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March 14 2026, investing.com Oil markets remain on edge as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East push prices higher. Supply disruptions from the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran conflict have fueled fears of an inf…
March 14 2026, investing.com U.S. consumer spending barely increased in January, reflecting weaker-than-expected economic momentum at the start of 2026. Rising energy costs and heightened uncertainty from the Middle East conflict have added…
March 14 2026, investing.com U.S. stocks ended lower on Friday, with broad losses across technology, industrials, and basic materials sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell to a three-month low, while the S&P 500 and NASDAQ also dro…
March 14 2026, investing.com, financialpost.com Gold prices moved lower at the end of the week, putting the precious metal on track for a second consecutive weekly decline. Despite escalating tensions in the Middle East, investors have incr…
Barclays has delayed its forecast for the first interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve due to increasing inflation risks. Markets are reassessing monetary policy prospects due to increasing price pressures and geopolitical risks. Barcl…
BlackRock is maintaining a bullish outlook for US stocks on its $220 billion model platform, despite lingering global uncertainties. The firm's confidence underscores institutional confidence in the stock market, despite the current geopoli…
On Friday, March 13th, 2026, U.S. personal spending grew slightly more than expected in January, while the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge remained stubbornly high. Core inflation pressures and soft GDP revisions signal a comple…
On Friday, March 13th, 2026, China’s central bank has taken steps to slow the rapid appreciation of the yuan by encouraging dollar purchases through policy adjustments. The move reflects Beijing’s concern over the yuan’s strength and its im…
Bitcoin has risen to an all-time high of about $73,000 on Friday, March 13, 2026, as investors weigh the prospects of better U.S. cryptocurrency rules against global tensions from the Iran conflict. Investors balanced regulatory momentum wi…
Swiss money managers on Friday, March 13, 2026, sent a message that tensions in the Middle East could trigger capital flows to Switzerland from the Gulf countries. Investors are seeking stability, currency safety, and geopolitical neutralit…
On Friday, March 13, 2026, the rise in oil prices tied to the conflict with Iran continues to influence global markets. Investors are balancing the geopolitical situation, inflationary pressures, and the impact on the energy supply. U.S. Fu…
Thursday, March 12th, marked a day when the European Union sought to clarify its stance as a trading partner after a wide-ranging investigation by the United States into global manufacturing overcapacity. European officials argued that inst…
On Thursday, March 12, 2026, Turkey’s monetary policy is under scrutiny as expectations grow that Turkey’s central bank will keep rates at 37% during its latest policy meeting. The anticipated decision comes as concerns rise about FX reserv…
Dollar General Corp. on Thursday, March 12, warned its annual comparable sales may be below Wall Street estimates, implying weak demand for its core low-price customer base. The company’s cautious forecast comes amid a competitive landscape…
On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the Bitcoin. The Bitcoin price slipped below the $70,000 level as surging oil prices revived inflation concerns across global markets. The move comes as investors reassess risk assets amid rising energy costs a…
