Monthly Archives: April 2026
Rabobank’s Molly Schwartz says EU and GCC expect a US–Iran deal within six months, lifting crude near $98/bbl
Written on April 17, 2026 at 5:21 pm, by
EU and GCC expect US–Iran deal in six months; Hormuz closure lifts oil and shipping costs.
WTI oil trades near $89.60, retreating after earlier gains, as possible US-Iran talks loom ahead
Written on April 17, 2026 at 5:21 pm, by
WTI fell near $89.60 as easing supply fears, US–Iran talks, and Hormuz disruption concerns weighed.
Oil Slips as Ceasefire Cools Panic

Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:55 pm, by casandra
CL-OIL trades near 89.64 as a ceasefire and Iran talk hopes weigh on prices, though Middle East supply risks still limit downside. | VT Markets
GBP/USD slips to 1.3520 in Asia, as reduced BoE hike expectations and easing Middle East tensions weigh

Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:52 pm, by
GBP/USD extends three-day slide near 1.3520 as BoE hike bets fade; US data supports dollar.
Asian equities slip as traders take profits and question durability of a US–Iran ceasefire agreement

Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:51 pm, by
Asian stocks slid as ceasefire doubts and profit-taking outweighed optimism, while regional central bank signals stayed mixed.
Can High-End Consumer Spending Hold Up in a Slower Economy?

Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:40 pm, by casandra
BRP stock reflects premium consumer demand. Can it hold up as interest rates rise and discretionary spending slows? | VT Markets
Dividend Adjustment Notice – Apr 17 ,2026
Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:36 pm, by lucky
Dear Client, Please note that the dividends of the following products will be adjusted accordingly. Index dividends will be executed separately through a balance statement directly to your trading account, and the comment will be in the following format “Div & Product Name & Net Volume”. Please refer to the table below for more details: Continue Reading
IEA head Fatih Birol warns energy prices may rise steeply unless Hormuz Strait reopens; reserves release considered
Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:21 pm, by
IEA mulls further emergency oil release; warns Hormuz closure could raise prices, volatility; EV shift accelerates.
USD/JPY extends a rebound from 158.25, rising for three sessions and reaching mid-159.00s in Asia

Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:21 pm, by
USD/JPY rebounds from 158.25 to mid-159s as yen weakens; Middle East tensions, upbeat technicals support gains.
Cocoa Stock vs. Futures: How to Choose and Buy
Written on April 17, 2026 at 4:15 pm, by edward
Discover what Cocoa stock vs futures is. Learn the key differences, trading strategies and how to choose the right cocoa investment on MT4 and MT5. |VT Markets|