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April, 2026

• 20 April 2026 4:19 am

  Weekly Roundup: Geopolitical Factors Move Markets Amid Sudden Truce, Managed Chaos

  

  This was by no means an ordinary week. Five consecutive days condensed months of geopolitical tensions into fleeting moments when Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi suddenly announced on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz was “fully open” to commercial vessels for the duration of the temporary truce. Those few words …

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• 18 April 2026 2:32 am

  Private Debt Under Fire As Wall Street Braces for Impact

  

  The private credit market — a sprawling, largely opaque corner of finance worth nearly $2 trillion — is facing its most serious test since it emerged from the wreckage of the 2008 financial crisis. And Wall Street’s response has been telling: rather than simply riding out the turbulence, the biggest …

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• 18 April 2026 1:47 am

  Wall Street’s Comeback: Tech Leads as War Fears Fade

  

  After weeks of tension, U.S. markets are back in rally mode. Stocks surged to new highs as concerns over a potential conflict eased, shifting investor focus toward corporate earnings and the next moves from the Federal Reserve.Tech Takes the LeadThe rebound has been swift and powerful. Major technology companies have …

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• 18 April 2026 12:53 am

  Tech Giants Tighten Belts: AI, Cost-Cutting, and the Layoff Wave In 2026

  

  Layoffs are sweeping across industries in 2026, with technology, retail, finance, and consumer brands all making tough decisions about their workforces. The first quarter alone has seen thousands of jobs cut, as companies grapple with rising costs, shifting strategies, and the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence.Tech Giants Tighten BeltsMajor players …

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• 17 April 2026 11:54 pm

  Intel’s Market Buzz: What’s Driving the Trend?

  

  Intel has recently captured significant attention in the stock market, becoming one of the most searched companies among investors. The surge in interest comes on the back of notable share price gains and evolving expectations about its future performance.Recent PerformanceOver the past month, Intel’s stock has soared by more than …

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• 17 April 2026 10:41 pm

  Waller Says Swift War Resolution Could Support Labor Market and Rate Cuts

  

  Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has become a key voice in explaining how global conflict is reshaping the U.S. economy. His recent comments highlight the difficult balance the Fed must strike between controlling inflation and supporting employment. Inflation PressuresWaller emphasized that energy prices, driven higher by disruptions in the Strait …

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• 17 April 2026 9:21 pm

  Reading Between the Lines: A Fragile US Economy Emerges from the Fed’s Beige Book

  

  The latest snapshot of the US economy paints a picture that is steady on the surface but increasingly strained underneath. According to the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, economic activity continues to expand—but only at a slow and uneven pace, with clear signs that momentum is fading across key sectors.Growth Without …

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• 17 April 2026 8:03 pm

  Oil Prices Sink 13% as Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz and Eases Shipping Tensions

  

  Oil prices plunged nearly 13% on Friday after Iran announced the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing fears of supply disruptions in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Market Reaction– U.S. crude dropped to $81.37 per barrel, down from $93.18 at the previous settlement. – Prices …

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• 17 April 2026 7:37 pm

  Hormuz Crisis Eases as Oil Drops and Markets Turn Risk-On

  

  Global markets are rapidly adjusting after the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy flows. The return of normal shipping activity has eased fears of prolonged supply disruptions, triggering a sharp unwind of the war-driven trade that had dominated investor sentiment. As flows normalize, markets …

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• 17 April 2026 5:59 pm

  Gold Climbs Above $4840 as Hormuz Reopening Weighs on Oil and Dollar

  

  Key Takeaways: Gold extends gains on easing tensions: Spot gold rose about 1.1% to trade near $4843 as improved geopolitical conditions lifted demand for safe-haven assets. Hormuz reopening calms energy markets: Iran confirmed uninterrupted commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz during the ceasefire, easing fears of supply disruptions. Oil …

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• 17 April 2026 5:22 pm

  Airbus Braces for Q1 2026 Turbulence as Supply Chain Snarls Ground Deliveries

  

  Key Takeaways: Revenue and Profit Slide: Total Q1 revenue is projected to fall 8% year-over-year to €12.4 billion, with adjusted EBIT plummeting to €311 million. Commercial Division Struggles: Aircraft deliveries are expected to drop to 114 (down from 136), driving a 13% decline in divisional revenue. The Handover Bottleneck: A …

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• 17 April 2026 4:29 pm

  Bitcoin Holds Steady Near $75,000 as Ceasefire Hopes Ignite Risk Rally; Grinex Exchange Hacked

  

  Key Takeaways: Bitcoin consolidates: The world’s largest cryptocurrency is hovering just below $75,000, setting up for a third consecutive weekly gain. Geopolitical risks ease: A U.S.-brokered 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has boosted global risk appetite, with hopes for renewed U.S.-Iran talks this weekend. Grinex cyberattack: Russia-linked exchange Grinex …

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• 17 April 2026 3:31 pm

  Bank of England Faces “Very Difficult” Rate Decisions Amid Middle East Energy Shock

  

  Key Takeaways: Measured approach: Governor Andrew Bailey confirmed the central bank will not rush into any interest rate decisions ahead of its crucial April 30 meeting. Vulnerable to energy spikes: The UK’s heavy reliance on gas leaves its economy particularly exposed to the “very big energy shock” stemming from the …

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