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UK Oil-Gas Group Urges Tax Reforms to Reduce LNG Imports.
UK Oil-Gas Group Urges Tax Reforms to Reduce LNG Imports.

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the UK Oil and Gas Industry Group appealed to the government to reform energy-sector tax policies to reduce reliance on liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports and to support local production. UK Energy Group Calls…

UA Finance•20 March
Artelo surges after news of an agreement on a glaucoma study
Artelo surges after news of an agreement on a glaucoma study

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Artelo Biosciences shares increased significantly after announcing a funded agreement to conduct a clinical study on the company’s cannabinoid-based glaucoma treatment. Artelo Jumps on New Glaucoma Drug Study A…

UA Finance•20 March
UniCredit may improve its bid for Commerzbank after talks.
UniCredit may improve its bid for Commerzbank after talks.

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, UniCredit said it might improve the terms of its bid for Commerzbank after holding "good talks," but management said this is unlikely unless there is significant progress. UniCredit Leaves Door Open for Improve…

UA Finance•20 March
Bitcoin retreats from highs amid geopolitical tensions.
Bitcoin retreats from highs amid geopolitical tensions.

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Bitcoin retreated from its six-week high amid escalating tensions in the Iran conflict. This sparked risk-off sentiment worldwide, leading to a drop in Bitcoin's value. BitBitcoin Retreats as Risk Sentiment Shi…

UA Finance•20 March
Bank of Canada Holds Rates, Signals Potential Increases
Bank of Canada Holds Rates, Signals Potential Increases

On March 18, 2026, the Bank of Canada kept interest rates unchanged but signaled that further increases are possible if inflation rises amid higher oil prices and ongoing economic uncertainty. Bank of Canada holds rates amid inflation uncer…

UA Finance•20 March
India FX Reserves Fall, Calls for Soft-Rupee Policy Rise
India FX Reserves Fall, Calls for Soft-Rupee Policy Rise

India’s declining FX Reserves on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, prompted calls for a softer policy on the Rupee, as heavy intervention by the Central Bank puts pressure on the Reserves amid rising Oil Prices and Outflows. India Faces Pressure a…

UA Finance•20 March
ECB warns markets are underestimating geopolitical risks worldwide
ECB warns markets are underestimating geopolitical risks worldwide

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, the European Central Bank warned that markets are underestimating geopolitical risks worldwide, cautioning against relaxing bank regulations amid rising global tensions and the risk of sudden market disruptions…

UA Finance•20 March
US producer prices increased more than expected.
US producer prices increased more than expected.

US Producer Prices Rise, Indicating Future Inflation Risks U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in February, heightening concerns that inflation remains persistent. The Producer Price Index rose 0.7% month over month and 3.4% y…

UA Finance•20 March
UBS Chief Executive Criticizes Fears About Bank Regulations
UBS Chief Executive Criticizes Fears About Bank Regulations

On March 19, 2026, UBS chief executive Sergio Ermotti responded to concerns about "fear-mongering" in Switzerland’s debate over banking regulations. He stated that adding more rules could affect the country’s stability, competitiveness, and…

UA Finance•19 March
3 Key Events That Could Impact Markets in 2026 Investors Must Watch
3 Key Events That Could Impact Markets in 2026 Investors Must Watch

Thursday, January 9, 2026 – 11:20 AM – Source: Investing.com Could These 3 Events Shake Global Markets in 2026? Financial markets entered 2026 with strong momentum, but analysts warn that several key risks could quickly change the outlook.…

UA Finance•19 March
US Stock Futures Rise as AI Optimism Lifts Market Sentiment
US Stock Futures Rise as AI Optimism Lifts Market Sentiment

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – 09:05 AM – Source: Investing.com Is AI Optimism Driving the Latest Rise in US Stock Futures? US stock futures moved higher as investors regained confidence, with artificial intelligence playing a key role in lifting…

UA Finance•19 March
TTF Gas Price Set for Q2 Jumps on European Supply Tightening
TTF Gas Price Set for Q2 Jumps on European Supply Tightening

European markets opened Tuesday, 17 March 2026, as Goldman Sachs flagged stronger upside for TTF natural gas prices this spring amid tightening gas fundamentals and supply disruption. The outlook comes as Europe faces constrained supply flo…

UA Finance•19 March
Trump Summit Delay Pressures US-China Trade Truce
Trump Summit Delay Pressures US-China Trade Truce

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, brings renewed pressure on the US-China trade truce as a Trump summit delay raises uncertainty across global markets. The postponed meeting is casting doubt on the direction of trade negotiations.Trump Summit Delay…

UA Finance•19 March

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