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Diesel markets, upended by Middle East conflict, threaten global economic slowdown
Surging diesel prices are threatening to slow global economic activity as the war in the Middle East pressures supplies of both the industrial fuel and the type of crude oil most suited to produce i...
Markets Increasingly Dollar-Denominated, Says ICE Chairman and CEO
Jeff Sprecher, Intercontinental Exchange chairman and CEO, joins Tim Stenovec on "Bloomberg Crypto." They discussed how digital ledgers and blockchain technology are shifting markets to 24/7, 365 trad...
Oil Markets Have Another Wild Day of Trading
Plus, about 140 U.S. troops have been injured in the Iran war, and Liza Minnelli dishes about her life.
Tom Lee: Markets will move higher in March but bear market will hit later in the year
Tom Lee, Fundstrat, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss Lee's base case for equity markets, the state of the oil complex and much more.
Larry Kudlow: Markets know our war aims have nearly been met
FOX Business host Larry Kudlow discusses the U.S. strikes on Iran and what is to come on 'Kudlow.' #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #kudlow #foxbusiness #trump #donaldtrump #mar...
Deleted Tweet From Energy Secretary Sends Oil Markets on Another Wild Ride
A now-deleted post from Energy Secretary Chris Wright whipsawed crude for the second-straight session.
Tuesday's Final Takeaways: Energy Volatility Rises as AI and Earnings Move Markets
Energy markets are rattled as U.S. gas prices hit their highest levels since July 2024 amid Middle East tensions and supply risks in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil volatility surged after conflicting signa...
Thom Tillis refuses to budge on blocking Fed chair pick Kevin Warsh confirmation
There is nothing that Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh can say to get Sen. Thom Tillis to end his blockade on Warsh's confirmation, the North Carolina Republican said at the U.S. Capitol.
How to Invest as the Iran War Evolves? Experts Say Don't Just Run for the Hills—or Buy the Dip
Investors may be having a hard time working out what's next in the Middle East. Some advisers suggest they shouldn't try.
The Market Bottom Isn't Here Yet — What to Do Now
Ross Gerber, CEO, Gerber Kawasaki, breaks down why the market isn't done falling — and where smart investors should look for opportunity before the next big move.
Energy Volatility Limiting Mag 7 AI Growth & Navigating Current Tech Trade
Marcus Bodet believes the AI trade remains in its infancy, though energy costs and bottlenecks keep the sector from rallying short-term. He sees Mag 7 firms focused on AI buildout like Alphabet (GOOGL...
Kevin Warsh faces an economic 'perfect storm' as he waits to take over as Fed chair
Kevin Warsh faces a potential buzzsaw as the next Federal Reserve chair, in the form of a Hobson's choice between fighting inflation and supporting the labor market. Brewing economic conditions sugges...
‘WE DESTROYED EVERYBODY': Markets react to claims of military superiority
‘The Big Money Show' panel reacts to President Donald Trump declaring Iran's military decimated as oil prices swing and markets bet the crisis is nearing its end.
All Eyes On Emerging Markets
Strong recent returns and a long-term case for portfolio diversification Emerging market stocks were up sharply last year, and they're continuing to do well in 2026. This often underappreciated asset ...
The Iran War Overshadowed AI and Private Credit. The Real Risks Are Still Ahead.
The Iran conflict has dominated market headlines, but investors may soon refocus on deeper risks tied to artificial intelligence spending, private credit stress, and a shifting economic outlook.
Market Flash – January 2026
Executive Summary Global equity markets started off the year on solid footing despite mounting geopolitical concerns, ranging from talks of the U.S. annexing Greenland to unrest in Iran. That said, we...
Keep Calm and Stay Invested. History Suggests Patience During Geopolitical Uncertainty
Broadening Market Leadership Persists in February Amid heightened scrutiny of AI-related capex, geopolitical tensions, and a hotter-than-expected inflation report late in the month, US large-cap equit...
Signs emerge of a thaw in the housing market
Don't look now, but the housing market seems to be showing some signs of life after being in a deep freeze since 2023.
Yardeni Sees Increased Risk of a Sharp Selloff Due to Iran War
Veteran market strategist Ed Yardeni of Yardeni Research says he doesn't see the Iran war stopping anytime soon, but he doesn't see the conflict lasting for months. That's why he sees the risks of a s...
The Big Picture: Whipsaw Price Action Impacts Investing Duration
Following a "stunning reversal" from Monday's market action, @CharlesSchwab's Nate Peterson and Mike Townsend join Sam Vadas to dissect the economic ripple effects of the ongoing situation in Iran. Na...
How to protect your portfolio from Iran-related chaos as traditional safety plays fail
For the next three months, investors should consider cutting their exposure to stocks, increase their holdings of cash, and use call options to benefit from a sudden rally.
Higher gasoline prices, volatile stocks, could hit both low- and high-income US consumers as war persists
Rising gasoline prices and a wobbly stock market are increasing the risk that the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran could hit hard among consumers across the economic spectrum in the United States, undercuttin...
CPI on tap: Inflation seemed to slow before Iran conflict jacked up oil prices. But did it really?
Oil prices have surged since the start of the conflict with Iran and American consumers are going to suffer the consequences at the gas pump, but the higher cost of energy won't show up in the latest ...
Iran: Keeping Perspective in Uncertain Times
SUMMARY The Acute geopolitical crises are typically buying opportunities for US stocks. North America has favorable oil supply characteristics, lessening economic impact.
Deutsche Bank upgrades US and European tech sector, turns 'overweight' on software
Deutsche Bank upgraded the U.S. and European technology sector to "neutral" from "underweight" on Tuesday and turned "overweight" on software, saying the months-long rout sparked by fears of AI-dri...
DAX, IBEX and TSX Forecast – Global Markets Trying to Rise
The global markets are all trying to rise early on Tuesday, as there are a lot of moving parts, and of course, there has been a lot of damage.
Oil Shock Is Taking Attention Away From Weakening Fundamentals
Wall Street ended the week decisively weaker as an extraordinary oil shock collided with mounting war risk in the Middle East. The situation forced investors to reprice inflation and growth assumption...
Don't Expect Energy Production to Bounce Back Quickly, S&P Global's Yergin Warns
The energy historian Daniel Yergin is an expert in past oil shocks in the Middle East.
February home sales see small rebound, but supply growth is 'sluggish'
Existing home sales were down 1.4% last month from February 2025. At the current sales pace, there is a 3.8-month supply of homes for sale.
Boaz Weinstein warns of private credit's “financial alchemy,” says problems are multiplying by the quarter
Boaz Weinstein, founder of Saba Capital Management, said the problems in private credit are "multiplying by the quarter." Saba, alongside Cox Capital Management, launched a tender offer to purchase 6....
US stocks open flat after Trump's comments calm nerves
US stocks traded mostly unchanged on Tuesday as investors monitored volatile oil prices and closely followed developments in the escalating conflict involving Iran. The Dow Jones Industrial Average sl...
Central Europe more resilient to supply shocks amid Iran war, S&P says
Central and Eastern Europe has become more resilient to energy supply shocks following efforts to diversify sources since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, providing buffers against the economic ...
US Dollar Is Still the Dominant Currency, Temasek CEO Says
"We'll continue to invest significantly in the US and US dollar denominated assets," Temasek CEO Dilhan Pillay Sandrasegara says during a discussion with Bloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz at Bloomberg Inves...
Korea stock-market action was ‘textbook bubble,' say Bank of America strategists
The whipsaw moves in South Korean stocks last week were examples of a textbook bubble, Bank of America's equity strategists say.
Former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein: Iran war won't last very long 'because it can't'
Former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein speaks to Andrew Ross Sorkin at The 92nd Street Y about his memoir "Streetwise," and shares his thoughts on the Iran war and the impact on the markets.
Treasury Yields Slightly Lower as U.S. Says War's End Is Near
Treasury yields were little changed as the Trump administration said the war in Iran is near an end but not quite there yet.
European equities recover from 2-month lows
European equities stage a rebound amid renewed hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East.
Trump Soothes Market's Iran Fears. Why the Threat's Not Over for Stocks, Oil.
Diesel fuel prices are sending an economic warning, airlines face higher jet fuel prices, long security lines, Oracle's cloud push is fueling growth, and more news to start your day.
Return to the 2022 stock-market playbook as Iran conflict drags on, say these strategists
Barclays says the chasm between winning and losing stocks in 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine was huge. Here are their style picks.
Stock Markets Are Following the Trump Crisis Playbook
President Donald Trump sees the war in Iran ending ‘very soon,'adding that oil prices will decline quickly and shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz would return to normal.
Saudi Aramco CEO Warns Of ‘Catastrophic Consequences' From Iran War—Crude Prices Remain Volatile
After rising to nearly $120 per barrel early on Monday, the global benchmark Brent Crude Intermediate fell sharply below $90 as President Donald Trump signalled that the war with Iran could be nearing...
Board games firm set for first listing on Britain's private stock market
A board games developer is set to become the first company to list its shares on Britain's new private stock market later this month, in a deal that will take place on a rival platform to that opera...
Oil Falls, Stocks Gain as Trump Comments Prompt Cautious Optimism
U.S. stock futures rose and Treasury yields slid as traders took encouragement from Trump's comments that the conflict in Iran would end very soon.
China's OpenClaw Craze Buoys Tech Stocks, Fuels AI Pivot
The open-source AI assistant can make and carry out decisions on the user's behalf, and has become a hit in China's tech community.
Trump hints at oil sanctions relief to aid global markets
U.S. President Donald Trump hails the war effort in Iran as ‘very complete' and has suggested some oil sanctions could be eased to shore up confidence in the market. However, Trump warned Iran could b...
Traders were certain of rate cuts this year - until they weren't. What happened?
CNBC's Karen Tso takes a look at money markets' re-evaluation of the path ahead for monetary policy following the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Stocks Rally is Vulnerable to News: 3-Minutes MLIV
Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." Chapters: 00:00:00 - MLIV 00:00:05 - Trump on Iran...
Why Younger Americans Are More Optimistic About the Economy
How do Americans feel about the economy right now? That may depend on whether they remember the rise of disco and the fall of parachute pants.
Stock Market Today: Oil Futures Slide After Trump Comments; Dow Futures Edge Up
Gold prices rise; President Trump signals Iran war could end soon
CNBC Daily Open: Markets recover as Trump hints Iran war is nearing its end
Trump said that he was considering seizing control of the Strait of Hormuz. He also said in a press conference that the war will end "very soon.
SPY Calls Soar Over 24,000% After Trump Says Iran War 'Complete,' But Key Crash Signal Still Looms
The S&P 500 and the ETF tracking it, State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE: SPY), experienced a historic bout of intraday volatility on Monday as a sudden military victory claim from President Don...
Investors are WRESTLING with this, expert reveals
Empower chief investment strategist Marta Norton analyzes how investors should ride market volatility on 'The Claman Countdown.' #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #foxbusiness #t...
Oil Retreats, Asia Equities Rebound After Trump Says Iran War Could End Soon
Concerns over oil supply may also have been eased by comments from G-7 finance ministers that they are ready to take necessary actions to support energy supplies.
Watch Pres. Trump's full address on Iran War from Miami
President Donald Trump addresses the press on latest on Iran War from Miami.
Budget deficit hits $1 trillion in first five months of fiscal year: CBO
Federal budget deficit reached $1 trillion in five months through February 2026 as tax revenue jumped $206 billion due to higher income tax and tariff collections, CBO data shows.
'VERY UNCERTAIN TIME': Mohamed El-Erian warns markets face more violent shocks
Allianz chief economic advisor Mohamed El-Erian discusses the shocks hitting the markets, stagflation fears and the Federal Reserve on 'Making Money.'
Why Iranian Regime Change Would Transform Global Energy Markets
It has one of the largest oil industries in the world, but it has been strangled for years by international sanctions.
Review & Preview: Mission Accomplished?
A Tale of Two Markets. The stock market mounted its biggest comeback in nearly a year after President Donald Trump suggested the war in Iran could be over sooner than expected.
Jim Cramer says don't make any sudden stocks moves on Trump-fueled rally
CNBC's Jim Cramer said the stock market isn't in the clear yet despite Trump's remarks that the war with Iran may be nearing an end. "Look, It's a tall order for the war to be over," he said.
Fed officials closely monitor Iran conflict for potential inflation impact
Hostilities with Iran pose a potential risk for higher inflation as Federal Reserve policymakers monitor the energy price impact ahead of their next meeting to discuss rate cuts.
Ted Weisberg's Volatility Investment Strategy & "Sell Energy, Buy Airlines" Trade
Wall Street legend Ted Weisberg tells investors to "not be a hero" and "pick bottoms" of stocks in a time of extreme volatility like this. He says now is an opportunity to lighten portfolios from some...
Diversification in a New Bond Era
Investors typically regard bonds as a safe haven because of their reputation for having lower risk and lower return profile. For investors preparing for retirement, or those already in retirement, a c...
Global stock markets jolt after surge in oil prices as attacks in the Middle East continue
Stock markets shuddered worldwide Monday on worries about whether the global economy can withstand spiking prices for oil, which briefly got to nearly $120 per barrel, their highest level since four s...
Dow bounces back from 800-point drop — but stagflation fears remain as Iran conflict continues
Oil prices could surge past $150 a barrel and trigger a “stagflation” crisis at home if the war in Iran rages on for another four or five weeks, experts told The Post.
Big Tech stocks are quietly gaining momentum, but don't expect the bounce to last
After months of investors rotating into value stocks and small caps, the escalating conflict in Iran has abruptly triggered a flight back to the comfort of the familiar. With oil prices CL.1-5.67% BRN...
Stocks Mount Comeback After Trump Remarks | Closing Bell
Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Katie Greifeld, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec.
US stocks rebound sharply after Trump says Iran war ‘very complete'
US stock indices reversed sharply into the green on Monday after President Donald Trump told CBS News senior White House correspondent that the US-Israel war against Iran is effectively over. The Dow ...
Tokenized Stocks Are Coming to a Market Near You: Five Things to Know
Big U.S. exchanges are working on plans to offer digital tokens that mimic shares and trade 24/7.
50 years of oil-price shocks have taught us that only 2 things matter to markets right now
Virtually every major asset class has been stung by volatility over the past week as the combined U.S. and Israeli assault on Iran caused one of the most rapid spikes in crude-oil prices on record.
Surging oil drives worries for US stock investors
A stunning surge in oil prices above $100 a barrel is rattling U.S. stock investors, as they brace for an even sharper rise in energy prices that could stagger the economy and further damage equities.
Cathie Wood's ARK Warns Of AI Hunger Games: 'Not Every Company Will Survive'
The explosive boom in artificial intelligence is creating enormous wealth and technological breakthroughs—but it may also leave a trail of casualties.
Are Investors Prepared for 'More Violent and Frequent Shocks' This Year?
Stock-market jitters are back. But some experts think investors aren't jittery enough.
Asia's Market Selloff Could Be a Warning Sign for U.S. Investors as Iran Conflict Escalates
Selloffs in South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan highlight supply-chain and energy risks that could eventually spill into U.S. markets as the Iran conflict escalates.
4th Quarter Review: From Momentum to Selectivity
During the fourth quarter of 2025, U.S. financial markets extended their advance while navigating a narrowing margin for error across policy, valuation, and economic data. The period was defined by a ...
Iran Conflict Rocks Markets — But Supercharges US Defense Primes
Defense giants are emerging as relative winners from the Iran war and the oil shock roiling global markets, with investors flocking to the largest U.S. primes as hedges against escalating conflict and...
Fears of 1970s-style stagflation arise with oil spike to $100. How big a threat is it?
With oil spiking to $100 a barrel and the job market essentially paralyzed, the threat of stagflation again is looming over the U.S. economy and financial markets. High inflation and slow growth prese...
How Middle East turmoil will impact the ongoing market sector rotation
Main Management CEO Kim Arthur tells CNBC's Dominic Chu on ‘Halftime Report' what he's seeing in his sector rotation fund, and whether the volatility is exacerbating that trend - or reversing it.
Oil Prices Are at a Four-Year High—and Some Experts Warn of a Possible Recession
The price of oil continued to surge Monday as the war in Iran stretched into its second week, raising questions about its effect on consumers, markets and the global economy.
Trump's War Becomes World's Latest Economic Hazard
The president insists conflict with Iran will be brief, but world leaders are preparing for severe economic blowback.
Higher oil prices will push U.S. inflation rate to 3% this year, El-Erian says
Higher prices will push inflation upward in 2025, limiting the Federal Reserve's ability to cushion the soft U.S. labor market, said former Pimco CEO Mohamed El-Erian.
Higher Oil Prices Could Reverse One Of This Year's Biggest Trades
A big story in 2026 has been how well international markets have done, especially South Korea. At its peak in late February, the KOSPI, South Korea's main stock index, was up nearly 50% year todate.
Crude Falls Below $100 As Trump Mulls Emergency Reserve Release: What's Moving Markets Monday?
Wall Street opened the week still in negative territory as tensions in the Middle East continued to ripple across global markets.
Back to the 1970s? Investors brace for a return of stagflation
Investors are now seriously considering the possibility that war in the Middle East could create a stagflationary shock, just as it did 50 years ago, when disruption to global energy supplies sent in...
Why Panic Markets Create The Best Buying Opportunities
Stocks are lower, oil is surging, and volatility is spiking — Joe Tigay of the Rational Equity Armor Fund reveals where smart investors are finding opportunity and how to profit from the chaos.
Higher Oil Could Reverse One Of 2026'S Biggest Trades
A big story in 2026 has been how well international markets have done, especially South Korea. At its peak in late February, the KOSPI, South Korea's main stock index, was up nearly 50% year-to-date.
Understanding Correlation
Correlation is often a misunderstood descriptive statistic in financial markets. A common mistake is accepting the average correlation without considering the variation around it.
Exclusive: Trump reviews options to curb energy prices as Iran strikes roil markets
U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to review as early as Monday a set of options to tame oil prices, which have spiked to more than $100 a barrel due to the Iran war, according to two people fam...
US and China clash over fentanyl and tariffs at global drugs meeting
The United States and China traded barbs at a U.N. drugs meeting on Monday, with Washington accusing Beijing of failing to stop sales of precursor chemicals for fentanyl and China dismissing the alle...
Oil Is Already Near a Price That Hurts the Economy
The U.S. economy remains more reliant on oil than others, making it harder for consumers to shield themselves from rising gasoline prices.
The stock market is still priced for ‘absolute chaos,' but the worst-case scenario will be avoided, Nomura strategist predicts
Equities are likely to grind sideways but a full-on rout will probably not happen, disappointing those who have been betting on one, Charlie McElligott said.
January 2026 Market Commentary
The financial markets had another strong year in 2025 with most of the major asset classes having a positive year. In addition, most of the broad asset classes closed the year with a strong 4th quarte...
Dow Stock Jumps. A Plastic Product Is Proving Profitable.
RBC analyst Arun Viswanathan upgraded shares to Buy from Hold. His price target went to $40 from $29 a share.
Dow sinks 800 points as stagflation panic sends Wall Street into freefall
Wall Street opened Monday to a continuation of last week's carnage as the Dow Jones shed over 800 points in early trade. The indices were dragged lower by a double-shot of pain: oil surging past $100 ...
Energy Shock May Impact Consumer Spending, George Says
Rising energy prices and uncertainty brought on by tariffs creates "heightened risk around consumer spending and growth," says former Kansas City Fed President Esther George. She speaks on Bloomberg S...
Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton on regulating prediction markets
Jay Clayton, U.S. Attorney for Southern District of New York and former SEC chair, discusses regulating prediction markets.
DAX, CAC and FTSE Forecast – European Area Sees Stock Market Recovery
The European indices all plunged in early trading on Monday, as the war continues to take front and center stage. The later hours then we saw buyers jumping into the market.
Michael Burry Targets Trump As Oil Soars: 'Falling Stock Market Is His Kryptonite'
Michael Burry is warning that President Donald Trump may have stumbled into a geopolitical spiral where a plunging stock market again becomes his political "kryptonite" just as oil rips higher on the ...
The global economy is subject to more violent and frequent shocks, says Mohamed El-Erian
Mohamed El-Erian, The Wharton School Rene Kern professor and Allianz chief economic advisor, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, impact of the Iran war, state of the economy, healt...
Citi's Kate Moore Sees Safety in US Large Cap Stocks
Kate Moore, CIO at Citi Wealth, says the resilience in equity markets amid the war with Iran is coming from the US large cap space.
Why this country's bond yields have been surging more than others after Iran attack
U.K. government bonds have been particularly hard hit by surging oil prices as investors bet inflationary pressures will quickly build in Britain and force the Bank of England to raise interest rates.