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US Stock Futures Rise as Trump, Iran Agree on Ceasefire; Tech-Heavy Nasdaq Jumps 3%, Oil Crashes
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US Stock Futures Rise as Trump, Iran Agree on Ceasefire; Tech-Heavy Nasdaq Jumps 3%, Oil Crashes

US stock futures recover, while Oil slumps as markets breathe sigh of relief on US-Iran ceasfire.

By Neer VarshneyApr 8, 2026, 9:28 AM ET
Stocks Volatile, Crude Climbs on Trump's 'Not Good Enough' Comments to Iran's 10-Point Counter Proposals
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
Trump Vows to Intensify Iran Strikes in Coming Weeks: Oil Jumps, Korea Worst Hit as Asian Markets Sink Lower
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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
US Markets Show Optimism Ahead of Trump Address Today, While Iran Issues Threats Against Against Apple, Nvidia
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US Markets Show Optimism Ahead of Trump Address Today, While Iran Issues Threats Against Against Apple, Nvidia

U.S. stock futures rose on ceasefire hopes after Donald Trump signaled a possible withdrawal, though Iran tensions, threats to U.S. firms, and strong economic data tempered optimism.

By Shanthi RexalineApr 1, 2026, 9:53 AM ET
Brent Crude Slips as Trump Signals Iran War Could End in 2-3 Weeks While Hormuz Uncertainty Limits Losses
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Brent Crude Slips as Trump Signals Iran War Could End in 2-3 Weeks While Hormuz Uncertainty Limits Losses

Trump’s “TACO” trade weighed on Brent crude futures, though Iran’s continued aggression and expectations of prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz provided a floor to prices.

By Shanthi RexalineApr 1, 2026, 6:24 AM ET
Nasdaq Futures Struggle in Correction Territory Amid Iran War Escalation — Trump Sends Mixed Signals In Fresh Ultimatum
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Nasdaq Futures Struggle in Correction Territory Amid Iran War Escalation — Trump Sends Mixed Signals In Fresh Ultimatum

Escalating Middle East tensions lifted oil and increased risk aversion but Morgan Stanley makes the case that the correction may be coming to an end.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 30, 2026, 3:18 PM ET
Crude Futures' 60% March Rally Gains Steam as Houthi Escalation Opens a Third Front in Iran War, Worsening Supply Shock
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Crude Futures' 60% March Rally Gains Steam as Houthi Escalation Opens a Third Front in Iran War, Worsening Supply Shock

Crude remains poised for a record monthly surge as Houthi missile attacks open a new Red Sea front, intensifying Iran war risks and disrupting key shipping routes.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 30, 2026, 12:04 AM ET
Crude Futures Gallop Past $110 After Iran Rebuffs Trump’s Climbdowns – Geopolitical Premium Unlikely to Fade Meaningfully, Say Analysts
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Crude Futures Gallop Past $110 After Iran Rebuffs Trump’s Climbdowns – Geopolitical Premium Unlikely to Fade Meaningfully, Say Analysts

Oil rose over 2% despite Donald Trump delaying action against Iran, as persistent tensions, supply disruptions, and stranded vessels continue to fuel volatility and keep crude prices elevated.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 27, 2026, 8:57 AM ET
Asian Markets, Oil Accept Trump’s Assurance of Peace Talks Even as Iran Keeps the Noose Tight
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Asian Markets, Oil Accept Trump’s Assurance of Peace Talks Even as Iran Keeps the Noose Tight

The Trump administration’s peace push and Pakistan mediation lift markets despite ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict and persistent uncertainty.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 25, 2026, 2:44 AM ET
Brent Crude, European Gas Futures Jump After Iran Threatens Gulf Energy Infrastructure in Escalating Standoff
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Brent Crude, European Gas Futures Jump After Iran Threatens Gulf Energy Infrastructure in Escalating Standoff

Brent spikes as Iran-Israel attacks hit energy assets, damaging LNG infrastructure, lifting prices and escalating global market risks

By Shanthi RexalineMar 19, 2026, 8:28 AM ET
Trump’s Cuba Rhetoric Fuels Energy Jitters — Commodities, Freight and What Else is on the Line for Traders?
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Trump’s Cuba Rhetoric Fuels Energy Jitters — Commodities, Freight and What Else is on the Line for Traders?

Cuba crisis adds Caribbean shipping risk and the prospect of tightening energy logistics, potentially lifting prices and unsettling the already fragile market sentiment.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 18, 2026, 12:02 AM ET
Crude Futures Rally Unabated after Record Weekly Gain, Dragging US Stock Index Futures Lower
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Crude Futures Rally Unabated after Record Weekly Gain, Dragging US Stock Index Futures Lower

Middle East conflict drives oil above $100 for first time since 2022, intensifying concerns over inflation and growth.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 9, 2026, 7:58 AM ET
Crude Futures Near $100 as US–Iran War Sparks Supply Disruption Fears — Market Bracing for 2022-like Oil Shock?
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Crude Futures Near $100 as US–Iran War Sparks Supply Disruption Fears — Market Bracing for 2022-like Oil Shock?

Oil prices surge on Middle East conflict fears as Gulf supply disruptions and Hormuz shipping risks raise the possibility of major energy shock.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 6, 2026, 1:25 PM ET
South Korea’s KOSPI Rebounds after Oil Shock from Middle East Tensions Sparks Violent Unwinding of AI-Fueled Stock Rally
International Relations1 min read

South Korea’s KOSPI Rebounds after Oil Shock from Middle East Tensions Sparks Violent Unwinding of AI-Fueled Stock Rally

South Korean stocks tumbled as Middle East tensions and rising oil triggered inflation fears, unwinding tech-driven rally before partial recovery.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 5, 2026, 2:56 AM ET
US-Iran Escalation Disrupts Hormuz Flows, Forcing Aggressive LNG Risk Repricing Across Europe and Asia
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US-Iran Escalation Disrupts Hormuz Flows, Forcing Aggressive LNG Risk Repricing Across Europe and Asia

Middle East tensions disrupt LNG flows, sending global gas benchmarks soaring while U.S. prices lag amid domestic oversupply.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 3, 2026, 1:24 PM ET
ES Futures Teeter at Key Support as Regional War Fears Rise after Escalation in US–Iran Tensions — How Futures Traders Can Position
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ES Futures Teeter at Key Support as Regional War Fears Rise after Escalation in US–Iran Tensions — How Futures Traders Can Position

ES futures slump amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions but strategists believe de-escalation could spark relief rally and short covering.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 2, 2026, 8:11 AM ET
Crude Futures Gallop as Trump-Led US-Israel Assault on Iran Sparks War Fears and Supply Risks — Is $100 Oil Back in Play?
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Crude Futures Gallop as Trump-Led US-Israel Assault on Iran Sparks War Fears and Supply Risks — Is $100 Oil Back in Play?

Middle East escalation and Strait of Hormuz closure fears set off a risk-off sentiment in the financial markets, while crude oil spiked on supply risks.

By Shanthi RexalineMar 2, 2026, 5:16 AM ET