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March, 2026

• 30 March 2026 4:42 pm

  Dollar Strengthens to Multi-Month High as Iran War Fuels Safe-Haven Demand

  

  The U.S. dollar advanced on Friday, putting it on track for its strongest monthly performance since July, as investors flocked to safe-haven assets amid escalating uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict. As of 17:28 ET (21:28 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which tracks the greenback against a basket of six major …

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• 30 March 2026 3:59 pm

  Iran Sets Conditions for Hormuz Talks as Conflict Escalates and Oil Risks Mount

  

  Iran has outlined strict conditions for any discussions over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, demanding security guarantees and recognition of its international rights from countries involved in recent military actions. Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref stated that any nation seeking negotiations must first commit to not invading Iran …

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• 30 March 2026 3:05 pm

  BOJ Warns of Rising Inflation Risks as Oil Prices Surge and Yen Weakens

  

  Japan’s underlying inflation could face stronger upward pressure than in previous cycles, as higher oil prices and a weaker yen increasingly feed into domestic pricing behavior, the Bank of Japan said in a staff analysis released on Monday. The findings highlight a potential shift in Japan’s inflation dynamics, with companies …

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• 30 March 2026 2:15 pm

  Bitcoin Stabilizes Near $67K as Geopolitical Risks and Regulatory Uncertainty Cap Gains

  

  Bitcoin edged higher on Monday, attempting to stabilize after a volatile weekend as investors remained cautious amid escalating geopolitical tensions and ongoing regulatory uncertainty in the United States. The world’s largest cryptocurrency rose 1.1% to $67,391.3 as of 03:10 ET (07:10 GMT), following a sharp pullback last week that pushed …

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• 30 March 2026 1:21 pm

  European Stocks Flat as Inflation Data Looms and Middle East Tensions Persist

  

  European equities traded in a narrow range on Monday, as investors remained cautious ahead of key inflation data and continued to monitor escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was largely unchanged at 574.98 points as of 08:09 GMT, reflecting a subdued market tone. Sector …

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• 30 March 2026 12:36 pm

  Trump Signals Progress in Iran Talks as Geopolitical Risks Persist

  

  U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that negotiations with Iran are advancing, raising the possibility of a near-term agreement even as tensions in the Middle East remain elevated. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said discussions were going “extremely well” and suggested that a deal with Tehran could be …

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• 30 March 2026 11:41 am

  Gold Stabilizes After Volatile Week as Geopolitical Risks Persist

  

  Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Monday, following a turbulent week marked by sharp swings as investors remained focused on the evolving conflict in the Middle East. Despite the modest rebound, uncertainty surrounding the outlook for the U.S.-Israel war on Iran continues to shape sentiment in bullion markets. …

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• 30 March 2026 10:55 am

  Oil Surges Above $115 as Middle East Conflict Escalates, Supply Disruptions Deepen, and Hormuz Strait Risks Intensify

  

  Oil prices rallied sharply on Monday, extending recent gains as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raised fears of broader supply disruptions. The latest move higher reflects growing concerns that the conflict is widening, with new actors entering the confrontation and little indication of near-term de-escalation. Brent crude futures …

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• 30 March 2026 12:37 am

  Weekly Summary: escalation against Iran and jobs data into focus

  

  Last week saw significant developments across geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, key economic indicators from major economies, and updates on monetary policy. Here’s a comprehensive overview. Geopolitical Tensions Lead Market Sentiment Geopolitical factors dominated market movements last week. The ongoing conflict involving Iran drove global prices of oil and …

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• 27 March 2026 11:18 pm

  March 2026 Market Snapshot: Labor Softens, Inflation Holds Steady, Volatility Rules

  

  February’s employment report, released early March, showed a clear pullback: nonfarm payrolls dropped by 92,000 jobs, well below expectations and marking the second consecutive month of weakness after revisions. The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.4%. This softening reflected broader caution among businesses, with reductions hitting health care (partly due …

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• 27 March 2026 10:23 pm

  Wall Street Slides Into Correction as Oil Shock and Geopolitical Fears Ignite Market Panic

  

  US equities came under heavy selling pressure on Friday, with major indexes extending their decline as investors reacted to escalating geopolitical tensions and surging energy prices. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell sharply, slipping into correction territory after dropping more than 10% from its recent peak. Broader markets also weakened, …

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• 27 March 2026 9:01 pm

  Europe’s Carmakers Race Into the Defense Economy

  

  A Strategic Shock Reshaping European Industry: Europe is no longer treating defense as a peripheral sector. It has become a central pillar of industrial policy and corporate strategy. Under pressure from slowing automotive demand, rising production costs, and intensifying geopolitical risks, major manufacturers are rapidly pivoting toward military production. What …

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• 27 March 2026 8:03 pm

  Sterling Under Pressure as Global Tensions Lift the Dollar

  

  The British Pound struggled to maintain momentum at the end of the week, hovering just above the 1.3300 level against the US Dollar as global uncertainty continued to dominate market sentiment. Despite holding this key threshold, the currency is on track for modest weekly losses, weighed down by a stronger …

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