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Apr 2026
Netanyahu said Trump insists on maintaining the Hormuz Strait blockade, while Israel pursues a historic Lebanon deal

Netanyahu says historic Lebanon deal possible, accepts ten-day ceasefire, demands Hezbollah dismantled, Israel retains security zone.

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Apr 2026
WTI crude drops towards $80, as Iran reopens Hormuz Strait, calming supply concerns after $90 spike

WTI crude plunged to $81.50 after Iran declared Strait of Hormuz open, easing blockade disruption fears.

18

Apr 2026
Deutsche Bank says political risk drove up 10-year gilt yields after Mandelson’s security clearance was reportedly overruled

UK 10-year gilt yields jumped after Mandelson vetting report, fuelling leadership-change fears and looser fiscal outlook.

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Apr 2026
Nordea analysts expect the ECB to raise rates by 25bp four times from June as inflation persists

Nordea forecasts four ECB 25bp hikes from June, despite ceasefire; resilient economy and sticky core inflation.

18

Apr 2026
Markets move on risk sentiment as Iran’s minister says Hormuz shipping stays open during ceasefire period

Iran says Strait of Hormuz fully open during Lebanon ceasefire; Trump confirms passage, markets rise, dollar slips.

18

Apr 2026
Lagarde told the IMF committee that ECB inflation may exceed expectations outlined in its baseline forecast

Lagarde warned euro area inflation uncertainty rose after Middle East war, with upside risks from wages, expectations.

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