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Risk-on momentum persists amidst US-Iran agreement hopes
Reports of fresh US-Iran talks scheduled as the former blocks the Strait of Hormuz; Both the dollar and major equity indices return to pre-Middle East crisis levels; Gold’s underperformance persists as investors are not adopting the US-Iran agreement hopes; Rich Fedspeak, packed earnings releases, and US data in the spotlight today;
XM Group
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50 days ago
EBC Markets Briefing | Lira in a hole; Oracle shares jumped
The Turkish lira stayed near record lows amid Iran tensions. Fitch cut Turkey's outlook, citing weak reserves and high inflation, with risks pointing to further depreciation.
EBC Financial Group
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50 days ago
Yen Rises, But Hormuz Risks Limit Further Upside
The yen strengthens as the US dollar weakens due to stalled US-Iran talks and a dovish Fed outlook, but concerns over Hormuz risks limit further yen gains.
VT Markets
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50 days ago
Optimism from the stock markets has driven crypto prices higher
The crypto market rose by 4.53% to $2.52T, following equities. BTC surpassed $74K, storming the 61.8% Fibonacci level. The Fear and Greed Index stand at 21.
FxPro
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50 days ago
Markets Downplay U.S.-Iran Tensions, Eye U.S. PPI
Today’s focus will be the U.S. March PPI report, expected to rise 4.6% year-on-year, up from 3.4% previously. PPI matters because it is a leading indicator of CPI and the first stage in the transmission of energy prices into end-consumer inflation. With Middle East tensions driving oil prices sharply higher, the U.S. may begin to feel stronger inflationary pressure. If PPI significantly exceeds ex
ATFX
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51 days ago
Gold Gains as Dollar Weakens on Diplomacy Hopes and Fed Uncertainty | 14th April, 2026
Gold rises as USD weakens amid US–Iran diplomacy optimism and Fed uncertainty. DXY trends lower, pressuring USD pairs like USD/CAD and USD/JPY. NZD/USD holds steady with slight upside. Overall, risk-on sentiment supports commodities, but lingering geopolitical risks keep markets cautious.
Moneta Markets
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51 days ago
Oil Remains Supported Amid Escalating Iran Blockade Risks
Heightened tensions surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz continue to underpin oil prices. Markets are increasingly pricing in a prolonged disruption, with limited expectations of a near-term resolution. While a broader conflict appears unlikely, persistent geopolitical risk is sustaining a firm premium in crude markets.
Headway
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51 days ago
Today Technical Analysis: Gold Drops 2% as Dollar Rebounds Above 99, Pressuring Bullish Momentum
Gold is attempting a recovery after a sharp drop to $4,636 at the market open, but the overall structure remains range bound. Price is currently trading below a key resistance zone near $4,720–$4,750, where previous breakdown occurred.
STARTRADER
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51 days ago
Today Fundamental Analysis: Equities Open Lower While Oil Jumps After Failed US–Iran Negotiations
U.S. stock futures fell sharply at the market open today after President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, following the collapse of U.S.–Iran peace talks. The escalation raised fears of a prolonged conflict and higher oil prices, with crude jumping nearly 8% as supply risks intensified.
STARTRADER
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51 days ago
When No One Fully Wins: How Strategic Pressure in Hormuz May Reshape Oil Markets
Strategic pressure in the Strait of Hormuz is reshaping oil market dynamics, not through a full disruption of supply, but by introducing friction, uncertainty, and uneven access. As maritime restrictions target Iranian-linked flows while allowing broader transit, the system remains operational but less efficient. This evolving environment creates fragmented risk, rising costs, and sustained volati
IUX
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51 days ago
EBC Markets Briefing | German stocks sluggish; Broadcom drew attention
German stocks face pressure as weak data and Iran tensions weigh on outlook. Manufacturing and banks struggle, while the DAX signals further downside.
EBC Financial Group
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51 days ago
Oil Surges on Hormuz Tensions as Dollar Holds Firm | 13th April, 2026
Oil surges toward $98 on escalating Hormuz tensions, boosting bullish sentiment. USD holds firm, supporting USD/JPY near 160. EUR/JPY faces downside pressure, while AUD/USD remains weak below 0.7000. DXY consolidates near 99. Markets are driven by geopolitics and await key US data for direction.
Moneta Markets
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51 days ago
USD/JPY Rises for Third Day: Will There Be Yen Intervention or Not
USD/JPY rose to 159.73 on Monday. The Japanese yen has fallen for a third consecutive day due to a fresh surge in oil prices following the failure of the United States and Iran to reach an agreement at talks in Islamabad.
RoboForex
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51 days ago
Oil Rallies Above $100 as Blockade Risk Hits Global Supply Routes
Oil jumped sharply after renewed Iran tensions and the planned US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz brought supply disruption risk back to the centre of the market.
VT Markets
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51 days ago
Oil Leads as Hormuz Blockade Keeps Markets on Edge
Markets are starting the week in risk-off mode as the Strait of Hormuz blockade pushes oil sharply higher and brings inflation fears back into focus.
VT Markets
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52 days ago
Dollar Rises as Iran Talks Fail and Oil Risk Returns
The dollar moved higher after US-Iran talks ended without progress, bringing back market caution and fresh concern over oil supply risks.
VT Markets
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52 days ago
US-Iran Talks Fail, Safe-Haven Demand Returns
U.S. stocks closed mixed on Friday as investors remained cautious ahead of the weekend, closely monitoring the ongoing Middle East peace talks. All three major indices posted their biggest weekly percentage gains since November. The U.S. dollar fell, recording its biggest weekly decline since January as investors sold safe-haven assets. EUR/USD stood at 1.172, up 1.8% on the week, while GBP/USD cl
ATFX
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52 days ago
Weekly Recap and Forecast: Stocks Rebound While Oil Retreats as Ceasefire Brings Temporary Calm to the Markets
A temporary ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran was announced, shifting market sentiment from extreme risk-off to cautious optimism.
STARTRADER
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54 days ago
Oil Is Not a Trend — It Is a Market of Swings
The recent price action in crude oil reflects a market driven by geopolitics rather than fundamentals. The rapid collapse of the Middle East ceasefire and renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have reinforced a regime of sharp, unpredictable swings. With no clear base case, pricing is increasingly dictated by shifting risk premia rather than stable trends.
Headway
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54 days ago
USD/JPY: Yen Fared Better, but Energy Rally Not Over
USD/JPY traded at 159.16 on Friday. The yen is retreating slightly but appears less weak than previously, amid a two-week truce between the US and Iran. The decline in oil prices following the announcement of the truce has partially reduced stagflationary risks and provided some support to the Japanese currency.
RoboForex
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54 days ago
