European stocks edged lower at the start of trading on Thursday as oil prices briefly surged above $100 per barrel, driven by ongoing disruptions to shipping routes linked to the conflict involving Iran. By 04:04 ET (08:04 GMT), the pan-European Stoxx 600 index fell 0.4%, while Germany’s DAX declined 0.2%, …
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Hormuz Tensions Ignite Inflation Fears, Casting Shadow Over the US Dollar
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Market Analysis
March, 2026
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12 March 2026 12:41 pm
Gold Slips as Dollar and Oil Rally Amid Escalating Iran Conflict
Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Thursday, returning to a trading range seen over the past week as escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran boosted the U.S. dollar and oil prices, limiting the metal’s upside. By 01:33 ET (05:33 GMT), spot gold fell 0.6% to $5,147.05 …
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12 March 2026 11:40 am
Oil Surges Toward $100 as Tanker Attacks Intensify Supply Fears in Iran Conflict
Oil prices jumped sharply in Asian trading on Thursday, briefly climbing above the key $100 per barrel level as escalating disruptions to global energy supplies fueled market anxiety during the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. By 01:03 ET (05:03 GMT), Brent crude futures rose 7.6% to $99.00 per barrel, while …
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12 March 2026 1:31 am
Oil Prices Soar Amid Middle East Tensions
As the conflict in the Middle East intensifies, global energy markets are on edge, and drivers in the U.S. are facing higher fuel bills for the 11th consecutive day. The combination of military strikes and geopolitical uncertainty is pushing oil prices upward and rattling investors worldwide.Gas Prices Climb RelentlesslyOn Wednesday, …
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12 March 2026 12:39 am
Strait Tensions Send Wall Street into a Tailspin
Wednesday on Wall Street told a story of oil, uncertainty, and the fragile balance between fear and resilience. As missiles streaked and tankers burned in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. markets ended the day split: the Dow dropped 289 points to 47,417, the S&P 500 slipped 0.08% to 6,775, while …
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11 March 2026 11:41 pm
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Altcoins Navigate a Defining Year for Crypto
The cryptocurrency market has entered a defining phase in 2026. What was once largely a speculative frontier is steadily transforming into a structured financial ecosystem with deeper institutional participation and growing global relevance. Yet this evolution brings a new challenge: as the industry matures, the risks surrounding it are becoming …
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11 March 2026 10:27 pm
Markets Look Past the War — but Inflation Remains Fed’s Real Battle
Even if geopolitical tensions begin to ease, the economic battle against inflation is far from over. For policymakers, the challenge ahead may prove even more complicated than the crisis that initially shook global markets. While signs of stabilizing prices have emerged, uncertainty surrounding energy costs and global growth continues to …
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11 March 2026 9:06 pm
Stocks Drift Lower While Yields and Dollar Gain After CPI Data
Financial markets moved cautiously after the latest U.S. inflation report, with stocks edging lower, bond yields drifting higher, and the U.S. dollar gaining modest strength. The overall reaction was relatively muted, suggesting investors had largely anticipated the data and are now waiting for clearer signals about the direction of interest …
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11 March 2026 7:36 pm
IEA Announces Historic Release of 400 Million Barrels as Middle East Tensions Rattle Oil Markets
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has unveiled the largest coordinated release of strategic oil reserves in history, making 400 million barrels available to the global market. The unprecedented move comes as escalating tensions in the Middle East disrupt energy supplies and push prices higher. Coordinated Action to Stabilize MarketsIEA member …
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11 March 2026 6:27 pm
Oracle Shares Jump on Strong Cloud Growth and Earnings Beat
Oracle Corporation is making waves on the market after reporting third-quarter fiscal results that exceeded expectations. The company’s cloud business continues to drive growth, boosting both revenue and profit, and giving investors renewed confidence in its long-term trajectory.Cloud Momentum Drives RevenueOracle posted revenue of $17.2 billion, topping forecasts, while earnings …
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11 March 2026 5:21 pm
Gold Slips as Dollar and Oil Rally Amid Escalating Iran Conflict
Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Thursday, returning to a trading range seen over the past week as escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran boosted the U.S. dollar and oil prices, limiting the metal’s upside. By 01:33 ET (05:33 GMT), spot gold fell 0.6% to $5,147.05 …
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11 March 2026 4:38 pm
U.S. Inflation Holds Steady in February as CPI Meets Expectations
U.S. consumer prices rose in line with expectations in February, suggesting inflation pressures remained relatively stable despite ongoing economic uncertainty. According to data released by the U.S. Labor Department on Wednesday, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 2.4% year-on-year in February, matching both the previous month’s reading and economists’ forecasts. …
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11 March 2026 3:36 pm
Oil Falls as IEA Plans Record Emergency Reserve Release Amid Iran Conflict
Oil prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday after reports that the International Energy Agency (IEA) is preparing the largest emergency oil reserve release in its history to counter supply disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict involving Iran. By 00:55 ET (05:55 GMT), Brent crude futures for May delivery dropped …
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