Monthly Archives: March 2026
South Africa’s year-on-year GDP growth slowed to 0.8% in Q4, down from 2.1% previously
Written on March 10, 2026 at 3:05 pm, by josephine
South Africa’s GDP growth slowed to 0.8% in Q4, down from 2.1% the previous quarter.
In 2026, KOSPI’s 25% rise after 2025’s 75% surge faces volatility, questioning continued gains
Written on March 10, 2026 at 1:06 pm, by josephine
KOSPI surges despite Iran-war volatility; oil above $100 and heavyweight stocks drive wild swings, valuations attractive.
Commerzbank says Brent surged to $120 then eased after Trump signalled Iran conflict resolution was imminent
Written on March 10, 2026 at 1:05 pm, by josephine
Brent surged then eased as Trump hinted Iran conflict resolution, sanctions waiver, escorts; G7 pledged energy support.
Hardman reports the US Dollar weakened as Trump eased Middle East fears and oil retreated sharply
Written on March 10, 2026 at 1:04 pm, by josephine
Dollar weakens as Trump calms Middle East fears; oil retreats, yield spreads shift, risking reversal of gains.
Markets Seek Clarity as Oil Stakes Rise
Written on March 10, 2026 at 11:27 am, by maya
Key Takeaways As the week unfolds, attention turns to a major source of market sentiment: the intensifying political debate surrounding the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025, widely known as the CLARITY Act. The legislation was originally designed to reset the regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States. After passing the House Continue Reading
Despite a bearish bias, GBP/USD rises for a third session, nearing 1.3500 at the 50-day EMA barrier
Written on March 10, 2026 at 11:06 am, by josephine
GBP/USD nears 1.3480; bearish in descending channel. Key supports 1.3433/1.3350; resistance 1.3492, then 1.3590.
As oil prices fall, sentiment improves, prompting the US dollar to retreat in forex markets
Written on March 10, 2026 at 11:05 am, by josephine
Crude drop weakens dollar; G7 weighs reserve release amid Iran war; stocks rise, gold rebounds, majors mixed.
Sweden’s year-on-year industrial production value eased to 1.9%, down from the prior 4.2% reading
Written on March 10, 2026 at 10:16 am, by josephine
Sweden’s industrial production value increased 1.9% year-on-year in January, slowing from 4.2% previously.
Nakamura says predictable bond tapering suits the BoJ, seeking market input before June policy meeting
Written on March 10, 2026 at 10:16 am, by josephine
BoJ’s Nakamura supports predictable bond-buying reductions, plans new taper strategy for June meeting amid large market presence.
Rabobank strategists cite Brent’s wild swings, amid Hormuz threats, Saudi disruptions, G7 stockpiles and US options
Written on March 10, 2026 at 10:09 am, by josephine
Brent whipsawed as Hormuz closure threatened rapid inventory depletion; G7 release, US measures aimed to stabilize prices.
