The dollar remains firm as safe-haven demand grew amid the Strait of Hormuz blockade and expectations the Federal Reserve will keep rates unchanged.

Iran war disrupts Qatar helium supply, threatening semiconductor production and worsening memory shortages as AI demand competes with consumer electronics manufacturing.

Oil prices rebound as Iran escalates Hormuz attacks, undermining record IEA reserve release and raising doubts about the market-calming impact.

Gold pauses after huge 2025 rally as stronger dollar, rising real yields and Fed pause expectations curb safe-haven demand despite Iran war.

February CPI met expectations and hit a five-year core low, but energy shocks and policy distortions may keep the Federal Reserve cautious on rate cuts.

Crude oil rebounded above $87 as supply disruption fears tied to the Strait of Hormuz overshadowed efforts by global policymakers to calm markets.

Stock futures rebound from oil shock as markets await February CPI data, which could influence Fed outlook and near-term market direction.

Oil prices tumbled from near $120 to below $90 after G7 reassurances calmed markets, though risks persist amid the ongoing U.S.–Iran conflict and Hormuz disruption.

Japanese Q4 GDP was revised sharply higher, pushing yen futures higher from support as Bank of Japan hike bets build.

U.S. February inflation expectations eased slightly, but oil price surge clouds outlook ahead of Fed meeting, keeping markets cautious.

Metals outlook strengthens as producer prices firm up but yuan futures weaken amid uncertainty over China’s rate trajectory.

Middle East conflict drives oil above $100 for first time since 2022, intensifying concerns over inflation and growth.