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May, 2026

• 13 May 2026 9:47 pm

  Pound Slides as Starmer Pressure and US Inflation Fears Boost the Dollar

  

  The British Pound remained under pressure against the US Dollar as investors reacted to a powerful mix of rising US inflation, strong Treasury yields, and growing political uncertainty in the United Kingdom. The currency has struggled to regain momentum in recent sessions, with the Dollar continuing to attract safe-haven demand …

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• 13 May 2026 8:42 pm

  Oil Prices Hold Above $100 as Supply Risks and Inflation Fears Keep Markets on Edge

  

  Global oil prices remained near the crucial $100-per-barrel mark on Wednesday, reflecting growing concerns over tightening supplies, geopolitical tensions, and rising inflation pressures across the global economy. US crude was trading around $101.85, holding close to recent highs despite some market volatility during the session.Middle East tensions continue to support …

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• 13 May 2026 7:48 pm

  PPI Data Shock: Why the Dow Jones is Falling and What it Means for Fed Interest Rates

  

  Hot US inflation data sparks fresh market anxiety as Wall Street comes under pressure. Wall Street came under renewed pressure on Wednesday after a surprisingly strong US inflation report reignited fears that interest rates could stay higher for longer. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped as investors …

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• 13 May 2026 5:12 pm

  U.S. Producer Prices Erupt 1.4% — Biggest Jump Since 2022 as Iran War Energy Shock Sets Inflation on Fire

  

  Key Takeaways Massive PPI surge: Producer prices rose 1.4% month-on-month in April — nearly triple the 0.5% expected. Largest since 2022: It was the biggest monthly increase since March 2022, during the post-COVID inflation surge. March revised higher: The prior month’s rate was lifted to 0.7%. Annual jump: PPI soared …

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• 13 May 2026 4:38 pm

  Oil Pulls Back After 3-Day Surge: Aramco Warns Market Won’t Recover Until 2027 as Trump Lands in Beijing

  

  Key Takeaways Modest retreat: Brent crude fell 0.5% to $107.26 per barrel, while WTI slipped 0.7% to $101.44. Three-day rally fades: Both contracts had jumped more than 3% Tuesday, but remain well above pre-war levels of around $70. Ceasefire on “life support”: Trump’s stark warning continues to weigh on sentiment …

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• 13 May 2026 3:33 pm

  Gold Slips as Dollar Firms Ahead of Trump-Xi Showdown: Can Beijing Break the Iran Deadlock?

  

  Key Takeaways Gold edges down: Spot gold slipped 0.4% to $4,699.10 per ounce, while gold futures rose 0.4% to $4,706.72. Tuesday’s pullback: Bullion fell 0.4% in the previous session on a stronger dollar and hot inflation readings. Iran negotiations on “life support”: Trump’s warning continues to weigh on sentiment after …

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• 13 May 2026 1:48 pm

  Trump Brings Tech Titans to Beijing: Nvidia’s Huang, Tesla’s Musk, and Apple’s Cook Join Historic China Showdown

  

  Key Takeaways Star-studded delegation: Trump confirmed Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and Apple CEO Tim Cook are aboard Air Force One. CEO lineup expands: The delegation also includes leaders of Blackstone, BlackRock, Boeing, Cargill, Citi, GE Aerospace, Goldman Sachs, Micron, and Qualcomm. Trump’s first ask: The president …

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• 13 May 2026 12:32 pm

  European Stocks Climb as Trump Heads to Beijing Showdown: Can Xi Save the Iran Peace Deal?

  

  Key Takeaways Broad-based gains: The Stoxx 600 rose 0.7%, Germany’s DAX gained 0.6%, France’s CAC 40 added 0.2%, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 climbed 0.8%. Historic summit looms: Trump will meet face-to-face with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping later this week, with trade and Taiwan on the agenda. Iran could steal …

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• 13 May 2026 11:37 am

  Trump’s Tariff Bonanza Backfires: $35.5 Billion Refund Tsunami Hits Treasury After Supreme Court Smackdown

  

  Key Takeaways Massive refund push: The Trump administration is processing more than $35.5 billion in tariff refunds to importers after the Supreme Court struck down his tariff policy. Interest included: Payments cover duties paid across more than 8 million import entries, with interest added to refund amounts. CAPE portal handles …

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• 13 May 2026 10:49 am

  Asian Currencies Stall as Hot U.S. Inflation Crushes Rate Cut Hopes: Trump-Xi Summit and Iran War Loom Large

  

  Key Takeaways DXY firms: The dollar index held near a one-week high after rising 0.4% on Tuesday. CPI shock: U.S. consumer prices rose 3.8% year-on-year in April — the biggest annual increase since May 2023 and above expectations. Rate cut bets evaporate: Investors have priced out expectations of any Fed …

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• 13 May 2026 9:59 am

  Gold Treads Water as Iran Talks Collapse Meets Hot CPI Shock: Trump-Xi Summit the Next Make-or-Break Moment

  

  Key Takeaways Mixed gold action: Spot gold edged down 0.2% to $4,705.50 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures rose 0.6% to $4,713.00. Tuesday’s pullback: Bullion fell 0.4% on a firmer dollar and elevated inflation readings. Negotiations on “life support”: Trump’s warning followed Tehran’s rejection of the U.S.-backed peace proposal. Hormuz …

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• 13 May 2026 9:31 am

  Oil Eases After Three-Day Rally: EIA Warns Hormuz to Stay Shut Until Late May as Trump-Xi Summit Looms

  

  Key Takeaways Modest pullback: Brent crude fell 0.4% to $107.36 per barrel, while WTI eased 0.3% to $101.91 — following Tuesday’s 3%+ surge. Three days of gains: Both contracts had rallied for three consecutive sessions. Ceasefire on “life support”: Trump’s rejection of Iran’s response to peace proposals continues to keep …

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• 13 May 2026 1:34 am

  Trump’s China Visit Takes Center Stage as Iran War Reshapes Global Politics

  

  The Middle East conflict pushes Washington and Beijing toward a critical moment. The escalating Iran conflict is rapidly transforming the global political landscape, placing new pressure on both Washington and Beijing as President Donald Trump prepares for a high-stakes visit to China. What was once expected to focus largely on …

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