With US strikes hitting Tehran and threats swirling around the Strait of Hormuz, investors are weighing geopolitics against portfolio stability and the potential for soaring oil prices. Strike One: Oil Spikes and Stocks Sputter The US launched precision strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities late June 21, prompting a knee‑jerk lift in oil. Brent jumped […]
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Home » Markets » Bitcoin crashes as Iranian Parliament approval of Hormuz Strait closure threatens oil disruption, stokes global inflation The decision still requires approval from Iran’s Supreme National Security Council and ultimate authorization by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photo: AI/ Crypto Briefing Key Takeaways Bitcoin price dropped as Iran’s Parliament approved the closure
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Open this photo in gallery: People walk in front of television screens displaying U.S. President Donald Trump’s address to the nation, on Saturday. Eduardo Munoz/Reuters A U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear sites on Saturday could lead to a knee-jerk reaction in global markets when they reopen, sending oil prices higher and triggering a rush to
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U.S., Israel and Iran flags are seen in this illustration taken June 18, 2025. Dado Ruvic | Reuters Oil prices fell about 2% on Friday, as President Donald Trump holds off for now on helping Israel to destroy OPEC member Iran’s nuclear program. Global benchmark Brent fell $1.84, or 2.33%, to close at $77.01 per
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Oil drilling rigs Oil prices closed lower on Friday as negotiations between European countries and Iran started, while new US sanctions on Tehran raised the likelihood of a diplomatic settlement with Washington over its nuclear program. Brent crude futures for August delivery fell by 2.33%, or $1.84, to $77.01 a barrel. Despite the daily loss,
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The US Federal Reserve began its fourth meeting this year on June 17, having kept interest rates unchanged in its January, March, and May meetings despite mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to lower borrowing costs. But will the central bank finally respond to his repeated calls amid rising trade and military tensions? A Pause…
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Published: Jun 18, 2025, 06:18 GMT+00:00 Key Points: UK inflation cooled to 3.4% in May, fueling speculation about BoE rate cut bets amid slowing economic momentum. Core inflation dropped to 3.5%, below forecasts, supporting expectations of easing monetary policy. Sticky services inflation may delay BoE cuts despite weakening GDP and retail demand concerns. UK Inflation
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