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Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher

Global financial markets have been under pressure as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran threatens the fragile ceasefire reached last month. Fresh U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf, and Washington’s decision to restore sanctions on Iranian oil have reignited concerns over energy supplies. The [] The post Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Oil off its highs but risks return

Oil prices came under significant pressure following the temporary deal between the US and Iran. But the recent flare-up in hostilities poses risks. The key factors for the outlook remain the sustainability of the Persian Gulf supply recovery and how soon Chinese buying returns to the market

Markets Are Buying Into Less Uncertainty: Capital.com

Kyle Rodda of Capital.com shares his views on the de-dollarization trade and market volatility. He says it shouldn't be understated how significant it is that the United States is inviting Iran, effectively, back into global trade, selling its oil into global markets. (Source: Bloomberg)

Azerbaijan prepares first Sukuk sale in push to broaden capital markets

For Azerbaijan, integrating this asset-backed architecture into its financial framework serves a multi-layered strategic purpose, starting with an influx of foreign direct investment that has historically remained out of reach. The global Islamic finance market controls trillions of dollars, concentrated heavily within the cash-rich sovereign wealth and private equity funds of the Gulf Cooperation Council nations.

US stocks chalk up biggest quarterly gain in six years

Investors navigate Iran war fallout, chip stock volatility and blockbuster SpaceX IPO

Asian stocks are mixed and oil prices slip after Iran and US launch fresh attacks

Shares are mixed in Asia and oil prices have stabilized as conflict escalated in the Middle East, with Iran and the U.S. launching fresh attacks.

Live markets: Second day of U.S, Iran conflict keeps markets volatile as oil drops

Live markets: Second day of U.S, Iran conflict keeps markets volatile as oil drops

Commodities: Oil Sells Off As U.S. Eases Sanctions On Iran

Commodities: Oil Sells Off As U.S. Eases Sanctions On Iran

Renewed Fighting in Iran Revives Potential for a ‘Cascade’ of Economic Consequences

Renewed Fighting in Iran Revives Potential for a ‘Cascade’ of Economic Consequences

What will happen to Iran? Analyst Ali Siadatan weighs in

What will happen to Iran? Analyst Ali Siadatan weighs in

Unraveling U.S. sanctions on Iran unlikely to be quick or easy

At issue is whether an interim U.S. deal with Iran can translate into lasting economic relief.

Wall Street Thinks Trumpflation Has Peaked, but There's an Unpleasant Surprise Looming for President Trump and Investors

The effects of the Iran war are spilling over into the broader economy.

Iran sees capital market among its key priorities - minister

Iran sees capital market among its key priorities - minister

US Conditions for Iran

And what of theirs for America?

Seeking a post-war order in Gulf: Can Riyadh expand its regional footprint?

The war launched by Israel and the U.S. against Iran has challenged the assumptions and practices underpinning the existing regional order in the Gulf. The impact of the conflict e...

Renewed U.S.-Iran Fighting Could Trigger Middle East Oil Market Share Battle

Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has shattered expectations of a lasting ceasefire, bringing fresh concerns over prolonged oil supply disruptions from the Middle East. The conflict has reignited debate over the stability of global crude markets, with traders and analysts watching closely for any signs of escalating disruption to regional production. Speculation [] The post Renewed U.S.-Iran Fighting Could Trigger Middle East Oil Market Share Battle appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

US Market Outlook: Downside risk

The US benchmark indices look vulnerable to fall more

Trump, Vance Tout Iran Deal as Payday for US Farmers, but Iran Denies It

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance say their interim deal to end the war with Iran will deliver a financial windfall to American farmers. But the Iranians deny it. And, in the absence of more details, sanctions experts are flummoxed over exactly how billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian assets would make their []...Click to read more

Global investors back the Gulf: New multinational survey by Consulum and HarrisX

Global Investors Back the Gulf: New Multinational Survey by Consulum and HarrisX Reveals Strong Confidence in the Region, Rising Global Standing, and Positive Expectations for a US–Iran Deal International investor poll across five major economies finds the Gulf’s economic standing strong and global investors looking to GCC states to help broker regional peace. Waqar Naseem [] The post Global investors back the Gulf: New multinational survey by Consulum and HarrisX appeared first on Riyadh Xpress.

US To Ensure Any Unfrozen Iranian Funds Won't Finance Terrorism: JD Vance

Iran has been subject to asset freezes and sweeping sanctions by the United States and other Western countries since its 1979 Islamic revolution that toppled the US-backed Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.

Gulf countries to fund $300 billion reconstruction in Iran if peace talks go through

ALBAWABA - Qatari PM, Sheikh Mohammad, said that Gulf states could play a role in financing reconstruction in Iran, however, 300 billion seems ‘aspirational’ he says...

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Fires Missiles at Ships Near Hormuz

The attacks could complicate negotiations to end the U.S. war with Iran.

Qatar says proposed $300B Iran reconstruction fund remains 'aspirational'

Gulf states could finance fund if Tehran, US reach final settlement, Qatari premier Sheikh Mohammed says

The US has reimposed Iran’s oil sanctions. What does that mean for Tehran?

The United States’ decision to reimpose penalties on sales of Iranian oil is a serious knock to Tehran, which had hoped for an economic windfall following decades of American sanctions. The temporary sanctions waiver removed penalties on foreign investors buying Iran’s oil. It was a key concession by the US, made in exchange for Iran The post The US has reimposed Iran’s oil sanctions. What does that mean for Tehran? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

World : Vance Says Unfreezing Iranian Assets Would Benefit US, Strengthen West Asia Security

WASHINGTON, June 22 (Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti) -- Unfreezing Iranian assets would benefit the United States (US) and help strengthen the security architecture in West Asia, US Vice President JD Vance said on Monday, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.

Could oil prices spike further? Inside the fragile US-Iran stance in the Gulf

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated after attacks on commercial vessels. Iran's objective appears to be expanding its strategic influence over the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf nations are remaining cautious to avoid direct involvement in the confrontation. Crude oil prices are expected to remain elevated due to ongoing geopolitical risks. India, a major oil importer, faces increased vulnerability from these market developments.

US and Iran exchange intensifying fire across the Gulf, threatening the interim deal to end war

The United States has launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran responded by targeting Gulf countries. The exchange of fire threatened an interim deal intended to help end the war in the Middle East. Back-and-forth attacks have repeatedly threatened the ceasefire, but Thursday’s appeared b...

Israel Katz says ‘Economic Campaign’ Key Issue Against Iran

Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz says the “economic campaign against Iran” is a key issue for Israeli security, as US-Iran diplomacy ramps up to reach a final settlement to end the Middle East war.

Trump administration upends decades of U.S. policy to give Iran what it desperately wants

Iran can now sell oil on the open market, receive higher prices and be paid in dollars. It could be an enormous economic boon for the country. The post Trump administration upends decades of U.S. policy to give Iran what it desperately wants appeared first on MS NOW.

Number of ships crossing Strait of Hormuz falls by 80% amid escalation — Bloomberg

This is due to carriers' concerns over the latest escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran

How America’s Leaders’ Attempts To Dominate The World Are Weakening One Of Our Greatest Advantages

Washington’s attempts to dominate global finance through tight sanctions could be strengthening America’s adversaries. Iran has been avoiding U.S. sanctions by using Chinese yuan to sell its oil, the Wall Street Journal

Saudi Arabia to host Gulf–Iran 'reconciliation summit'

Persian Gulf relations were heavily strained by the US-Israeli war on Iran, which engulfed all of West Asia

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JUST IN: US blocks sale of Iranian oil again after Iran struck tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.US says Iran will only reap benefits if they exhibit good behavior.@BRICSNews

New escalation – Is the conflict on the verge of spreading?

Iran’s latest attacks show that Tehran can easily disrupt maritime traffic, energy markets, and draw neighboring countries into the conflict. How much leverage does Tehran have over Washington, and could this strategy ultimately backfire?

Tehran gets temporary relief as US waives sanctions on Iranian oil till August 21

The United States has temporarily opened the door to Iranian oil sales and dollar-denominated payments, marking the first major sanctions relief for Tehran since President Donald Trump reimposed sweeping curbs in 2018. The US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued General Licence X, authorising transactions related to the production, sale, transportation []

The tenuous state of a US-Iran ceasefire renews anxiety over high fuel prices

The potential unraveling of a fragile truce between Iran and the United States has renewed anxiety over fuel prices

Iran holds U.S. to account on peace deal, warning broken promises fuel decades of distrust

(NaturalNews) The peace deal with Iran is already in danger. The United States and Iran are locked in a diplomatic standoff over a fragile memorandum of understandi...