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May, 2026

• 7 May 2026 7:12 pm

  Shell Profits Surge as War Disruptions Reshape Global Oil Markets

  

  Global energy markets were jolted in the first quarter of 2026 as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East sent oil prices higher and reshaped trading flows across the industry. In this volatile environment, Shell reported stronger-than-expected earnings, driven largely by elevated energy prices and a sharp increase in trading activity …

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• 7 May 2026 3:59 pm

  Bitcoin Pulls Back from Peaks: Saylor’s Sale Threat Cools Rally Even as Iran Peace Hopes Fuel Risk Assets

  

  Key Takeaways Bitcoin retreats: The world’s largest crypto fell 0.7% to $80,951.3, dipping from three-month highs. April winning streak: Bitcoin surged nearly 12% in April on bargain buying and Iran de-escalation hopes. Strategy’s sale threat: Top corporate holder Strategy Inc said it may sell some Bitcoin to fund dividend payments. …

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• 7 May 2026 2:58 pm

  European Stocks Pause After Wednesday’s Iran Peace Surge: Shell Sinks on Buyback Cut While Arm Soars 13%

  

  Key Takeaways Modest pullback: The Stoxx 600 dipped 0.2%, Germany’s DAX fell 0.2%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 slipped 0.7%, while France’s CAC 40 held mostly flat. Talks restarting in Pakistan: Washington and Tehran are reportedly working with mediators on a one-page framework, with discussions set to kick off next …

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• 7 May 2026 1:56 pm

  Gold Powers Higher for Third Day: Iran Peace Hopes Crush Inflation Fears as Bullion Eyes Major Rally

  

  Key Takeaways Gold extends rally: Spot gold rose 1% to $4,736.61 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures for June climbed 1.1% to $4,746.86 — building on Wednesday’s 3%+ surge. Biggest daily jump since March: Wednesday’s surge marked the largest single-day gain in over a month. Iran deal driving the rally: …

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• 7 May 2026 12:29 pm

  Iran Deal D-Day: Tehran Set to Deliver Verdict as Saudi Backlash Forced Trump to Abandon Hormuz Push

  

  Key Takeaways Thursday deadline: Iran is expected to deliver its response to the U.S. peace proposal to mediators by Thursday, per CNN citing a regional source. One-page deal: Reports indicate Washington and Tehran are closing in on a memorandum to end the war and frame nuclear talks. Pakistan progress: Both …

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• 7 May 2026 11:32 am

  Oil Steadies After 7% Plunge: Iran Deal Countdown Meets Smaller-Than-Expected U.S. Inventory Drop

  

  Key Takeaways Mild rebound: Brent crude rose 0.3% to $101.55 per barrel, while WTI also gained 0.3% to $95.37 — both stabilizing after Wednesday’s brutal selloff. Massive Wednesday slide: Both contracts crashed more than 7% in the previous session on peace deal hopes. One-page deal nears: Axios reported the White …

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• 7 May 2026 9:32 am

  Oil Slides as Trump Pauses “Project Freedom”: Hormuz Diplomatic Breakthrough Hopes Trump Tight U.S. Supply

  

  Key Takeaways Crude extends losses: Brent oil futures fell 1.2% to $108.60 per barrel, while WTI dropped 1.4% to $100.88 — extending Tuesday’s 4% slide. Project Freedom paused: Trump announced the operation to restore Hormuz shipping will be temporarily halted as diplomatic talks progress. Blockade stays: Despite the pause, Trump …

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• 7 May 2026 2:01 am

  NFP Countdown: Markets on Edge as Jobs Report Nears Post-Tariff Turning Point

  

  Global markets are heading into a tense countdown ahead of the upcoming U.S. jobs report, one of the most closely watched economic events of the month. The April employment data, set for release on Friday, is the first to capture labor conditions after the recent tariff changes, making it a …

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• 7 May 2026 1:39 am

  Crypto Market Gains Strength as Galaxy Digital Taps Bitcoin Upswing

  

  Shares of Galaxy Digital have surged back into the spotlight after the company delivered stronger-than-expected quarterly results, fueling renewed optimism across crypto-related equities.The company reported revenue ahead of market expectations while also posting a narrower loss, signaling improving operating conditions as digital asset markets recover from last year’s volatility. Investor …

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• 7 May 2026 12:19 am

  Golden Revival: XAU Surges Toward Two-Week High on Global Diplomacy Hopes

  

  Gold prices experienced a significant resurgence this Wednesday, climbing toward a two-week peak as shifting geopolitical winds reignited investor confidence. The precious metal’s recovery is part of a broader trend of volatility, reflected in its **daily gain of over 3%**, a steady **weekly climb of approximately 1.5%**, and a **monthly …

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• 6 May 2026 11:30 pm

  DXY Slides as Middle East Peace Hopes Shake Safe-Haven Demand

  

  The U.S. dollar weakened sharply as rising optimism surrounding a potential peace agreement between Washington and Tehran boosted investor confidence and reduced demand for traditional safe-haven assets.The U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of major currencies, fell to its lowest level in nearly two and a …

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• 6 May 2026 10:51 pm

  AI Mania and Peace Hopes Ignite Wall Street Rally to Historic Highs

  

  U.S. stock markets climbed to fresh record highs as investors poured back into technology shares, fueled by growing excitement surrounding artificial intelligence and improving sentiment over easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.The rally pushed major indexes higher, with the tech-heavy market once again leading the charge as investors embraced …

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• 6 May 2026 10:07 pm

  Brink of Peace or Edge of Fire? High-Stakes Diplomacy Grips the Middle East

  

  The Middle East stands at a critical crossroads as the United States and Iran engage in a high-stakes game of diplomatic “chicken.” Following weeks of intensified conflict and a crippling naval blockade, reports suggest the two nations are inching toward a potential memorandum of understanding. However, the path to peace …

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