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The nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve could signal a dramatic shift in the U.S. central bank’s approach to interest rates, even amid rising global oil prices triggered by the conflict in Iran. If confirmed by the Senate, Warsh would replace Jerome Powell when …
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15 May, 2026 11:54 pm
Why It Matters: UAE Strengthens Energy Exports With Strategic Pipeline Bypassing Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates is moving to reshape its energy export strategy with the construction of a …
15 May, 2026 10:52 pm
Fragile Pause in the World’s Biggest Economic Rivalry After Leaders’ Talks
The trade relationship between the United States and China, the world’s two largest economies, remai…
15 May, 2026 9:46 pm
Carry Trades Roar Back as Interest Rate Gaps Drive G10 Currency Rally
Currency carry trades are enjoying their strongest performance in years as investors return to high-…
15 May, 2026 8:54 pm
British Pound Slides as UK Political Turmoil and Iran Tensions Boost US Dollar
The British Pound extended its sharp decline on Friday, heading toward its fourth consecutive daily …
15 May, 2026 7:47 pm
WTI Oil Surges Above $100 as Trump-Xi Summit Intensifies Supply Concerns
West Texas Intermediate crude climbed above the key $100-per-barrel level on Friday, as markets reac…
15 May, 2026 7:07 pm
Euro Slides Toward Monthly Lows as Hawkish Fed Bets Strengthen US Dollar
The Euro weakened further against the US Dollar on Friday, with the EUR/USD pair falling toward its …
15 May, 2026 4:46 pm
Oil Erupts Over 2% as Trump Declares War of Words on Iran: Weekly Gains Hit 10% Despite Xi Summit Charm Offensive
Key Takeaways Sharp Friday gains: Brent crude rose 2.8% to $108.65 per barrel, while WTI surged 3.4%…
15 May, 2026 3:53 pm
Trump-Xi Summit Wraps with “Series of New Consensus” — But Concrete Deals Remain a Mystery
Key Takeaways Second round concluded: Trump and Xi wrapped their second round of talks Friday, per C…
15 May, 2026 2:53 pm
Wall Street Futures Tumble as Iran War Threats and Chip Export Snub Crush Record-High Mood
Key Takeaways Futures fall sharply: S&P 500 futures dropped 1.1% to 7,440.50, Nasdaq 100 futures…
15 May, 2026 12:49 pm
Gold Crumbles for Fourth Straight Day: Hot U.S. Data Crushes Rate Cut Hopes as Trump Vows Iran “Military Decimation”
Key Takeaways Sharp decline: Spot gold fell 1.6% to $4,578.74 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures sli…
Market Analysis
March, 2026
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5 March 2026 6:03 pm
US Jobless Claims Hold Steady as Dollar Gains Ground
The latest report from the United States Department of Labor reveals that initial jobless claims remained stable at 213,000 for the week ending February 28, slightly below expectations of 215,000. This figure matches the previous week’s revised number, signaling a consistent trend in new unemployment filings.Meanwhile, the four-week moving average …
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5 March 2026 5:25 pm
NFP Preview: US Payrolls Signal Labor Stability, Bolstering Fed Pause Bets
February US payrolls indicate a continued stabilization in the labor market, supporting expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain its current interest rate stance. Nonfarm payrolls (NFP) are estimated to have slowed to 60,000 new jobs in February, down from January’s unexpectedly strong gain of 130,000. Private sector jobs contribute …
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5 March 2026 4:19 pm
U.S. Stock Futures Edge Lower as Iran Conflict Weighs on Market Sentiment
U.S. stock index futures moved slightly lower on Thursday as investors remained cautious amid the escalating conflict involving Iran, despite gains on Wall Street in the previous session. As of 05:35 ET (10:35 GMT), Dow Jones Futures fell 55 points, or 0.1%, while S&P 500 Futures and Nasdaq 100 Futures …
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5 March 2026 2:28 pm
Gold Holds Steady as Stronger Dollar Caps Gains Despite Rising Middle East Tensions
Gold prices traded largely flat on Thursday, giving up earlier gains as the U.S. dollar rebounded, while ongoing conflict in the Middle East continued to support safe-haven demand for the precious metal. By 01:31 ET (06:31 GMT), spot gold was little changed at $5,142.98 per ounce, after climbing nearly 1% …
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5 March 2026 1:28 pm
European Stocks Slip as Middle East Conflict Tests Global Economic Resilience
European stocks traded lower on Thursday as investors cautiously monitored the escalating conflict in the Middle East, which has now entered its sixth day and continues to fuel uncertainty across global markets. By 03:02 ET (08:02 GMT), Germany’s DAX fell 0.4%, France’s CAC 40 declined 0.4%, and the UK’s FTSE …
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5 March 2026 12:22 pm
Widespread Power Outage Hits Cuba as Energy Crisis Deepens
A widespread power outage struck most of Cuba on Wednesday, including the capital Havana, after a failure at the country’s largest thermoelectric plant, highlighting the fragile state of the island’s electricity system. State power utility Unión Eléctrica (UNE) said the blackout was triggered by an unexpected shutdown at the Antonio …
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5 March 2026 11:34 am
Oil Surges Above $84 as Middle East War Enters Sixth Day and Hormuz Risks Intensify
Oil prices jumped sharply in Asian trading on Thursday as the conflict in the Middle East entered its sixth day with no clear signs of de-escalation, fueling fears of significant supply disruptions from one of the world’s most critical energy-producing regions. By 01:01 ET (06:01 GMT), Brent crude futures rose …
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5 March 2026 4:03 am
A High-Stakes Moment for Labor Market: Jobs Data Still Rules Even as War Clouds the Outlook
Global markets are entering a critical phase as investors brace for the release of the U.S. non-farm payrolls report for February. Despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, employment data remains one of the most powerful drivers of market sentiment, shaping expectations for economic momentum and future interest-rate decisions.The …
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5 March 2026 1:34 am
From Fear to FOMO in a Single Session: Bitcoin Roars Back Above $71,000 as Market Mood Flips Fast
Bitcoin delivered a powerful rebound on Wednesday, vaulting back above the $71,000 level and recording its strongest performance in weeks, even as geopolitical tensions remained elevated. The sharp move highlighted how quickly sentiment in the crypto market can reverse once selling pressure fades and confidence begins to rebuild.At the time …
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5 March 2026 12:10 am
Gold and Silver Surge as War Jitters Grip Markets and Safe-Haven Demand Returns
Gold and silver rebounded strongly as escalating geopolitical tensions pushed investors back toward traditional safe-haven assets. After days of heavy volatility, renewed uncertainty revived demand for precious metals, reinforcing their role as protection during periods of global stress.Gold prices climbed back above $5,100 per ounce, recovering from a sharp pullback …
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4 March 2026 10:50 pm
War, Energy, and Markets: How the Middle East Conflict Is Rippling Through the Global Economy
The widening conflict in the Middle East is rapidly becoming a defining test for the global economy, with its ultimate impact hinging on how long the fighting lasts, how much damage it inflicts, and whether energy price shocks fade quickly or become entrenched. Policymakers and markets alike are watching a …
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4 March 2026 9:24 pm
Wall Street Finds Its Footing as Oil Cools and Economic Signals Improve
U.S. stocks staged a broad rebound on Wednesday, recovering from two days of sharp swings as oil prices eased and fresh economic data offered reassurance about growth. The turnaround helped calm investors rattled by escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly fears tied to the conflict involving Iran.Major indexes climbed steadily through midday …
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