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May 26, 2026 - SoftBank Group Shares Hit Record High on AI and Arm Boost. SoftBank Group Corp. shares rose sharply on Tuesday, reaching a record high as investor optimism around artificial intelligence (AI) and the company’s exposure to chi…
Gold prices declined during Asian trading on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, after fresh U.S. military strikes on Iran reduced expectations of a potential peace agreement between Washington and Tehran, putting pressure on precious metals markets. Go…
May 26, 2026 — U.S. crude futures fell sharply during trading after reports of possible progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. US Crude F…
​ May 25, 2026 — Oil prices fell sharply in global markets as optimism grew over potential peace negotiations between the United States and Iran, easing concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East. Oil Prices Drop on Peace Deal Exp…
​ May 25, 2026 — Gold prices remained confined within a narrow trading range as market participants assessed conflicting technical signals and awaited a potential breakout on short-term charts. The metal’s price action continues to reflect…
​ May 25, 2026 — Silver futures are trading within a tight consolidation range as conflicting technical signals continue to dominate short-term market direction. Analysts describe current price action as a balance between bullish and bearis…
​ May 25, 2026 — Oil prices recorded steep losses at the start of the week as investors reacted to reports suggesting progress toward a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran. The decline came despite ongoing disagreem…
May 18, 2026, brought fresh turbulence to energy markets as oil prices surged after a drone strike targeted a UAE nuclear facility. The latest escalation around Gulf infrastructure pushed Brent crude to a two-week high and revived fears of…
​ May 18, 2026, brought another sharp move in gold prices as investors abandoned bullion after bond yields surged and Iran tensions deepened across global markets. Gold Loses Shine as Treasury Yields Jump Spot gold touched a one-and-a-half-…
Saturday, May 16, 2026 Report: SpaceX Shareholders Approve 5-for-1 Stock Split Reports citing Bloomberg via Investing.com indicate that a majority of SpaceX shareholders have approved a 5-for-1 stock split, in what appears to be an internal…
​ On May 14, 2026, oil prices moved higher as investors closely monitored the Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing, hoping diplomatic talks could ease pressure on global energy supplies. Oil Prices Edge Higher Ahead of Key Beijing Summit Oil prices…
On May 14, 2026, gold prices traded cautiously as investors monitored upcoming talks between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping while tracking developments surrounding the Iran war. Gold Holds Ground as Markets Await Key Talks Group prices steadie…
​ On May 13, 2026, SoftBank had turned the AI frenzy into a blockbuster earnings moment as soaring OpenAI valuations lifted the Japanese giant’s quarterly profit far beyond forecasts. SoftBank Profit Soars as OpenAI Stakes Deliver Windfall…
​ On May 13, 2026, gold stayed under pressure below $4,700 as investors awaited fresh US inflation data. A firmer US dollar and rising Treasury yields continued to weigh on bullion prices. Gold Slips as Dollar Strength Pressures Bullion Gol…
​ On May 13, 2026, oil prices eased after a sharp three-day rally as investors monitored the fragile Iran ceasefire and prepared for crucial Trump-Xi talks in China. Crude markets remained volatile amid ongoing supply concerns. Oil Pulls Ba…
