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The U.S. dollar held steady near a two-month high on Thursday, June 4, 2026, supported by ongoing Middle East tensions and expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates higher for longer. The Dollar Index remained close to…
Gold prices rose on Thursday, 04 June 2026, recovering from the previous session’s losses as markets reacted to easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following a tentative ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon. At the s…
Global oil prices eased on Thursday, June 4, 2026, following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, which helped cool geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and shifted investor sentiment toward expectation…
Bitcoin declined sharply on Thursday, June 4, 2026, hitting a near four-month low as global cryptocurrency markets came under pressure from escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and sustained institutional outflows from Bitco…
June 3, 2026 — The OECD has revised its global economic outlook downward, warning that continued geopolitical tensions—particularly related to the conflict involving Iran—are weighing on global growth and increasing uncertainty for the wor…
June 3, 2026 — Goldman Sachs has reaffirmed its positive outlook on the Nordic telecom sector, maintaining Buy ratings on Telia Company, Telenor, and Tele2. The bank highlighted improving market discipline in Sweden as a key driver support…
June 3, 2026 — Asian currencies traded mostly steady on Wednesday as investors weighed escalating tensions in the Gulf region, potential new U.S. tariff measures, and renewed concerns that Japanese authorities could intervene to support th…
June 3, 2026 — Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday as investors weighed renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East against stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data, which reinforced expectations that the Federal Reser…
June 3, 2026 — Oil prices moved higher on Wednesday as fresh hostilities in the Middle East and stalled diplomatic efforts increased concerns about global energy supplies and shipping routes.Oil Extends Recent GainsBrent crude rose toward…
June 2, 2026 — Major Gulf stock markets traded in mixed territory on Tuesday as investors reacted cautiously to ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S.-Iran peace negotiations, while fluctuations in oil prices added to regional market volatil…
June 2, 2026 — Amazon confirmed that its annual Prime Day shopping event will take place from June 23 to June 26, marking a return to June scheduling for the first time since 2021 while maintaining its four-day format for Prime members.Pri…
June 2, 2026 — Goldman Sachs downgraded Ahold Delhaize to “Neutral” from “Buy,” citing concerns that potential changes to U.S. food assistance programs could create headwinds for the retailer’s American operations.Goldman Sachs Lowers Rati…
June 2, 2026 — U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Monday reducing tariffs on selected steel and aluminum derivative products, part of a broader effort to encourage industrial investment and strengthen domestic manufacturi…
June 2, 2026 — Japan's finance minister signaled that authorities remain prepared to respond to excessive currency market volatility as the yen hovered near the psychologically important 160-per-dollar threshold, a level closely monitored…
June 2, 2026 — The U.S. dollar held steady on Tuesday as investors assessed mixed signals surrounding negotiations between the United States and Iran, while uncertainty over the future of the Strait of Hormuz continued to influence currenc…
