The BoC maintains its overnight rate as inflation and energy costs fuel concerns over a potential economic downturn. The Bank of Canada left its overnight rate unchanged at 2.25% in June, citing persistent inflation risks and high energy prices. Policymakers remain cautiou
Japan secured July oil volumes matching last year’s levels by diversifying suppliers amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Japan has matched its July oil import volumes to year-ago levels despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, according to procurement data. The country
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard declares the Strait of Hormuz closed, escalating tensions and lifting oil prices amid US strikes on Iranian targets. Brent crude prices approached USD 95 per barrel after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and reporte
Ongoing US-Iran talks ease geopolitical tensions, prompting a 2.5% decline in WTI oil prices to $88.00 amid reduced risk premiums. Diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran remain on course despite recent military exchanges, a diplomatic source confirmed. The US Central C
US-Iran talks remain on track despite Gulf military clashes The diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran are ongoing, with both sides combining military pressure and diplomacy. The latest clashes saw limited strikes and retaliatory actions, but neither side
The investment firm warns AI-driven gains may concentrate in tech, defense, and power while starving other sectors. KKR expects artificial intelligence to drive a prolonged productivity boom but cautions growth will favor a handful of industries. The firm’s mid-year report
Rising crude prices and US-Iran tensions drive the USD/INR pair higher, weakening the INR amid India’s heavy oil import dependence. The Indian Rupee (INR) fell against the US Dollar (USD) at Thursday’s open, with the USD/INR pair climbing to near 95.65. The decline follows
Escalating Middle East conflict drives oil prices higher while regional equities show mixed performance amid geopolitical uncertainty. Asian equities displayed mixed trading patterns Thursday as investors assessed rising tensions in the Middle East after fresh U.S. militar
Georgia's central bank buys $100m more gold The National Bank of Georgia purchased an additional $100m in gold, lifting reserves to a record $7bn. This move is part of a larger global trend, with central banks buying over 970 tons of gold in the first quarter alone
Iran fires missiles at Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain Iran has launched a simultaneous attack on Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, widening the conflict beyond direct US-Iran exchanges. The attack draws multiple Gulf states into active defense postures and raises the risk
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