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March, 2026

• 19 March 2026 2:18 pm

  Oil Surges on Middle East Escalation as Supply Fears Intensify

  

  Oil prices jumped sharply on Thursday, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) briefly crossing the $100 per barrel mark, as escalating attacks on energy infrastructure heightened fears of prolonged supply disruptions in the Middle East. By 23:57 ET (03:57 GMT), Brent crude surged 4.3% to $111.97 per barrel, while WTI rose …

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• 19 March 2026 1:06 pm

  UK Labour Market Stabilises as Energy Risks Cloud Outlook

  

  The UK labour market showed signs of stabilization in February, with steady unemployment and stronger-than-expected job growth, even as rising energy costs threaten to weigh on the economic outlook. Unemployment held at 5.2%, below expectations of 5.3%, while payrolls increased by 20,000, outperforming forecasts for a decline of 5,000. Employment …

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• 19 March 2026 12:21 pm

  European Stocks Slide as Oil Surge and Rate Uncertainty Weigh on Sentiment

  

  European stock markets moved lower on Thursday, as investors turned cautious ahead of key central bank decisions and mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. By 04:17 ET (08:17 GMT), the pan-European Stoxx 600 fell 1.2%, while: Germany’s DAX dropped 1.6% France’s CAC 40 declined 1.1% The U.K.’s FTSE 100 …

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• 19 March 2026 12:16 pm

  Gold Struggles Below $5,000 as Fed Signals and Inflation Fears Weigh

  

  Gold prices edged slightly higher in Asian trading on Thursday but remained under pressure below key levels, as rising inflation concerns and uncertainty over interest rates continued to weigh on the metal. By 01:47 ET (05:47 GMT), spot gold rose 0.2% to $4,833.60 per ounce, while gold futures fell 1.3% …

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• 19 March 2026 11:33 am

  BOJ Holds Rates Steady, Warns of Oil-Driven Inflation Risks

  

  The Bank of Japan kept interest rates unchanged on Thursday, in line with expectations, while signaling growing caution over inflation risks tied to rising energy prices amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The central bank left its overnight call rate at 0.75%, with the decision backed by nearly all members …

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• 19 March 2026 2:20 am

  US Session – Market Driver: Key Assets React to Stronger USD, Climbing Oil Prices

  

  The US Dollar strengthened on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.50%–3.75%. While the move was widely anticipated, the central bank’s hawkish tone and projections of only two rate cuts across 2026 and 2027 gave the currency fresh momentum. Earlier in the North American …

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• 19 March 2026 12:57 am

  War in Iran to Keep BoE on Hold

  

  The ongoing conflict in Iran has sent shockwaves through global markets, with oil prices swinging wildly and central banks forced to reassess their next moves. Brent crude surged to $115 per barrel before retreating to $85, only to climb again to around $105—far above the $70 level seen before the …

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• 19 March 2026 12:33 am

  Dollar Surge Pushes Yen Toward Intervention Zone

  

  The US Dollar surged against the Japanese Yen on Wednesday, with the pair climbing close to 160.00 after the Federal Reserve signaled a cautious outlook on interest rates. The Fed kept policy unchanged and suggested only one rate cut for 2026, reinforcing expectations that borrowing costs will remain elevated for …

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• 18 March 2026 11:27 pm

  Powell’s Stark Warning: Inflation Clouds Loom Over Fed’s Path

  

  Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered a candid assessment of the U.S. economy, painting a picture of resilience mixed with uncertainty. He noted that consumer spending remains firm and business investment is expanding, yet housing activity continues to lag. Powell emphasized that labor demand has clearly weakened, though other labor …

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• 18 March 2026 10:50 pm

  Fed Holds the Line: Cautious Policy Signals Strength, But Inflation and Global Risks Loom

  

  The US Federal Reserve decided to leave its key interest rate unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% during its March meeting, signaling a cautious approach as the economy navigates mixed signals. At a post-meeting press conference, the Fed emphasized that the current policy stance remains appropriate, supporting steady economic growth while monitoring risks …

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• 18 March 2026 10:04 pm

  Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Middle East Tensions, Rising Oil Prices

  

  The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged for the second time this year, a move widely expected as global uncertainty and energy shocks weigh on the economy. The decision comes amid rising oil and gas prices, ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and a US job market showing …

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• 18 March 2026 9:46 pm

  Gold Dips Below $4,900 as PPI and Oil Push Dollar Higher

  

  Gold dropped sharply on Wednesday, falling below $4,900 as rising US inflation and higher oil prices strengthened the dollar. At the time of writing, XAU/USD traded at $4,898, down $107 or 2.14% on the day. Over the past week, gold has declined 3.64%, and its monthly loss stands at 2.36%, …

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• 18 March 2026 9:13 pm

  Looming ECB’s Rate Decision: Hawkish Signals Without Pulling the Trigger

  

  The European Central Bank is widely expected to hold interest rates steady at its upcoming meeting, keeping the deposit rate unchanged at 2.00% for a sixth consecutive time. But while the decision itself is unlikely to surprise anyone, all eyes will be on the tone — and there are growing …

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