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Tensions Flare Anew in the Middle East; Risk Appetite Dampened as U.S. Stocks Halt Winning Streak

U.S. equities fell from record highs on Wednesday as rising oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East fueled inflation fears, prompting investors to take profits. The S&P 500 dropped 0.7%, the Nasdaq Composite slid 0.9%, and the Dow Jones fell 1.2%. Strong employment data increased rate-hike expectations, boosting the U.S. Dollar Index to its highest level since April 7.

ATFX | Pred 2 h 45 min

Market Observations: How Employment Data May Influence Macroeconomic Sentiment

Markets are closely watching the upcoming U.S. Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) data, as the results may influence Federal Reserve expectations, the U.S. Dollar (DXY), and global stock market sentiment.

IUX | Pred 3 h 36 min

Gold Overtakes US Treasuries on Central Bank Balance Sheets

Finally, gold has surpassed the US Treasuries as the largest reserve asset held by the world's central banks. Years of record bullion purchases, combined with a powerful rise in gold prices, have reshaped the landscape. Whilst the USD remains dominant overall, the shift highlights a growing preference for hard assets amid geopolitical uncertainty and mounting concerns over sovereign debt.

Headway | Pred 14 h 12 min

Oil Surges as Iran Tensions Escalate While FX Markets Weigh Intervention Risks | 3rd June, 2026

Global markets remain cautious as renewed Iran tensions push oil prices higher and support the US Dollar. AUD remains pressured by weak GDP data, while CAD struggles despite rising crude prices. Meanwhile, USD/JPY and EUR/JPY face growing intervention concerns as traders closely monitor geopolitical developments and central bank expectations.

Moneta Markets | Pred 14 h 29 min

EBC Markets Briefing | Unease is growing in the hottest stock market

South Korea surpassed India as the world's sixth-largest stock market, driven by AI chip demand, strong exports and foreign investment.

EBC Financial Group | Pred 17 h 41 min

Today Technical Analysis: Gold falls below $4,500 on renewed US Dollar and oil strength

Gold has shifted back into a bearish short-term structure after failing to sustain its previous recovery. Following a rebound toward the $4,530 area, sellers regained control and pushed prices lower, resulting in a series of lower highs and lower lows.

STARTRADER | Pred 17 h 51 min

Today Fundamental Analysis: Stocks advance higher as investors remain optimistic in AI rally

U.S. stock futures were little changed early Wednesday after all three major Wall Street indices closed at new record highs on Tuesday. Futures tied to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 traded near flat, while Dow futures edged slightly higher.

STARTRADER | Pred 18 h 4 min

Middle East tensions lift oil and dollar, Fed hike bets intensify

Dollar gains as Middle East tensions escalate - Inflation concerns intensify, Fed hike bets move forward - Dollar/yen tests 160 and pulls back amid intervention warnings - Wall Street hits record highs, gold falls back below $4,500

XM Group | Pred 20 h 45 min

EURUSD	1.16089	GBPUSD	1.34274	AUDUSD	0.71312
USDJPY	159.913	USDCAD	1.3907	USDCHF	0.79076