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Beyond oil: which global supply chains has the Iran conflict disrupted?
Beyond oil: which global supply chains has the Iran conflict disrupted?
Mar 25, 2026
Since the outbreak of the conflict in the Middle East about a month ago, analysts have focused primarily on energy market data. On March 2, Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway responsible for transporting about one-fifth of global oil and gas supplies. Since then, oil prices have surged sharply. Prices jumped to more than $110...
Sterling steadies amid market caution towards Iran war ramifications
Sterling steadies amid market caution towards Iran war ramifications
Mar 25, 2026
The British pound held steady during Wednesdays trading, as traders remained cautious about efforts to end the war between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other, while assessing the potential economic implications of the conflict. Sterling recorded little change against the US dollar, trading at $1.3402. This came as Israel and Iran exchanged airstrikes,...
Euro rebounds on hopes for an end to the Iranian war
Euro rebounds on hopes for an end to the Iranian war
Mar 27, 2026
The euro rose in European trading on Friday against a basket of global currencies, in an attempt to recover after three consecutive days of losses against the US dollar, benefiting from a slowdown in the US currency after Donald Trump announced a new delay in targeting Iranian energy facilities, which renewed hopes of reaching a ceasefire agreement in the Middle...
Aussie extends losses after inflation data
Aussie extends losses after inflation data
Mar 25, 2026
The Australian dollar fell in Asian trading on Wednesday against a basket of global currencies, extending its losses for the fourth consecutive day against its US counterpart and moving lower toward a seven-week low, following the release of key inflation data in Australia. The data showed an unexpected slowdown in Australian inflation in February, easing inflationary pressures on policymakers at...
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COLUMN-Powell signals hawkish Fed is flying blind: McGeever
COLUMN-Powell signals hawkish Fed is flying blind: McGeever
Jun 19, 2025
(The opinions expressed here are those of the author, a columnist for Reuters.) By Jamie McGeever ORLANDO, Florida, June 19 (Reuters) - The Federal Reserve took a slightly hawkish turn on Wednesday, indicating it is worried more about rising inflation than slowing growth. But Chair Jerome Powell suggested this outlook should be taken with a large grain of salt. The...
Nippon Steel CEO sees no risk to management plans from US golden share
Nippon Steel CEO sees no risk to management plans from US golden share
Jun 18, 2025
* No constraint in pursuing our goals, CEO says * Capital increase is an option to fund investment, vice chairman says * Nippon Steel ( NISTF ) shares rise 2%, outperforming Nikkei 225 (Adds CEO quotes and details in paragraphs 5, 7, 9, 11-13, analyst's comments in paragraphs 14-15) By Yuka Obayashi TOKYO, June 19 (Reuters) - The U.S. government's...
Japan's Nikkei retreats from 4-month high as US-Iran tensions weigh
Japan's Nikkei retreats from 4-month high as US-Iran tensions weigh
Jun 19, 2025
(Adds closing levels) By Rocky Swift TOKYO, June 19 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average retreated from a four-month high on Thursday, as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran dampened demand for higher-yielding assets. The Nikkei 225 Index closed 1% lower, snapping a three-day winning streak that had pushed the gauge to the highest since February 20. The...
Stocks slip, safe havens gain as Middle East conflict rages
Stocks slip, safe havens gain as Middle East conflict rages
Jun 18, 2025
TOKYO (Reuters) -Global stocks edged lower on Thursday while investors took cover in safe havens such as gold and the U.S. dollar gained as financial markets were on edge over the possible entry of the United States into the week-old Israel-Iran air war. President Donald Trump kept the world guessing about whether the United States will join Israel's bombardment of...
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Analyst Expectations For SoundHound AI's Future
Analyst Expectations For SoundHound AI's Future
Nov 13, 2024
Analysts' ratings for SoundHound AI ( SOUN ) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 5 analysts. The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 2 1...
Cisco raises annual revenue forecast
Cisco raises annual revenue forecast
Nov 13, 2024
(Reuters) -Cisco Systems ( CSCO ) raised annual revenue forecast on Wednesday, a sign of improving demand as the computer networking equipment maker shifts focus to cybersecurity, cloud systems and AI-driven products. Companies have ramped up investments in AI technologies which require heavy computing power, creating a spike in demand for data centers, which use Cisco's ( CSCO ) products...
Siemens flags political risks ahead after profit falls in fourth quarter
Siemens flags political risks ahead after profit falls in fourth quarter
Nov 14, 2024
ZURICH, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Siemens reported a drop in profit at its industrial business on Thursday and said it expected slightly lower sales growth next year, citing geopolitical risks like trade conflicts and weak consumer demand. The German engineering group said its industrial profit fell 7% to 3.12 billion euros ($3.29 billion) in the three months to the end...
7 Analysts Have This To Say About NICE
7 Analysts Have This To Say About NICE
Nov 13, 2024
7 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on NICE over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish. In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total...
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Japan Considers Changes to Crypto Rules as FSA Launches Review: Report
Japan Considers Changes to Crypto Rules as FSA Launches Review: Report
Oct 2, 2024
Reports have emerged that Japan plans to assess the effectiveness of its cryptocurrency rules. The review, which will take place over the next few months, could pave the way for the launch of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the country. Review to Evaluate Investor Protection The news was first reported by Bloomberg, which quoted an unnamed official from Japan’s Financial...
Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Reason Behind BTC’s Crash to $60K Today
Bitcoin Price Analysis: The Reason Behind BTC’s Crash to $60K Today
Oct 2, 2024
Bitcoin’s price is currently trending down as a result of the potential war brewing in the Middle East. A key level is lost, which could lead to a further decline in the short term. Technical Analysis By Edris Derakhshi (TradingRage) The Daily Chart In the daily timeframe, the BTC price dropped below the key $64K mark and the 200-day moving...
Bitcoin Dumps $4,000 as Fear Grips Markets on Middle East Conflict
Bitcoin Dumps $4,000 as Fear Grips Markets on Middle East Conflict
Oct 2, 2024
Bitcoin prices dumped almost $4,000 in less than 24 hours following an Iranian missile strike on Israel late on Oct. 1. The asset was trading at just over $64,000 on Tuesday but it tanked hard to bottom out at a little above $60,000 following the attack.  BTC has since recovered to around $61,700 during Wednesday morning trading in Asia, but...
Ripple Issues an Important Warning for its Upcoming Stablecoin: Details
Ripple Issues an Important Warning for its Upcoming Stablecoin: Details
Oct 2, 2024
TL;DR Ripple cautioned users to beware of fake claims that its stablecoin is live. The SEC labeled the product as an unregistered asset, adding to its ongoing legal disputes with the company. XRP Army Beware Earlier this year, Ripple announced it will launch a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the American dollar. It will be called RLUSD and will be available on...
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