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US and Israeli strikes on Iran send Brent crude surging 13% above $82, disrupting critical shipping lanes and threatening global supply chains with renewed inflation pressures.
The US dollar is gaining ground as markets price only one 2026 rate cut while geopolitical tensions drive safe-haven flows. Understanding the dual drivers behind dollar strength is essential for traders.
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed 90% as geopolitical tensions escalate. Despite US government war-risk insurance and naval protection, traders and ship owners refuse transit.
After a sharp 6% drop to $5,000, gold found institutional support and recovered to $5,200. Technical analysis and bullish expert forecasts suggest positioning for continued gains amid geopolitical tensions.
Australian economy grew 0.8% in Q4 2025, exceeding forecasts and strengthening the case for another RBA rate increase, though cautious consumer behavior suggests underlying headwinds.
West Texas Intermediate crude oil has surged past $90 per barrel, marking its strongest weekly performance since 1983, driven by Middle East escalation and threats to the Strait of Hormuz shipping route.
The US dollar shifts from weakness to strength as markets price in fewer Fed rate cuts and geopolitical tensions support safe-haven flows. What this means for traders in 2026.
Gold reclaimed support at $5,000 amid geopolitical tensions and institutional buying. Expert forecasts suggest substantial upside remains as central banks and ETFs continue accumulating bullion.
Australia's economy grew 0.8% in Q4 2025, exceeding expectations and posting 2.6% annual growth. Broad-based demand and resilient labor productivity metrics have reinforced speculation that the RBA will raise rates again at its March 17 meeting.
The U.S. labor market unexpectedly contracted in February with 92,000 job losses, pushing unemployment to 4.4% and creating a policy dilemma for the Federal Reserve between supporting jobs and fighting inflation.
The pound faces mounting headwinds as UK economic growth slows to 1.1%, the Bank of England prepares for rate cuts, and political uncertainty threatens stability. GBP/USD could test the 1.3200-1.3400 support zone this quarter.
