Investing
Bessent’s Global Economic Engagement Questioned Amidst Priorities
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's pledge of international engagement is being met with skepticism by global finance officials, who cite his limited...
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Markets
Gold Secures Fourth Weekly Gain on Iran Deal Optimism
Gold is set for its fourth consecutive weekly gain, propelled by softening oil prices and increasing optimism surrounding a potential peace agreement...
World Business
US Gasoline Prices Top $4 Mark Again
US regular gasoline prices have surpassed $4 a gallon for the first time since 2022, driven by global energy supply disruptions. This...
Markets
Iran Imposes ‘Tolls’ on Ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has reportedly begun collecting tolls from vessels seeking safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, impacting oil prices and stock markets.
Stocks
Iran Links Hormuz Safety to US Conflict Deal
Iran has proposed allowing ships to exit the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz free of attack, contingent on a deal...
Markets
Gold Dips $24.90 As U.S.-Iran Talks Resume
Gold prices edged lower on Wednesday, shedding $24.90, as investors reacted with cautious optimism to an upcoming second round of U.S.-Iran talks,...
Investing
Bessent: Iran Security Trumps Economic Pain; IMF Warns Recession Risk
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent asserts short-term economic pain is justified for long-term security from Iran, even as the IMF warns of...
Markets
Markets Rebound Sharply, Erasing Iran War Losses on Talk Optimism
U.S. equity markets saw significant gains on April 14, recovering losses tied to U.S.-Iran tensions, driven by de-escalation hopes and cooler wholesale...
Stocks
Dollar Hits 6-Week Low as Geopolitical Calm, Weak PPI Weigh
The dollar index fell to a six-week low on Tuesday, pressured by easing geopolitical concerns, a rally in stocks, and weaker-than-expected US...