Dollar weakens to six-week lows as oil drops sharply on US-Iran optimism, easing inflation pressure
Dollar hits 6-week low as oil drops on US-Iran talks, easing inflation fears; markets expect Fed to hold rates, but risks remain.
US stocks climb to multi-week highs as Iran de-escalation hopes and earnings divergence reshape market sentiment
US stocks hit multi-week highs on Iran de-escalation hopes and mixed earnings, with tech and asset managers leading gains amid sector divergence.
Gulf stocks extend gains led by Saudi Arabia and Dubai as liquidity broadens and regional momentum strengthens
Gulf stocks rose, led by Saudi Arabia and Dubai, on strong liquidity and broad participation; Abu Dhabi stayed flat amid improved regional sentiment.
BlackRock shifts back to US equities as Iran war seen contained and AI earnings drive market optimism
BlackRock turns bullish on US stocks, citing contained Iran conflict and strong AI-driven earnings, especially in semiconductors.
China oil and gas imports fall as Hormuz disruption tightens energy flows and reshapes supply access
China's oil and gas imports fell in March due to Gulf disruptions, highlighting rising supply risks and a shift to prioritize domestic energy security
China trade data signals supply shock shift as exports slow and imports surge on energy-driven uncertainty
China's exports slowed while imports surged in March, reflecting a shift to supply security amid global energy and trade disruptions.
US home sales drop as mortgage rates rise
US home sales fell to June lows as rising mortgage rates, driven by Iran-linked energy shocks, hurt affordability and suppress demand.
Yen weakens toward 160 per dollar as oil surge and geopolitical tensions limit BOJ policy flexibility
Yen nears 160 per dollar as oil surge and tensions strain BOJ policy, raising intervention risks and complicating inflation-growth balance.
US – Australia $600M rare earths push targets supply chain security as global competition intensifies
US and Australia offer $600M for rare earths refinery to boost supply chain security and reduce reliance on China.
Global markets fall as Iran ceasefire doubts lift oil, hit equities, and expose industrial slowdown risks
Global markets fell as Iran ceasefire doubts drove oil higher, hit equities, and exposed risks of industrial slowdown and rising inflation.
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