Money Briefing: Oil producers: buy the peace, not the war Strategic angle: Plus, PCE data drama Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: European markets struggle for direction as oil prices fluctuate Strategic angle: European stocks are expected to open broadly flat on Tuesday as global markets keep a close eye on volatile oil prices. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Australia raises interest rates in big week for global central banks Strategic angle: Oil disruption deepens concern that price increases could hit economy Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: 'Significant, but not catastrophic': A fall in Chinese visitors barely dents tourism numbers to Japan Strategic angle: Experts stress that Japan’s tourism portfolio is now more diversified and resilient, with Western markets also contributing strongly. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Naval escorts will not guarantee safe passage through Strait of Hormuz, says IMO chief Strategic angle: Arsenio Dominguez does not believe military protection for ships is a sustainable solution. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Who is winning the Middle East war? Strategic angle: Iran has taken a beating but it retains the advantages of geography, time and a superior tolerance for pain. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: How MBS’s bet on Iran backfired Strategic angle: Saudi Arabian détente with its regional rival has unravelled as US-Israeli war triggers furious Iranian retaliation Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Tehran prepares for a Persian new year under air assault Strategic angle: Nowruz is Iran’s biggest annual celebration but many in the capital are hunkering down amid US and Israeli strikes. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: From Vienna’s rooftops, the Kremlin is listening in Strategic angle: Russia has increased satellite dish activity on buildings it owns in Austrian capital Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Australia central bank hikes rates to a near 1-year high as Iran war raises inflation risks Strategic angle: The 25 basis points hike was in line with expectations from analysts polled by Reuters. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Ant Group unit clears regulatory step for Bright Smart takeover, sending shares up 70% Strategic angle: Shares of Bright Smart Securities surged 58% after an Ant Group unit completed the required steps to acquire Hong Kong listed brokerage Bright Smart Securities. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Oil jumps over 2% as doubts linger over U.S.-backed plan to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping Strategic angle: Oil prices surged as uncertainty surrounds the U.S.-led coalition's effectiveness in safeguarding vital shipping routes. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: UAE Reopens Airspace After Brief Shutdown Amid Regional Tensions Strategic angle: The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority temporarily closed airspace due to security concerns following Iranian attacks. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Oil gains over 2% as market weighs Iran war supply risks - Reuters Strategic angle: Oil prices rise as traders assess potential supply disruptions due to escalating tensions in Iran. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Donald Trump says he will have the ‘honour’ of ‘taking Cuba in some form’ Strategic angle: US president confirms discussions with communist island nation without sharing details Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Asia-Pacific markets open higher after oil declines sent Wall Street higher overnight Strategic angle: International benchmark Brent crude futures lost 2.84% to end at $100.21 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures dropped 5.28% to $93.50 on Monday. Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Trump says China, Japan and Korea should be ‘thanking’ US for strikes Strategic angle: President says ‘numerous’ nations vow to help protect vessels, while UK and Germany refuse to be drawn into wider war Editorial Staff Mar 17
Money Briefing: Trump says he thinks he will have the 'honor' of 'taking Cuba' Strategic angle: The president recently launched a war in Iran after topping Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro by force. Editorial Staff Mar 16
Money Trump-Xi China summit may be delayed if Trump wants to stay in Washington for Iran war: Bessent Trump's visit, scheduled for March 31-April 2, would be the first for a U.S. president since he went to the country in 2017. Editorial Staff Mar 16
Money Briefing: Moody’s warns of recession risk with high oil prices Strategic angle: Moody’s indicates that sustained elevated oil prices could lead to an unavoidable recession. Editorial Staff Mar 16