Moscow halts gasoline exports from April as Middle East tensions amplify supply risks and price volatility
Commodities
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Investors no longer react to headlines as oil shock and policy uncertainty override political signaling.
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Rare agreement offers relief for Asian energy flows—but highlights fragmented control of global oil chokepoint.
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Remark underscores geopolitical stakes as Hormuz disruption reshapes global energy markets and investor sentiment.
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Crude climbs above $106 as diplomatic confusion fuels supply fears and inflation risks.
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Futures & Commodities
Gold Falls as Ceasefire Hopes Clash With Rate Fears
by Daphne Dougnby Daphne DougnBullion slips as oil-driven inflation dims rate-cut outlook despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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Putin reports GDP down 2.1% despite low unemployment, highlighting fragile balance amid global energy volatility.
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Stronger dollar and rising yields pressure bullion as investors unwind positions after record highs.
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MARKETSWorld Markets
Markets Turn Cautious Again as Oil Holds Above $100
by Daphne Dougnby Daphne DougnRelief rally fades as Iran conflict drags on, pushing yields higher and dimming hopes for rate cuts.
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BUSINESSReviews
No Quick Naval Fix for Hormuz: Why U.S. Navy Faces Months-Long Battle to Secure Oil Flows
Experts warn degrading Iran’s asymmetric threats could take weeks or months—driving oil toward historic disruption levels