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U.S. Iran and Israel – What do we Know and What May Happen
The conflict that erupted on February 28, 2026, has entered a phase that could be described as “diplomacy under fire.”…
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Forecasting the upcoming week: Hawkish Fed meets escalating Iran war
The US Dollar (USD)i weakened this week, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) slipping back below 100.00 to 99.60 on Friday…
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Will Europe slide into a recession?
The turmoil in commodity markets, driven by events in the Middle East, is not great news for the global economy.…
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Market Overview
Tensions in the Middle East remain high, with further exchanges of missile and drone attacks occurring across the region. Yesterday’s…
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The Week Ahead Can central banks look through the oil price spike?
At the start of this week, European and US stock futures are eking out gains, the oil price is higher…
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U.S. President Donald Trump increases pressure on allies over strait of Hormuz—FT
US President Donald Trump warned that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) faces a “very bad” future if US allies fail…
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US strikes military targets on Kharg Island – Iran’s main oil hub
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the US struck military targets at a strategic Iranian outpost in the…
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Forecasting the upcoming week: Iran war keeps Oil in focus as markets reassess Fed outlook
The US Dollar (USD) is ending the week on a firmer stance as the US/Israeli war against Iran closes in…
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The Question – Why Are Equities “Holding up” During This Crisis
As war rages on in the Middle East there is a growing sense that equities are too calm and are…
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Chubb to Insure Ships Crossing The Strait of Hormuz
US insurance giant Chubb (CB.US) has been designated as the lead insurer in a program supported by the U.S. International Development Finance…
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