Escalation between the United States, Israel, and Iran over the weekend triggered a sharp repricing across global energy markets. Strikes under “Operation Epic Fury” and retaliatory missile activity across the Gulf sent Brent and WTI sharply higher, while Henry Hub natural gas caught a geopolitical bid. The focal point is the Strait of Hormuz, the
Given the strength of the support level 63350.00 and the improving sentiment that can be seen across the crypto markets today, Bitcoin cryptocurrency can be expected to rise to the next resistance level 72265.00 (which stopped wave a in February). Bitcoin reversed the support area Likely to rise to resistance level 72265.00 Bitcoin cryptocurrency
Middle East escalation fuels dollar-dominated safe-haven surge, oil-driven stagflation risks, and Swiss deflation trap prompting aggressive SNB intervention. The Safe-Haven Paradox: Geopolitical Crisis and Currency Rebalancing The global financial landscape is currently being reshaped by a dramatic military escalation in the Middle East, specifically the coordinated strikes by U.S. and Israeli forces against Iran. This
Financial markets entered a state of extreme turbulence on Monday, March 2, 2026, as the “fog of war” descended over the Middle East. Following a weekend of unprecedented military escalation between the United States, Israel, and Iran, global asset classes are decoupling along traditional risk lines. Gold has surged to record highs, and energy prices
The Turkish lira continued its freefall this year and is hovering at its record low, a trend that may continue after the recent macro data from the country. The USD/TRY exchange rate rose to 43.85, up by 2.2% from where it started the year. Turkey has released weak macro data lately The Turkish lira has
Asia’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern oil is emerging as a significant economic vulnerability, leaving the region susceptible to prolonged supply disruptions, according to ING Group. While current inflation risks are largely contained, the prospect of higher energy import costs is set to weaken trade balances, placing currencies like the Philippine Peso (PHP), Thai Baht
On Friday, we cautioned that Monday’s trading might be turbulent — though few anticipated moves of this magnitude. Over the weekend, tensions intensified dramatically after Israel and the United States carried out extensive strikes on Iranian targets, with reports claiming that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in the operation. In retaliation, Iran launched missiles
Ethereum market momentum accelerates as spot ETF inflows return and the network targets quantum-resistant upgrades through the end of the decade. The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant surge in momentum on February 26, 2026, as Ethereum (ETH) led a broader rally following renewed institutional interest and the unveiling of a comprehensive technical roadmap. Ethereum outpaced
Geopolitical tensions lift gold above $5,200, sticky inflation delays Fed cuts, and new tariffs intensify trade volatility and dollar uncertainty. The Return of the Safe Haven: Geopolitics Overpower the Fed The financial landscape is currently dominated by a resurgence in safe-haven demand, as escalating tensions between the US and Iran push Gold to unprecedented heights
his commentary is provided by Elev8, an international broker, regarding recent developments in trade tariffs. What changed in U.S. tariff policy? On 20 February, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) were unlawful. Chief Justice John Roberts stated that the 1977 law does not authorize the