Monthly Archives: April 2026
Amid unresolved geopolitical tensions and sustained structural demand, OCBC strategists say gold steadied after an early dip
Written on April 14, 2026 at 2:19 pm, by josephine
Gold steadied after dipping, supported by geopolitical uncertainty and structural demand; near-term direction hinges on ceasefire news.
In March, America’s NFIB Business Optimism Index was 95.8, missing forecasts of 98.6
Written on April 14, 2026 at 1:22 pm, by josephine
NFIB’s U.S. Business Optimism Index slipped to 95.8 in March, missing expectations of 98.6.
Deutsche Bank says Brent fell under $100 as US–Iran deal hopes reduce stagflation shock fears
Written on April 14, 2026 at 1:19 pm, by josephine
Brent crude slipped below $100 on US–Iran deal hopes; stocks rose, futures signaled lower prices ahead.
Markets brighten as European shares follow a US rally, with UK gains lagging in the recovery
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:52 pm, by josephine
Global stocks rose as oil dipped below $100; markets shifted focus to BP, earnings, and central banks.
Spain’s nine-month Letras auction yield increased to 2.461%, up from the prior 2.164% in latest results
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:49 pm, by josephine
Spain’s 9-month Letras auction yield rose to 2.461% from 2.164%, increasing short-term government borrowing costs.
Spain’s 3-month Letras auction yield rose to 2.111%, up from the previous 1.964% at latest sale
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:22 pm, by josephine
Spain’s 3-month Letras yield climbed to 2.111% from 1.964%, signaling higher short-term borrowing costs.
Rehn warns Middle East conflict damage to energy infrastructure may lift inflation, with uncertain medium-term consequences
Written on April 14, 2026 at 12:19 pm, by josephine
Rehn warned Middle East energy infrastructure damage may prolong inflation pressures; ECB stays data-dependent and backs green transition.
Pesole says ECB officials may stay hawkish amid Gulf tensions; markets price April tightening and two more hikes
Written on April 14, 2026 at 11:53 am, by josephine
Lagarde speaks in Washington; ECB officials stay hawkish as Gulf volatility drives tightening bets and euro outlook.
As inflation worries ease, Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures edge higher; traders watch US-Iran talks
Written on April 14, 2026 at 11:49 am, by josephine
US stock futures rise as oil falls, easing inflation fears; Fed cautious; Iran talks resume; bank earnings awaited.
UOB strategists say AUD/USD is overextended after rebounding, may test 0.7120 but struggle at 0.7155
Written on April 14, 2026 at 11:22 am, by josephine
AUD/USD rebounded to 0.7101, eyes 0.7120; resistance 0.7155. Support 0.7030; multi-week bias lower.
