Monthly Archives: April 2026
As Hormuz blockade starts, Trump says Iran seeks a deal, praising Vice-President JD Vance’s efforts
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:49 am, by josephine
Trump praised Vance on Iran, said talks resumed, Strait of Hormuz blockade began; markets reacted, dollar slipped.
Goldman’s drag lifts modest Dow decline near 47,900; S&P and Nasdaq rise above 6,800 and 23,000
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:22 am, by josephine
Stocks mixed after Hormuz blockade news; oil surges past $101; Goldman slips despite earnings; yields rise.
Amid US–Iran impasse, stronger Dollar and oil inflation fears keep silver near $74, pressured
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:19 am, by josephine
Silver fell near $74.10 as the dollar strengthened on Iran tensions, oil surge, and higher-rate expectations.
Amid US-Iran tensions and Fed uncertainty, gold recovers from early losses, yet remains rangebound near $4,717
Written on April 13, 2026 at 11:52 pm, by josephine
Gold rebounds after gap-down, but rising US-Iran tensions, stronger dollar, and inflation limit gains.
Deutsche Bank sees Germany’s rebound slowed by dearer energy and Middle East tensions, trimming 2026 growth forecasts
Written on April 13, 2026 at 11:49 pm, by josephine
Deutsche Bank cuts Germany’s 2026 growth forecast, citing energy costs and Middle East uncertainty delaying recovery.
Investor unease over stalled US-Iran talks keeps Sterling steady near 1.3460, amid enrichment concession speculation
Written on April 13, 2026 at 11:21 pm, by josephine
Pound Sterling held firm Monday; GBP/USD near 1.3460 as Iran-US talks disappointed, prompting White House response.
Momentum weakens and USD/CHF drifts below 0.8000, while oil-driven Fed expectations and Iran tensions support dollar downside limits
Written on April 13, 2026 at 11:19 pm, by josephine
USD/CHF slips modestly; geopolitical risk and higher-for-longer Fed curb downside, while SNB limits franc strength.
After US–Iran negotiations frustrate investors, Sterling stays strong near 1.3460 as Tehran weighs ending enrichment
Written on April 13, 2026 at 10:52 pm, by josephine
GBP/USD held near 1.3460 as Iran–US talks failed, Hormuz blockade began, dollar firmed, prices rose.
Rising Hormuz tensions keep USD/JPY near 159.70, slightly higher, as investors seek safe havens
Written on April 13, 2026 at 10:49 pm, by josephine
USD/JPY rose near 159.70 as Hormuz tensions lifted oil, supporting dollar strength despite yen safe-haven demand.
Renewed Iran tensions lift WTI to about $95.70, up 5.90%, as blockade fears curb supply, below $100
Written on April 13, 2026 at 10:27 pm, by josephine
WTI rose 5.9% near $95.70 as Hormuz tensions and shipping curbs threaten supply; Saudi pipeline restored.
