Monthly Archives: March 2026
The AI Revolution Still Depends on Oil — Here’s Why
Written on March 10, 2026 at 10:19 pm, by josephine
Artificial intelligence may power the future, but it still relies on oil. Discover how energy, infrastructure, and geopolitics support the AI revolution.
Nordea’s chief analyst says Sweden’s recovery remains intact despite January GDP drop, with services growing
Written on March 10, 2026 at 10:01 pm, by josephine
Sweden’s January GDP fell 1.1% monthly; war uncertainty likely keeps Riksbank cautious, wait-and-see stance.
Nomura expects the ECB to keep rates unchanged until 2026, if energy futures return pre-conflict levels
Written on March 10, 2026 at 9:03 pm, by josephine
Nomura expects ECB rates steady through 2026, but sustained higher energy prices could force multiple hikes.
Commerzbank’s Fritsch says oil hinges on Iran and Hormuz risks, despite reserve releases and OECD stockpiles
Written on March 10, 2026 at 9:02 pm, by josephine
Oil surged over 20% on Iran-Hormuz fears; gains faded as markets weighed reserves, shale response, reopening.
TD Securities’ Daniel Ghali observes gold demand stayed weak after war began, with OTC interest fading quickly
Written on March 10, 2026 at 7:03 pm, by josephine
TD Securities sees waning gold demand, summer-like volumes, lower leverage, ETF holdings, and fewer inflow catalysts.
Commerzbank’s Baur says China’s strong ore imports boost copper output, while Congo supply faces risk
Written on March 10, 2026 at 6:03 pm, by josephine
China’s early metal imports diverged: iron ore and copper ore rose, while raw copper fell. Supply risks loom.
BBH’s Elias Haddad says AUD/USD rises beyond 0.7100, targeting 0.7150; RBA hike expectations persist
Written on March 10, 2026 at 6:01 pm, by josephine
AUD/USD climbed above 0.7100 toward 0.7150 as softened labour sentiment shaped cautious RBA hike expectations.
HSBC’s Willem Sels says oil volatility shapes global assets, with Brent ranging between USD83 and USD120
Written on March 10, 2026 at 5:02 pm, by josephine
Oil drives markets as Brent swings wildly; sustained high prices threaten growth, inflation, and investor positioning.
Simkus urges calm ahead of the ECB policy meeting, warning against overreaction to Middle East conflict developments
Written on March 10, 2026 at 4:03 pm, by josephine
Simkus urges ECB calm on Middle East war risks; decision data-driven; deeper crisis may hit growth, inflation.
In January, Greece’s year-on-year industrial output increased to 5.3%, up from 3.9% previously
Written on March 10, 2026 at 4:02 pm, by josephine
Greece’s industrial production grew 5.3% year-on-year in January, accelerating from a 3.9% increase previously.
