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Oil prices gained despite Trump's proposed Venezuela deal as traders remained skeptical due to crude incompatibility with the SPR and prolonged development timelines. Escalating US-Iran tensions and …
Crude oil prices slumped as investors booked profits following six sessions of gains, while the U.S. launched severe sanctions against Iran under 'Operation Economic Outcast.' Despite escalating Midd…
The British pound remains stable against the dollar as markets monitor U.S.-Iran peace talks. While Britain faces energy-related economic risks, the pound finds support from interest rate expectation…
Canadian dollar weakened 0.2% to 1.3822, its lowest since April 13, as retail sales grew 0.9% in March driven by higher gasoline prices from Iran war tensions. Softer inflation data reduced Bank of C…
Bitcoin edges lower as oil prices retreat after a Kurdistan export deal. Cryptos remain supported amid Middle East tensions and energy price volatility, with inflows into US Bitcoin ETFs stabilizing …
Dollar steadied amid Iran war uncertainty and energy price volatility, with cautious market sentiment weighing on risk assets and limiting strong forex moves.
Asian markets surged led by South Korea's KOSPI with easing Middle East tensions supporting risk appetite. China set a moderate 2026 growth target, while energy prices rose amid geopolitical risks, k…
OPEC+ pauses output hikes amid 2026 glut fears and Brent prices at $60-$70. Cold winter forecasts boost gas demand, pressuring energy markets. Russia and India’s oil ties remain strong despite sancti…
A Currie & Brown report warns global construction uncertainty will erase $2.5T in activity, with 13.7% of project pipelines lost, driving delays, cancellations and rising costs across supply chains a…