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March, 2026

• 27 March 2026 11:23 am

  UK Retail Sales Fall Less Than Expected, But Rising Energy Costs Cloud Outlook

  

  British retail sales volumes declined in February, highlighting growing pressure on consumer spending as households brace for the economic impact of rising energy prices linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. According to data released on Friday by the Office for National Statistics, retail sales volumes fell by 0.4% …

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• 27 March 2026 10:39 am

  Oil Set for Weekly Loss as De-Escalation Hopes and Rising U.S. Inventories Weigh on Prices

  

  Oil prices edged lower in Asian trading on Friday and were on track to post a weekly decline, as easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East reduced the risk premium that had supported markets in recent sessions. As of 20:46 ET (00:46 GMT), Brent crude futures for May delivery slipped …

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• 27 March 2026 1:10 am

  Partial Shutdown and Airport Chaos Fuel Car-Rental Boom

  

  The partial government shutdown has thrown air travel into disarray, with passengers across the United States facing hours long security lines and mounting frustration. Yet amid the turmoil, car-rental companies are emerging as unexpected winners. Shares of Hertz and Avis surged on March 26 as investors bet that the airport …

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• 27 March 2026 12:02 am

  Memory Chip Stocks Face Turbulence Amid AI Breakthrough

  

  Memory chip makers have endured a punishing two-day sell-off, with March 26, 2026 marking another steep decline. The trigger was Google’s unveiling of TurboQuant, a compression technology that can reduce the memory requirements of large AI models by up to six times. This innovation has rattled investors, who fear that …

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• 26 March 2026 11:48 pm

  Explainer: How War Reset the Wall Street’s Compass

  

  When conflict erupted with Iran in February 2026, the financial world was jolted out of its familiar rhythm. Just days earlier, investors had been navigating a relatively predictable landscape—tracking inflation trends, anticipating interest rate cuts, and weighing the durability of economic growth. The mood was cautiously optimistic, with hopes pinned …

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• 26 March 2026 11:06 pm

  Dollar Dominance Returns: Geopolitical Tensions Push Global Markets Into Defensive Mode

  

  Global financial markets closed the week under a cloud of caution as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East fueled a powerful surge in the US Dollar. Investors increasingly shifted toward safe-haven assets, reinforcing the greenback’s strength and pressuring major currencies across the board.The US Dollar Index climbed to near …

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• 26 March 2026 10:37 pm

  Eyebrows Lifted as Wall Street Still Moves Before Trump Speaks

  

  Global markets have been rattled by a series of sudden policy announcements from President Donald Trump, with trading patterns often shifting in uncanny ways just moments before his statements. From tariff reversals to military threats, these abrupt moves have repeatedly jolted oil, stocks, bonds, and even cryptocurrencies, leaving investors questioning …

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• 26 March 2026 9:39 pm

  How the GCC Is Holding Its Ground Through the Hormuz Crisis

  

  The Middle East has now been at war for nearly four weeks, and the economic shockwaves are being felt far beyond the battlefield. At the center of it all is a narrow strip of water — just 21 miles wide at its tightest point — that carries roughly one-fifth of …

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• 26 March 2026 8:42 pm

  Powell’s Upcoming April FOMC Meeting: Key Takeaways for Traders and Investors

  

  The April 28–29, 2026 FOMC meeting will likely mark Jerome Powell’s final monetary policy decision as Federal Reserve Chair. His four-year term as Chair expires on May 15, 2026. While Powell has stated he will serve as Chair pro tempore until a successor (reportedly Kevin Warsh) is confirmed by the …

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• 26 March 2026 7:52 pm

  Gold Slips as Geopolitical Tensions and Interest Rate Fears Weigh on Markets

  

  Gold prices moved lower on Thursday, reversing recent gains as global uncertainty and shifting economic expectations pressured the precious metal. Ongoing tensions in the Middle East—particularly the unresolved situation between the United States and Iran—continue to keep investors cautious, limiting gold’s ability to sustain upward momentum.Despite gold’s traditional role as …

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• 26 March 2026 7:09 pm

  Volkswagen’s Anchor Investor Turns to Defence After Earnings Hit

  

  Volkswagen’s largest shareholder, Porsche SE, is shifting its focus toward defence and technology investments after reporting a sharp decline in earnings. The holding company, which controls nearly a third of Volkswagen’s shares and a majority of its voting rights, saw adjusted profits fall by 9% in 2025. The drop was …

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• 26 March 2026 4:56 pm

  Oil Climbs Above $106 as Middle East Tensions and Supply Risks Intensify

  

  Oil prices surged on Thursday, extending a period of heightened volatility as investors reacted to mixed signals surrounding potential de-escalation in the Middle East. Gains were driven by persistent uncertainty over diplomatic efforts, even as Iran reviews a U.S.-backed proposal to end the ongoing conflict. As of 05:33 ET (09:33 …

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• 26 March 2026 3:57 pm

  U.S. Futures Slip as Iran Rules Out Direct Talks, Tempering Ceasefire Optimism

  

  U.S. stock index futures edged lower early Thursday, as investors reassessed the likelihood of a near-term resolution to the Middle East conflict following cautious signals from Iran. While Tehran confirmed it is reviewing a U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal, it ruled out direct negotiations with Washington, dampening earlier optimism. As of 01:57 …

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