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April, 2026

• 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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• 17 April 2026 3:02 pm

  EU Trade Surplus Plummets 60% as Exports to the U.S. Tumble Under Tariff Pressure

  

  Key Takeaways: Surplus collapse: The European Union’s trade surplus cratered by 60% in February, driven by a massive pullback in transatlantic trade. U.S. exports plummet: Shipments to the United States fell by a staggering 26.4%, reflecting the severe impact of recent trade policies. Base effect distortions: The sharp year-over-year decline …

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• 17 April 2026 2:21 pm

  Netflix Shares Tumble 10% on Weak Q2 Guidance and Co-Founder Reed Hastings’ Exit

  

  Key Takeaways: Q2 Guidance Miss: Shares plunged nearly 10% premarket after Q2 2026 profit and revenue forecasts fell short of Wall Street expectations. Leadership Shakeup: Co-founder and Chairman Reed Hastings announced his departure after 29 years to focus on philanthropy. Q1 Earnings Beat: Despite the weak outlook, Q1 earnings and …

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• 17 April 2026 1:16 pm

  Silver Surges on AI Demand and Looming Deficits as Gold Stabilizes Amid Middle East Truce

  

  Key Takeaways: Silver steals the show: Spot silver jumped 3.6% this week, fueled by forecasts of a widening supply deficit and surging demand from the artificial intelligence sector. Gold maintains a tight range: Bullion is tracking for a mild 0.9% weekly gain, caught between safe-haven appeal and fears of energy-driven …

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• 17 April 2026 12:31 pm

  Oil Extends Losses as Trump Brokers 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Truce, Igniting Broad Middle East Peace Hopes

  

  Key Takeaways: Crude continues its slide: Brent slips 1.1% to $98.32 and WTI drops 1.3% to $89.95, putting both benchmarks on track for weekly losses exceeding 3%. Diplomatic breakthrough: President Donald Trump announces a 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, inviting key leaders to the White House for further talks. Iran tensions cool, …

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• 17 April 2026 3:50 am

  Israel and Lebanon Agree to Trump’s Pause Amid Rising Tensions

  

  A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is set to take effect, marking a brief pause in a conflict that has intensified over recent weeks. The agreement, announced by Donald Trump, is expected to last for 10 days and aims to halt fighting while diplomatic efforts continue.A Short Pause in …

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• 17 April 2026 2:36 am

  PepsiCo Stock Gains Momentum as Lower Prices Bring Shoppers Back

  

  PepsiCo delivered a strong start to the year, reporting better-than-expected earnings and revenue as its strategy to lower snack prices and refresh its product lineup began to pay off. The results pushed the company’s stock higher, signaling renewed investor confidence after a challenging period marked by shifting consumer behavior and …

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• 17 April 2026 1:13 am

  US Bessent Reaffirms Global Trade Alliances

  

  US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has taken a decisive step in reaffirming America’s economic policies and strengthening international alliances. In a series of high-level meetings with global counterparts, Bessent emphasized the nation’s commitment to revitalizing trade relations and securing critical resources.Focus on Strategic Trade DealsCentral to these discussions was the …

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