Trump is out with an interview with CBS reiterating that the US will get Iran’s uranium. “Our people, together with the Iranians are going to work together to go get it. And then we’ll take it to the United States,” he said. However, Iran’s Parliamentary National Security Committee Spokesman tells Al Jazeera they will not […]
Oil has ticked higher on some headlines tossing up some skepticism about a US-Iran deal. Reuters cited a senior unnamed Iranian official: Significant differences remain, including on nuclear issues Serious talks required Keeping Strait of Hormuz open is conditional on adherence to ceasefire terms A preliminary deal could be reached within the coming days, with
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Dollar tumbles again in early US session as oil prices dive on fresh geopolitical progress. A sharp selloff has pushed WTI back toward the mid-$80s and Brent into the low-$90s. The move reflects increasingly aggressive positioning ahead of the second round of US-Iran talks, with markets no longer waiting for confirmation but actively pricing a
2026.04.17 2026.04.17 XAU/USD: Elliott Wave Analysis and Forecast for 17.04.26–24.04.26 Alex Geutahttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/alex-geuta/ The article covers the following subjects: Major Takeaways Main scenario: Consider long positions from corrections above 4,353.90 with a target of 5,610.00–6,000.00. A buy signal: the price holds above 4,353.90. Stop Loss: below 4,280.00, Take Profit: 5,610.00–6,000.00. Alternative scenario: Breakout and consolidation below
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FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEW Silver has been outperforming gold recently amid tailwinds like lower real yields, looser financial conditions and lower US dollar. The momentum and volatility have certainly not been the same since the late January’s crash. The key difference has been the Fed which has pivoted away from the dovish stance. Nonetheless, silver should remain
With discounters continuing to gain ground and pricing pressure intensifying across the sector, the upcoming results will be a key test of whether Sainsbury’s recent market-share gains can be sustained without eroding profitability. Strong market position but competitive pressures Sainsbury’s remains firmly positioned as the UK’s number-two grocer, with an estimated market share of around 14–15%, trailing Tesco but
Key takeaways DJIA lagging but poised for catch-up: While other major US indices have posted gains post ceasefire, the Dow has underperformed but is now showing signs of a bullish catch-up above key support at 47,895. Macro tailwind improving for financials: Stabilisation and potential re-steepening of the US yield curve could boost bank profitability, supporting
Macro Update Asia equities steady after rally: Stocks paused on Friday, with MSCI Asia-Pacific ex-Japan down 0.8%, though the region remains on track for a second weekly gain and has largely recovered losses from the Iran war. Oil holds below $100: Brent eased to around $94 as ceasefire hopes and potential US-Iran talks reduced supply concerns, although the Strait
2026.04.17 2026.04.17 US Dollar Weakens on Prospects of US–Iran Agreement. Forecast as of 17.04.2026 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ Stock and currency markets are optimistic about the end of the Middle East conflict. Only persistently high oil prices are preventing the EUR/USD pair from rallying further. The US dollar is returning to its long-standing drivers: the Fed’s independence
The market narrative is shifting from chasing the risk rally to waiting for confirmation. After a sustained push higher driven by optimism around US-Iran negotiations, investors are becoming more cautious ahead of a critical weekend. The rally remains intact, but the willingness to extend positions without new information is fading. US equities pushed to fresh
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At a glance: Mixed geopolitical signals: ceasefire talk offsets escalation risks (Bab al-Mandab threat unverified) Markets lean toward optimism on Trump ceasefire tone despite ongoing uncertainty BoJ flags oil-driven stagflation risk, keeps policy flexible and accommodative China reinforces easing bias and fiscal support; NZ political noise adds mild uncertainty FX subdued; equities softer as traders
IEA warns Europe may have just six weeks of jet fuel left as Hormuz disruptions hit supply, raising risks of higher inflation, flight cuts and a global economic slowdown. Summary: IEA warns Europe may have ~6 weeks of jet fuel left if Hormuz disruption persists Energy shock seen as “largest ever,” with global inflation and
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