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Iran Energy Shock Roils Markets: What Investors Need to Know Now
Geopolitical tensions send oil to $119 per barrel and create an inflation shock that could reshape central bank policy. Here's how to navigate the volatility.
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US Inflation Report Arrives as Labor Weakness Clouds Fed Outlook
February CPI data releases March 11 with inflation moderating but labor markets weakening, creating conflicting signals that could reshape Fed policy and pressure the dollar amid trade concerns.
Economy
Unemployment Shock: How 4.4% Jobless Rate Is Reshaping Fed Expectations and Futures Markets
U.S. unemployment rose to 4.4% in February with 92,000 jobs lost, dramatically reducing rate cut odds to one potential cut in September and supporting dollar strength amid inflation concerns.
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RBA Rate Decision March 2026: Hold Expected, May Hike Likely Amid Persistent Inflation
Australia's RBA is expected to hold rates steady in March at 3.85% after February's increase, with economists forecasting the next hike for May as inflation remains above target.
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China's Record $214B Jan-Feb Surplus Signals Strong Export Momentum in 2026
China's exports surged nearly 22% YoY in early 2026, shattering forecasts and creating a record $214 billion trade surplus as exporters pivot toward Africa and Southeast Asia to offset U.S. market losses.
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RBA Faces Inflation Battle Amid Energy Shock Risks from Iran Conflict
The RBA confronts a critical policy dilemma as persistent inflation and Middle East geopolitical tensions force a lively internal debate over interest rates, with energy prices posing an unpredictable upside risk to price pressures.
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Australian GDP Beats Expectations in Q4 2025: What It Means for Rate Hikes
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.
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Australian GDP Beats Forecasts, Strengthening Case for Further RBA Rate Hikes
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.
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U.S. Jobs Report Shock: Unemployment Rises to 4.4% as 92,000 Jobs Vanish
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.