US-Iran News
MUSCAT, Oman — On February 6, 2026, global financial markets pivoted sharply as indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran resumed in Oman, aiming to de-escalate a year of unprecedented military and economic friction. This "Oman Round" of talks comes on the heels of a historic surge in
Oil Markets
As of January 26, 2026, the global energy landscape is being reshaped by a sudden and dramatic resurgence of geopolitical volatility. For much of the previous year, oil prices remained suppressed by a "wall of supply" from non-OPEC producers, but a series of military escalations in both the
Commodities
As the global economic landscape continues to navigate a complex interplay of geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, and technological shifts, investors are increasingly turning their gaze towards commodities for 2026. This strategic pivot is driven by a desire for portfolio diversification, a robust hedge against inflation, and a quest for resilience
Dow Jones
New York, NY – November 12, 2025 – In a remarkable display of market resilience and underlying tension, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) has surged past the 48,000-point threshold, closing at an unprecedented 48,015.79. This historic equity rally is unfolding concurrently with a robust ascent in precious metals,
US-China Trade
Busan, South Korea – October 30, 2025 – A significant "basic consensus" has been reached between the United States and China on a new trade deal, marking a tactical de-escalation in the prolonged and often volatile trade dispute between the world's two largest economies. The agreement, formalized during
Gold
October 20, 2025 – In a financial landscape increasingly defined by volatility and uncertainty, gold and silver have surged to unprecedented levels, with both precious metals hitting record highs in October 2025. This remarkable rally is a direct consequence of escalating US-China trade tensions and a broader spectrum of geopolitical risks
Gold
Gold has shattered all previous records in 2025, with its price soaring past the unprecedented $4,000 per ounce mark, registering a staggering 54% surge this year alone. This remarkable ascent is not merely a market anomaly but a clear reflection of profound and widespread global anxieties—a potent cocktail
Gold
In an increasingly volatile global landscape, gold and silver have emerged as undeniable beacons of stability, with unprecedented demand driving their prices to multi-year highs. A potent cocktail of escalating geopolitical tensions and persistent economic uncertainties has propelled these precious metals into the forefront of investment strategies, reaffirming their age-old
Macroeconomics
The global economic outlook for the second half of 2025 is increasingly shrouded in uncertainty, as a complex interplay of new policy shifts and persistent geopolitical tensions threatens to unleash a period of heightened macroeconomic volatility. Businesses and consumers alike are bracing for potential changes across a spectrum of critical
Geopolitical Risk
The global financial landscape is increasingly being defined by a broadly higher geopolitical risk premium, a palpable shift that demands additional compensation from investors for the heightened uncertainties arising from political instability, conflicts, and rapidly evolving international relations. This premium, once a peripheral consideration, has moved to the forefront of
Global Credit Outlook 2025
The global credit landscape for 2025 is poised at a precarious balance, characterized by a generally stable outlook underpinned by economic resilience, yet shadowed by significant and escalating risks. Reports from leading credit rating agencies, Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings, paint a picture of cautious optimism tempered
Israel-Hamas Conflict
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has unleashed a devastating economic storm across the Middle East, inflicting severe damage on the economies of Israel and Palestine, while sending perilous ripple effects through neighboring nations. Both Israel and the Palestinian territories have experienced significant GDP contractions and widespread job losses,