade deal, insisting the higher tariffs would push European manufacturers to move …

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• 1 May 2026 11:03 pm

  Only Slight Advance: Trade Threats and War Headlines Keep Greenback in Retreat

  

  The US Dollar managed a modest bounce on Friday after sliding to its lowest point in two weeks, but the recovery did little to change the bigger picture — the greenback is ending the week in the red, battered by a perfect storm of geopolitical uncertainty and renewed trade war …

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• 1 May 2026 10:08 pm

  Trump Rejects Iran’s Peace Proposal, Warns of Escalation

  

  Hopes for a breakthrough in the war between the United States and Iran dimmed on Friday as President Donald Trump declared he was dissatisfied with Tehran’s latest peace proposal. Speaking from the White House, Trump suggested that Iranian leaders may never reach a deal, describing their leadership as “disjointed” and …

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• 1 May 2026 9:26 pm

  Spirit Airlines Faces Final Descent as Rescue Plan Collapses

  

  Spirit Airlines, long known for its ultra-low-cost fares, is preparing to shut down operations after a proposed government rescue package fell apart. The plan, which aimed to inject fresh capital into the struggling carrier, was rejected by key creditors—leaving the airline with no viable path forward.Mounting PressuresThe airline has been …

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• 1 May 2026 8:21 pm

  Euro Climbs as Dollar Falters Under Geopolitical Pressure and Market Surprises

  

  The euro extended its upward momentum against the US dollar, climbing to its highest levels in over a week as a mix of geopolitical tension and unexpected market moves weighed heavily on the greenback.The shift reflects a broader change in market sentiment, with investors pulling back from the dollar amid …

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• 1 May 2026 7:19 pm

  Yen Holds Steady After Tokyo’s Bold Intervention

  

  The Japanese yen found stability after authorities stepped in to halt its rapid decline against the US dollar. The intervention came as the yen briefly weakened beyond the symbolic 160 mark, sparking concerns about financial stability. By Friday, the currency had regained ground, with the dollar trading closer to 156 …

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• 1 May 2026 7:12 pm

  Mid-East War Hits Exxon Mobil and Chevron Profits as Supply Lines Clog

  

  Despite soaring oil prices triggered by the ongoing war in Iran, American energy giants Exxon Mobil and Chevron both saw their profits plummet in the first quarter of the year. The expected windfall from expensive crude was wiped out by unprecedented disruptions to oil shipments, proving that high prices don’t …

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