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Oil prices surge above $112 as Gulf attacks rattle markets

Asian stock markets fell sharply on Thursday as escalating attacks on energy infrastructure in the Gulf pushed oil prices higher, while the US Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan held interest rates steady amid rising economic uncertainty. Oil prices jumped after strikes targeting key facilities across......

Dollar index rises above 100 as Iran conflict fuels safe haven demand

The US dollar index climbed above the 100 mark on Wednesday, gaining about 5 percent from its late January low, as escalating tensions in the Middle East and a more restrictive Federal Reserve stance drove investors toward the dollar as a safe haven. The move marks a sharp reversal for a currency that......

Global markets fall sharply as Fed stance and tensions weigh

Global financial markets declined on March 18, 2026, after stronger than expected US producer price data and a cautious Federal Reserve stance reinforced concerns about persistent inflation and slowing growth. Major US stock indices posted significant losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped......

Bank of Japan holds rates as oil shock raises inflation risks

The Bank of Japan kept its interest rates unchanged on Thursday, warning that rising oil prices linked to the Middle East conflict could push up underlying inflation and complicate policy decisions. The central bank maintained its short-term policy rate at 0.75 percent following a two-day meeting, in......

Bank of Canada holds rates amid energy price concerns

The Bank of Canada announced on Wednesday that it would keep its key policy rate unchanged, signaling caution amid rising global energy prices. Governor Tiff Macklem emphasized that the central bank remains ready to raise rates if higher energy costs risk fueling persistent inflation. The Bank has maintained......

Euro falls below 1.1500 as traders await Fed and ECB decisions

The euro weakened against the US dollar, slipping below the 1.1500 level on Tuesday as markets positioned ahead of key policy decisions from the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank. The EUR/USD pair closed near 1.1491 after opening at 1.1505, marking its lowest level in seven months. The Federal......

Fed signals possible rate hikes as oil shock rattles global markets

Global financial markets ended a turbulent week as surging oil prices and escalating tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran triggered widespread investor anxiety and renewed concerns about inflation. Wall Street closed sharply lower on Friday after a volatile trading session. The Dow Jones......

US dollar pares gains after February payrolls fall short of expectations

The U.S. dollar eased against major currencies on Friday after official data revealed an unexpected drop in payrolls for February, raising speculation that the Federal Reserve may lower interest rates sooner than anticipated. Weak jobs data According to government statistics, the U.S. economy lost......

Bank of Canada signals rate hikes may be needed even amid weak economy

The Bank of Canada indicated on Monday that interest rate increases may sometimes be necessary even when economic growth is slow. The move reflects concerns about structural changes in the economy that could result from unexpected supply shocks. Deputy Governor Sharon Kozicki highlighted that protectionist......

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