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Energy1 min read
EIA Sees Brent Crude Peaking at $115 in Q2, Warns Risk Premium Will Keep Prices Elevated
Geopolitical disruptions have tightened global energy markets, pushing prices higher in the near term, with normalization expected only if supply flows recover.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 7, 2026, 2:21 PM ET
Inflation1 min read
Americans Brace to Pay More for Gas as NY Fed's Near-term Inflation Expectations Hit 3.4%
Consumers expect higher near-term inflation driven by surging energy prices, while long-term expectations stay stable, and this could leave the Federal Reserve cautious on rates.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 7, 2026, 12:21 PM ET
Energy1 min read
WTI Crude Climbs Back Toward War-Driven Highs as Trump's Iran Deadline Looms
Oil surged above $116 as supply risks arising from the Iran war intensified, supported by a weaker dollar, tight physical markets, strong backwardation, and rising speculative positions.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 7, 2026, 10:59 AM ET
Index Products1 min read
US Stock Futures Hold Losses Amid Mixed Durable Goods Orders Data, Trump Doubles Down on Threat Ahead of Deal Deadline
U.S. futures declined as Iran tensions escalated and deal prospects dimmed, while mixed durable goods data added uncertainty, with investors closely watching upcoming inflation data and Federal Reserve signals.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 7, 2026, 9:31 AM ET
Activity & Sentiment Indicators1 min read
Eurozone Faces Growth Scare? Iran War Dents Private Sector Activity, Investor Sentiment Drops to 1-Year Low
Weak PMI and sentiment data signal slowing eurozone growth, driven by softer services activity, declining business confidence, rising cost pressures, amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 7, 2026, 8:22 AM ET
International Relations1 min read
Stocks Volatile, Crude Climbs on Trump's 'Not Good Enough' Comments to Iran's 10-Point Counter Proposals
Ceasefire hopes briefly lifted sentiment, but Iran’s rejection kept tensions high, sending oil higher and leaving equities volatile while the dollar held steady amid uncertainty.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 6, 2026, 3:45 PM ET
Activity & Sentiment Indicators1 min read
US Service Sector Slows on Iran War Concerns, But Remains in Expansion, Keeping Rate Cut Hopes Barely Alive
U.S. services PMI weakened in March as Iran war disruptions lifted costs and hurt employment, while markets rallied on softer data amid hopes the Fed may take a dovish stance.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 6, 2026, 11:09 AM ET
Futures Trading1 min read
Dimon Warns Surging US Debt Could Hit Crisis Levels as Iran Oil Shock Worsens Inflation Outlook
Jamie Dimon warns geopolitical tensions and supply shocks may drive persistent inflation and higher rates, while urging policy reforms, stronger alliances, and investment to boost U.S. economic growth.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 6, 2026, 9:21 AM ET
Labor Market1 min read
March’s Blockbuster Jobs Report Makes the Case for Delaying Rate Hikes as the Fed Assesses Iran War Impact
U.S. job growth rebounded strongly in March, signaling a resilient labor market that could delay Federal Reserve rate cuts despite ongoing inflation concerns and a slight decline in labor force participation.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 3, 2026, 9:56 AM ET
Index Products1 min read
US Stock Futures Crash After Trump’s National Address Adds More Confusion to Iran War
Equity futures tumbled as escalating Middle East tensions and unclear policy signals drove investors toward safety, boosting oil prices and Treasury yields while attention shifts to upcoming labor market data.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 2, 2026, 8:27 AM ET
Energy1 min read
Trump Vows to Intensify Iran Strikes in Coming Weeks: Oil Jumps, Korea Worst Hit as Asian Markets Sink Lower
Trump threatened intensified attacks on Iran, stressed U.S. energy independence, and urged allies to secure supply routes, as tensions escalated.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 1, 2026, 11:08 PM ET
Activity & Sentiment Indicators1 min read
US Economy Holds Firm With Solid Jobs, Spending and Resilient Factory Activity, but Economist Warns of a Potential Weak Spot
Hiring beat forecasts with sector divergence, retail demand rebounded across categories, and factory output grew despite weak exports, rising costs and delays, with uncertainty likely to pressure upcoming services activity.
By Shanthi RexalineApr 1, 2026, 1:13 PM ET