Daphne Dougn

Markets struggle with mixed signals as prolonged conflict uncertainty outweighs short-term diplomatic relief.

Bullion slips as oil-driven inflation dims rate-cut outlook despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Tehran signals cautious openness via backchannels, even as it publicly rejects talks with Washington.

Crude falls 5% as Tehran allows “non-hostile” ships passage, easing worst-case supply fears.

ADNOC chief warns global energy security at risk as tanker traffic halts through key oil chokepoint.

Putin reports GDP down 2.1% despite low unemployment, highlighting fragile balance amid global energy volatility.

Relief rally fades as Iran conflict drags on, pushing yields higher and dimming hopes for rate cuts.

Global finance shifts from experimentation to integration; stablecoins lead with 74% viewing them as cash-flow efficiency booster

Tehran proposes regional security framework excluding foreign powers; rejects nuclear-weapons claims amid ongoing war

Precious metal down >10% since conflict began; real yields rise, rate-cut bets vanish, speculative froth evaporates