INFLATION CONCERNS PERSIST DESPITE FALLING OIL PRICES Oil prices fell approximately 20% over the week, dropping below $100 per barrel amid expectations that the conflict with Iran could come to an end. However, elevated energy and food costs, alongside signs of slowing global growth, continue to fuel concerns that inflation may remain persistent and central […]

OIL PRICES PLUNGE AS US-IRAN PEACE HOPES GROW Brent crude fell nearly 9% to below $100 per barrel as the Democrats’ midterm election victory raised expectations of reduced US involvement in the Iran conflict and a potential easing of supply risks. The sharp decline in energy prices supported global bond markets, pushed the US dollar […]

U.S. MIDTERMS, WEAKER DOLLAR & METAL DIVERGENCE IN FOCUS Oil: Brent slipped toward $103 despite an unexpected 5.27-million-barrel draw in U.S. crude inventories, as investors focused on potential progress in Middle East peace talks. Equities: U.S. futures fell as early election results pointed to Democratic gains, raising uncertainty over Trump’s economic agenda and potential regulatory […]

OIL RETREAT, ELECTION UNCERTAINTY & METAL RECOVERY IN FOCUS Oil: Crude prices dropped around 6% as renewed U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts raised hopes of easing supply disruptions in the Middle East. Equities: Lower energy prices supported risk appetite, while AI investment concerns and this week’s major tech earnings remain key tests for equity markets. Gold & […]

OIL EASES, GOLD STABILIZES & AI CONCERNS WEIGH ON EQUITIES Oil: Brent remains above $112 despite easing as renewed U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts raise hopes of reduced supply disruptions. OPEC+ will keep December output unchanged. Equities: Technology stocks remain under pressure as investors reassess AI spending returns and the risk of further forced liquidations. Gold & […]

Global Markets Slide as AI Spending Fears Trigger Flight to Safety Tech Sell-Off Deepens: Asian stocks tumbled as investors questioned whether massive AI investments will generate sufficient returns. Alphabet Loses $500 Billion: Alphabet shares plunged 12.6%, wiping out approximately $500 billion in market value as heavy AI spending pushed cash flow into negative territory. Intel […]

Dollar Steady as Fed Rate Hold Leaves Policy Outlook Uncertain Fed Holds Rates: The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged in a 10–2 vote, citing a stronger economic outlook while awaiting fresh inflation and employment data. Warsh’s Dovish Signal: Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s press conference offered no clear guidance on the next rate move, prompting […]

Global Market News Summary — 28 October 2026 The Nasdaq futures closed at 290804 up or 1.18%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.60% . The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index gained 3.60% as chips rallied for a third straight session, after Anthropic filed a Form S-1 with the SEC for a planned Nasdaq listing under the ticker […]

Global Market News Summary — 27 October 2026 The Nasdaq Composite closed Monday up 0.82%. Tech led gains after AI developer Anthropic filed its prospectus to go public, seeking a Nasdaq listing under the ticker “ANT”. Meta Platforms fell 2% after filing to raise capital for AI infrastructure, while Tesla gained over 5%. The advance […]

Oil Falls From Six-Month Highs as Hopes for Middle East De-escalation Rise Oil Prices Retreat: WTI crude fell toward $101 per barrel, while Brent dropped to around $114.50 after last week’s sharp rally. Diplomatic Efforts Raise Hopes: Qatari mediators traveled to Tehran to help de-escalate regional tensions in coordination with the United States. Saudi Arabia […]