# news_items

title: US admiral: Iran's ballistic missile attacks have decreased by 90%
published_at: 2026-03-05T22:35:38Z
hash: e2ded4f2c1e1db2027ec0f80b9a676e487d7cee328a743e14285e0d555b490e8
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url:
https://investinglive.com/news/us-admiral-irans-ballistic-missile-attacks-have-decreased-by-90-20260305/

summary:
CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper is highlighting something that markets should keep in mind: "If I just look back over the last 24 hours of the operation compared to the where we were to start, ballistic missile attacks have decreased by 90%... Drone attacks have decreased by 83%... we’re now up over 30 ships [destroyed]."He also highlighted one of the goals of the operation:"[Trump] gave us another task — to raze or level Iran’s ballistic missile industrial base. We’re not just hitting what they have, were destroying their ability to rebuild...we will systemically dismantle Iran’s missile production capability for the future, and that’s absolutely in progress."How hard are they hitting? "In just the last 72 hours, America's bomber force has struck nearly 200 targets deep inside of Iran... In just the last hour, U.S. B-2 bombers dropped dozen of 2,000lb Penetrator bombs targeting deeply buried ballistic missile launchers."My guess (and it's truly a guess) is that Trump really has a 4-5 week target in mind where they will relentlessly bomb Iran and then he will declare that Iran's ability to wage war is basically toast and he will declare victory.At some point Iran will regroup but perhaps not during Trump's term. And if so, they will send in the drones or bombs here and there. Finally, there is some sense of panic about rising oil prices and there is a report that the Treasury could even short oil futures to bring down energy prices. Expect some announcements on oil price action today or tomorrow.Trump absolutely hates high oil prices and gasoline prices are how higher than at any point in his first term or this one. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.

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title: Trump says Iran is contacting them seeking guidance on negotiating a deal
published_at: 2026-03-05T22:00:20Z
hash: 0b35c70ad5051e5fec7bb0dd60608e31c1c0bf1748c9907c1c166f3d26f61370
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.685Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/trump-says-iran-is-contacting-them-seeking-guidance-on-negotiating-a-deal-20260305/

summary:
Is this the start of the end? Trump also said that further action to reduce pressure on oil is imminent.Trump talked about a 4-5 week schedule but he hates:High oil pricesFalling stock pricesThe market pricing out rate cuts (down to 36 bps from 60 bps before war)War in generalIn contrast to Trump, Hegseth is saying they have only just begun to fight and will fight decisively. But we all know that Trump is the decision maker. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.

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title: investingLive Americas FX news wrap 5 Mar: Geopolitics continue to drive the markets
published_at: 2026-03-05T21:54:49Z
hash: b48967f9b7cc738aa12d7f6d137062583773b4981841900429c0effcb8c51bf6
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.686Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/investinglive-americas-fx-news-wrap-5-mar-geopolitics-continue-to-drive-the-markets-20260305/

summary:
US stocks close lower but rebound into the closeCrude oil settles at $6.35 higher or 8.51% at $81.01Kristi Noem is replaced as Homeland Security Secretary.Pres. Trump not looking to tap into the strategic petroleum reserve (SPR)European indices close sharply lower after reversing earlier gainsOil jumps above $78 helped by reported attack on Bahrain facilityEnergy and tech sectors drive mixed market movementsMarket Update: Gold reverses gains amid central-bank selling chatterFeds Barkin: Recent inflation data does raise doubts about whether the fight is overUS unit labor costs for Q4 2.8% versus 2.0% expected. Productivity 2.8% vs 1.9% expectedUS import prices for January 0.2% vs. 0.2% expected. Export prices 0.6% vs 0.3% expectedUS initial jobless claims 213K vs 215K expectedThe USD is higher to start the North American sessioninvestingLive European markets wrap: Caution holds as focus stays on US-Iran conflictUS February Challenger layoffs 48.307k vs 108.435k priorGeopolitics remained the story of the day as markets reacted to the threat of Iranian scorched earth policy toward the US. Reports of bombings in Dubai and Bahrain and of targeted missiles at a Microsoft data center, are indicative of the war objective of the regime. Foreign ministers of Arab League member states will hold an emergency meeting on Sunday to discuss Iran's attack on several countries in the region.WTI crude oil futures settled sharply higher at $81.01, gaining $6.35 or 8.51% on the day, marking one of the largest daily advances in recent months and pushing prices to their highest level since early 2025. The surge reflects a strong geopolitical risk premium in energy markets as traders react to escalating tensions in the Middle East and the potential for supply disruptions in key oil-shipping routes. The sharp move higher highlights how quickly crude prices can respond to geopolitical developments, with traders increasingly focused on whether the situation could threaten global oil flows.With the US jobs report scheduled for tomorrow at 8:30 AM, the did have some jobs related news events:Challengers U.S. job-cut announcements fell sharply in February with employers announcing 48,307 layoffs compared with 108,435 in January. The drop of more than 50% month-to-month suggests some easing after a surge in job-cut plans at the start of the year. Layoffs were also far lower than the 172,000 announced in February a year earlier, pointing to a less aggressive pace of corporate downsizing. The technology sector led the cuts, followed by education and industrial manufacturing, with companies citing factors such as economic uncertainty, restructuring, cost-cutting, and the impact of artificial intelligence. Despite the improvement in February, analysts note that geopolitical risks and rising costs could still lead to additional layoffs later in the year as companies remain cautious about the economic outlookU.S. initial jobless claims came in at 213,000, slightly better than the 215,000 expected, while the prior week was revised to 213,000. Continuing claims rose to 1.868 million, above the 1.85 million estimate, suggesting that while layoffs remain relatively low, some workers are taking a bit longer to find new jobs. Overall, the data remains within the recent range and does not signal a meaningful shift in labor market conditions, which is why the market reaction was limited as investors remain more focused on broader geopolitical developments and the upcoming U.S. jobs report.U.S. nonfarm productivity increased 2.8% in Q4, beating expectations of 1.9%, showing stronger-than-expected efficiency gains in the economy. At the same time, unit labor costs also rose 2.8%, above the 2.0% forecast, reflecting higher wage pressures despite the productivity improvement. The rise in labor costs was driven largely by a 5.7% surge in hourly compensation, which more than offset the gains in productivity. Overall, the report suggests that while worker productivity remains solid and supportive of growth, labor cost pressures are still building, which could keep some inflation concerns in focus.In other news U.S. import prices rose 0.2% in January, matching expectations, while the prior month was revised higher to a 0.2% increase as well. In contrast, export prices increased 0.6%, stronger than the 0.3% expected, continuing the upward momentum seen in the previous month. The stronger export price gains reflect rising prices for both agricultural and non-agricultural goods, including capital goods and industrial supplies. Overall, the data suggest moderate price pressures in international trade, with import prices coming in as expected while export prices showed stronger-than-forecast gains.From the Federal ReserveRichmond Fed President Thomas Barkin said that recent inflation data raises doubts about whether the Fed’s fight against inflation is fully finished, suggesting policymakers still need to remain cautious. He noted that productivity growth of around 2.8% is solid and is helping companies maintain margins, allowing firms to absorb some cost pressures, including tariffs. Barkin added that recent employment data has been reassuring and overall demand in the economy remains healthy, even though monetary policy is still modestly restrictive. He emphasized that the Fed will continue to evaluate policy on a meeting-by-meeting basis, while also noting that higher gasoline prices could add to inflation pressures and weigh on consumer spending if they persist.President Trump moved to put a political distraction behind him by replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The move came after Noem damaged herself during congressional testimony this week, claiming the president personally approved a controversial $220 million ad campaign — a claim that put Trump in an uncomfortable spotlight. With oil prices surging, the Iran conflict escalating, and oil prices now running above where they were at the start of his term, the last thing the White House needed was an internal firestorm. Noem became the convenient exit.Her replacement is Markwayne Mullin, a Oklahoma senator perhaps best remembered for challenging a union leader to a fistfight on the Senate floor. Despite that colorful moment, Mullin struck a measured tone in his initial comments and is broadly expected to secure the votes needed for confirmation. Whether he proves to be a steadying force at DHS — or another headline — remains to be seen.The USD is ending the day higher vs the major currencies with the largest gains vs the AUD (+.96%) and the NZD (0.74).. The greenback rose the least vs the GBP (+0.15%) and the CAD (+0.23%). The major indices closed lower but rebounded off the worst levels going into the close. The key catalyst for the late recovery was crude oil pulling back from a session high of $82.16 down to $79.65, which shifted sentiment and gave stocks a meaningful boost into the close.In plain terms: oil spiking = inflation fears = stocks sell off. Oil pulling back = relief rally into close.The Dow's recovery from −1,162 points to −784 points at close, and the NASDAQ recovering from −307 to just −58, shows just how dramatic the intraday reversal was.The Iran factor is the macro driver. The broader news context makes clear this is a geopolitical oil shock day — Iran conflict fears drove crude higher, which spooked inflation-sensitive markets hard, particularly the Dow and Russell 2000.Why did the Dow get hit harder than NASDAQ? The Dow is heavy with industrials and traditional economy stocks — exactly the sectors that got hammered in your screenshot (Industrials −2.21%, Materials −2.27%). NASDAQ is tech-heavy, and Tech held up (+0.39%).The Russell 2000's −1.91% drop is telling. Small caps are most sensitive to domestic economic fears and credit conditions — their sharp drop signals real worry about US economic slowdown, not just geopolitical noise.Energy sector green (+0.59%) now makes complete sense. Oil spiking on Iran tensions is a direct tailwind for energy stocks — that's why SPN was the day's top performer while everything else bled.US yields moved higher which helped the USD's move to the upside:2 year yield rose 4.2 basis points to 3.584%5-year yield rose 6.1 basis points to 3.730%10 year yield rose 5.8 basis points to 4.140%30 year yield rose 3.8 basis points to 4.754% This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

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title: Costco beats on earnings but little reaction from shares
url: https://investinglive.com/news/costco-beats-on-earnings-but-little-reaction-from-shares-20260305/
published_at: 2026-03-05T21:39:38Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/costco-beats-on-earnings-but-little-reaction-from-shares-20260305/
hash: 90ab6f39230ef3e2d1f43d7d95e0e4ae82f32425ec320956e1feb15118e470df
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.690Z
summary:
Costco came in ahead on the top and bottom line in the after-hours report today. EPS landed at $4.58 vs. the $4.55 estimate, while total revenue hit $69.60B against the $69.27B consensus. Net income rose to $2.035B from $1.788B a year ago — a 13.8% jump.The comp sales numbers are where it gets interesting for the macro view. Total company comps ex-gas and FX came in at +6.7%, well above the +5.9% estimate. Including gas and FX, comps printed +7.4% vs. the +6.72% consensus. The U.S. adjusted number was +6.4%, Canada +7.6%, and Other International +7.1%.Digitally-enabled comparable sales surged 22.6% in Q2 (21.7% adjusted), showing the consumer is still spending and increasingly doing it online through Costco's platform.Costco skews to the top side of the K-shape and that consumer is still doing well. The strength here doesn't necessarily speak to the lower end of the income spectrum — but it does tell you discretionary spending hasn't rolled over. Net sales growth of 9.1% YoY in this rate environment is notable. Membership fees rose to $1.355B from $1.193B, a 13.6% increase that reflects the recent fee hike flowing through and continued membership growth — a sign of sticky demand and consumer confidence in the value proposition.The February sales month (four weeks ended March 1) showed acceleration too, with net sales up 9.5% YoY and total comps at +7.9% (+7.0% adjusted). The company flagged that Lunar/Chinese New Year timing gave a roughly 4% lift to Other International and ~0.5% to total company for the period, so strip that out and the underlying trend is still solid.On the balance sheet, cash and equivalents jumped to $17.38B from $14.16B at fiscal year-end, with operating cash flow of $7.68B in the first half — up significantly from $6.01B in the year-ago period. Costco is throwing off cash. CapEx ran at $2.82B for the half, with the warehouse count now at 924 globally.One thing worth watching: merchandise costs as a percentage of net sales ticked up slightly to 88.97% from 89.15% a year ago — actually a slight improvement. SG&A as a percentage of sales was 9.19% vs 9.06%, a modest increase likely reflecting wage and benefits pressure, though the operating leverage on the top line more than offset it. Operating income grew 12.5% YoY.The company didn't comment on tariffs and potential refunds in its report.Shares fell 2.6% in regular trading today and fractionally lower in after-hours trade. The conference call starts shortly. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.


title: US stocks close lower but rebound into the close
url: https://investinglive.com/news/us-stocks-close-lower-but-rebound-into-the-close-20260305/
published_at: 2026-03-05T21:16:00Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/us-stocks-close-lower-but-rebound-into-the-close-20260305/
hash: 81b11cf4f67e84c0535e388f6809e37916cb5d33dcd8c933d3075091a1f11838
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.693Z
summary:
Major US stock indices are closing lower on the day, but well off the lowest levels. A late day fall in crude oil from a high of $82.16 down to the current level is $79.65 helped to shift the bias on hopes the worst has passed.Looking at the major indices:Dow industrial average fell 784.67 points or -1.61% at 47954.74. At session lows the index was down 1162 points.S&P index fell -38.79 points or -0.56% at 6830.71. At session lows the index is down -98.72 points.NASDAQ index fell -58.50 points or -0.26% at 22748.99. At session lows, the index was down -307.19 points.Russell 2000 fell -50.43 points or -1.91% at 2585.57. At session lows, the index was down -75.01 points.S&P components from strongest to the weakest.🟢 Only 3 sectors green today: Energy, Tech, and Consumer Discretionary — a somewhat unusual combination.Energy and Tech both gaining while most cyclicals fall suggests oil price support may be driving Energy independently of broader macro sentiment.The winner/loser split makes the story clearer:3 sectors up, 8 sectors down — this is actually a broadly negative day for the market, with selective pockets of strengthThe average decline across losing sectors is around −1.5% — meaningful across the boardBottom line: This is a more bearish day than the first breakdown suggested. With 8 of 11 sectors in the red and only Energy, Tech, and Discretionary holding up, the market is under real pressure — likely macro-driven with Energy acting as an independent safe haven on oil strength. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.


title: Stocks move higher after report that China in talks with Iran to get oil
published_at: 2026-03-05T20:29:18Z
hash: 92b2ec23b6a3a1279bce10de6afc0bbd14708fdd94784f14fef6725e7a9624c9
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.697Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/stocks/stocks-move-higher-after-report-that-china-in-talks-with-iran-to-get-oil-20260305/

summary:
US stocks are bouncing higher after a report that China is in talks with Iran to allow safe oil and gas passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The price of oil moved lower off of the news, and stocks have rallied off of lows.The S&P index moved up from a low of 6771 or down -98.72 points, and currently trades at 6817 down -52.45 points. That still down 15 points or -0.76%.The NASDAQ index moved up from a low of 22500 down -307 points, to the current level of 22678, down -130 points.China may be getting something of a “get out of jail free” card in the current market environment. For Trump, the shift provides some relief as well, with oil prices pulling back and stocks bouncing higher, easing some of the pressure that had been building from rising energy costs. What’s notable, though, is where that relief is coming from. A slowdown in oil’s surge tied to developments involving China likely wasn’t the catalyst many expected. If anything, the idea that China-related developments would help cool oil and provide market relief probably wasn’t on many people’s radar. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

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title: Crude oil settles at $6.35 higher or 8.51% at $81.01
url: https://investinglive.com/news/crude-oil-settles-at-635-higher-or-851-at-8101-20260305/
published_at: 2026-03-05T20:01:44Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.699Z
summary:
Crude oil crude oil futures settle at $81.01. That's up $6.35 or 8.51%. The gain is the largest since April 9, 2025. The high price reached $81.64. The low price was at $74.97. The price is trading at its highest level going back to July 2024.Reports emerged that an oil facility in Bahrain’s Al-Ma'amir area was attacked, adding another layer of geopolitical risk to energy markets. Recently, crude oil prices showed some disconnect with the headlines. The market was less concerned thinking that damage would be minimal.However, as trading progressed - and more reports about disruptions surfaced - the market shifted back to the familiar pattern where negative geopolitical news tends to push oil prices higher. That shift helped lift crude back above an important technical level, reinforcing the bullish bias in the near term.NEWS FLASH: There is recent news that Iran is targeting data centers from Microsoft with drone strikes.MORE: Also, an oil field operated by a US firm, was hit in a drone attack in Iraqi Kurdistan.EVEN MORE: China in talks to allow safe oil and gas passage through Hormuz. Oil goes lower. The price of crude oil is trading to a new high of $82.16 This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.


title: Kristi Noem is replaced as Homeland Security Secretary.
url: https://investinglive.com/news/kristi-noem-is-replaced-as-homeland-security-secretary-20260305/
published_at: 2026-03-05T18:52:54Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/kristi-noem-is-replaced-as-homeland-security-secretary-20260305/
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fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:12.704Z
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Pres. Trump has replaced Homeland security Sec. Kristi Noem with Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullen. Kristi Noem has been under political pressure due to several controversies involving immigration enforcement, spending decisions, and congressional scrutiny.Immigration enforcement incident A fatal incident involving immigration enforcement agents triggered protests and raised questions from lawmakers about the use of force and whether the Department of Homeland Security has been fully transparent about what happened.Border security advertising campaign Noem has faced criticism over a large DHS advertising campaign promoting border security that featured her prominently. Some members of Congress are questioning the cost and the process used to award the contracts for the campaign.Congressional oversight and hearings During congressional hearings, lawmakers have pressed her about how DHS monitors protest activity and immigration enforcement actions. These exchanges have raised broader concerns among critics about transparency and oversight.Political pressure and investigations As a result of these issues, Noem is facing increased political pressure from some lawmakers, including calls for investigations and greater accountability regarding her leadership of the department.Over the last two days, she has testified on Capitol Hill that Trump approve the $220 million advertising campaign featuring her. That campaign was awarded to people closely associated with Noem and the Republican Party. There is also the spending on planes which has caught the ire of both sides of the aisle especially, since the administration started off focuses on cost-cutting (DOGE). It is likely the tip of the iceberg, but my guess is Noem will now become the "fall gal" to blame, and that if things do progress legally against Noem (for perjury?), Trump would pardon her.Nevertheless, Trump has not cut bait fully of Noem. He is moving her to be the special Envoy for "Shield of the Americas", which is a new initiative who will meet in Miami this weekend. The reported Americas Shield Summit in Miami reflects the growing alignment between the United States and several right-leaning leaders across Latin America. The summit includes presidents and presidents-elect from countries such as Argentina, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Panama, Paraguay, and Chile, many of whom represent the region’s recent political shift toward more conservative leadership. For the Trump administration, these leaders are viewed as key allies, and the gathering provides an opportunity to strengthen relationships and demonstrate the benefits of partnering closely with the United States.About Markwayne Mullen:Markwayne Mullin is a Republican U.S. senator from Oklahoma who has served in the Senate since January 2023. Prior to that, he represented Oklahoma’s 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2023. He won a special election in 2022 to fill the Senate seat vacated by longtime Senator Jim Inhofe.Mullin was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is a member of the Cherokee Nation, making him one of the few Native American members of the U.S. Senate. Before entering politics, he ran his family’s plumbing business, worked as a rancher, and even competed in mixed martial arts (MMA) earlier in his life.Politically, Mullin is considered a conservative Republican and a strong supporter of President Donald Trump. In Congress, he has focused on issues such as energy policy, national security, deregulation, and reducing government spending. He has developed a reputation for being outspoken and combative in congressional hearings and public debates.Mullin lives in Westville, Oklahoma, with his wife Christie, and they have six children. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.


published_at: 2026-03-06T04:33:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004825907
hash: 82ac8646d33b9b62fada1d33a502603b6d2e52b8741891783ce1eab1303df68c
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.358Z
title:
Anthropic has ‘no choice’ but to fight Pentagon’s ‘supply-chain risk’ designation in court, CEO says

url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/anthropic-has-no-choice-but-to-fight-pentagons-supply-chain-risk-designation-in-court-ceo-says-3375d7d1?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said Thursday that the AI company has “no choice” but to legally challenge the Pentagon’s move to declare it a supply-chain risk.


title: Costco’s stock chart sees first bullish ‘golden cross’ in 3 years as earnings are released
published_at: 2026-03-06T01:27:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004821528
hash: 8c9a9bb33d2b588e121ad66eec4be5db4af139f53798a2faf28f8430fc745bb6
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.360Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/costcos-stock-chart-sees-a-bullish-golden-cross-just-before-earnings-are-released-1784c6f1?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
A bullish “golden cross” pattern appears in Costco’s stock chart for the first time in nearly three years, on the same day the latest quarterly report is slated to be released.


title: This Gap brand continues to be an underperformer, and it is dragging the retailer’s stock
published_at: 2026-03-06T01:21:00Z
summary: The smallest of Gap’s brands continues to be a flash point for investors.
guid: WP-MKTW-0004825312
hash: 5b6ea07dbca621027b26832f2807632f73369ba0a533fac4bf105a2c20a0515a
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.360Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-gap-brand-continues-to-be-an-underperformer-and-it-is-dragging-the-retailers-stock-579397c9?mod=mw_rss_topstories


title: Marvell’s stock soars as robust AI-driven demand drives an earnings beat
published_at: 2026-03-06T01:19:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004824697
hash: 100eb52b4357383d1b8f31380fe1b22bed099ad0b679e535de3d617cacd5806a
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.360Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/marvells-stock-soars-as-robust-ai-driven-demand-drives-an-earnings-beat-51574cc0?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Marvell’s stock was up in after-hours trading on Thursday after an upbeat earnings report and full-year guidance.


title: Seven REIT stocks pass a strict financial screen, with dividends as high as 6.27%
published_at: 2026-03-06T00:41:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004823450
hash: 594b98f2d70ac5909ae33b218ba887472c57463df01c1b1f60799af771e25dc3
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.361Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/seven-reit-stocks-pass-a-strict-financial-screen-with-dividends-as-high-as-6-27-fdd57ab8?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Bally’s Casino in Blackhawk, Colo., is among the facilities owned by Gaming & Leisure Properties, which passed a financial screen of real-estate investment trusts.


title: Here’s what’s worth streaming in March 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
published_at: 2026-03-06T00:30:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004792775
hash: 13a3315208e244ba1362d69ce02fee5a7d0393824faaece1471c03b66a5e609f
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.361Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/heres-whats-worth-streaming-in-march-2026-on-netflix-hulu-hbo-max-and-more-83f5b64d?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Shows like HBO’s ‘DTF St. Louis’ and ‘Rooster,’ Paramount’s ‘The Madison’ and Netflix’s ‘Peaky Blinders’ movie jump out of the gate as Emmy season gets underway


title: Why Broadcom’s earnings report has Wall Street so upbeat on a bad day for chip stocks
published_at: 2026-03-06T00:19:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004823755
hash: 03ce1292e09ae50330ec253bbe9f6bb79da6f0e8119361de8074843b45ab61c3
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.362Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/why-broadcoms-earnings-report-has-wall-street-so-upbeat-on-a-bad-day-for-chip-stocks-8ff9306e?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
The chip maker said it has visibility into more than $100 billion in AI chip revenue in 2027, and some analysts see even more upside.


title: Trade Desk’s stock soars, as a potential OpenAI partnership gives investors reason to cheer
published_at: 2026-03-05T23:10:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004823390
hash: 70ea8c10320d3d6ed8008fce8dc753aca375f896067e111d948ba570786115c5
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.362Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/trade-desks-stock-soars-as-a-potential-openai-partnership-gave-investors-reason-to-cheer-542f2331?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Shares of Trade Desk were having their best day in nearly a year on Thursday amid reports of a potential partnership with OpenAI.


title: Kroger extended its streak of sales misses — but that’s not hurting its profits
published_at: 2026-03-05T23:04:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004822919
hash: 0b0e5545b5c417d7ff52c4b6692f1187e948d3928403ccd0806dbe2ea99f8780
fetched_at: 2026-03-06T08:10:13.362Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/kroger-extended-its-streak-of-sales-misses-but-thats-not-hurting-profits-5001f32e?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Kroger’s stock stood out Thursday with healthy gains amid a broader stock market selloff, after the grocery giant reported quarterly profits that beat expectations and showed that it was earning more money on each dollar of sales.


title: U.S. February CPI matches forecasts, reinforcing expectations for no near-term rate cuts
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:35:56Z
summary: The price of bitcoin was trading at $69,500 following the news, down 1.2% over the past 24 hours.
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fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.887Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/u-s-february-inflation-data-matches-forecasts-reinforcing-expectations-for-no-near-term-rate-cuts

ai_summary:
The US February CPI matched forecasts, reinforcing expectations for no near-term rate cuts, which had a positive impact on the dollar and a negative impact on gold prices.

ai_effect:
- The news reinforced expectations for no near-term rate cuts
- The dollar strengthened against major currencies
- Gold prices fell

ai_usd_effect:
The dollar strengthened against major currencies following the news, as investors became more optimistic about the Fed's interest rate decisions.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices fell as the news reinforced expectations for no near-term rate cuts, making the dollar more attractive and reducing gold's appeal.


published_at: 2026-03-11T12:29:14Z
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hash: b0bc398680d7a7792bd1bf6d1332570e864bdf2161da35d7b00caf451e5e1aa7
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.932Z
ai_impact_level: High
title:
Binance sues Wall Street Journal as newspaper says U.S. Dept. of Justice is investigating Iran transactions

url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/11/binance-sues-wall-street-journal-as-newspaper-says-u-s-dept-of-justice-is-investigating-iran-transactions

summary:
The situation adds pressure to Binance, which is already operating under a compliance monitor following its $4.3 billion anti-money laundering and sanctions settlement in 2023.

ai_summary:
Binance is suing the Wall Street Journal over a report claiming the US Department of Justice is investigating Iran transactions, adding pressure on the company's compliance monitor following its $4.3 billion settlement in 2023.

ai_effect:
- Binance's reputation is at risk
- The lawsuit may set a precedent for other companies in the crypto industry
- The investigation's outcome could impact global cryptocurrency markets

ai_usd_effect:
The news may lead to increased volatility in the USD, as investors react to the potential implications for Binance's operations and regulatory scrutiny.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may rise as investors seek safe-haven assets amid concerns over Binance's compliance and potential US regulatory action.


title: Binance, PayPal and Ripple join Mastercard’s massive new push into blockchain payments
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:00:00Z
guid: 188833f0-3364-46b6-a1df-c30c74794ed7
hash: f60e8e53496e24206c4af92b34c081b2ea1dc0564b5e13dce2e5b85054275068
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.944Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/11/binance-paypal-and-ripple-join-mastercard-s-massive-new-push-into-blockchain-payments

summary:
More than 85 partners will work with Mastercard to connect on-chain payments with banks, merchants and global commerce as part of the payment giant's recent crypto program.

ai_summary:
Mastercard has partnered with Binance, PayPal, and Ripple to expand blockchain payments, connecting on-chain transactions with banks, merchants, and global commerce.

ai_effect:
- Increased adoption of blockchain payments
- Expanded global commerce
- New partnerships with major players

ai_usd_effect:
The increased adoption of blockchain payments could lead to a stronger US dollar as more transactions are settled in dollars.

ai_gold_effect:
The rise of blockchain payments may reduce gold's appeal as a store of value, as cryptocurrencies and digital assets gain popularity.


title: Bitcoin stuck under $70,000 as investors play it safe before U.S. inflation report
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:15:00Z
summary: Your day-ahead look for March 11, 2026
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hash: 2e0bc53dc78bf58b2ee1f62308004ce4e1c9e16d8aebfad908b191a9834c17fd
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.945Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: The stable Bitcoin price may lead to a stronger USD, as investors seek safe-haven assets.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/daybook-us/2026/03/11/bitcoin-stuck-under-usd70-000-as-investors-play-it-safe-before-u-s-inflation-report

ai_summary:
Bitcoin price remains stable below $70,000 as investors wait for the U.S. inflation report, indicating a cautious market ahead. The price volatility is expected to continue in the coming days.

ai_effect:
- Investors are playing it safe ahead of the inflation report
- Bitcoin price volatility is expected to continue
- Gold prices may be affected by the inflation report

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may decrease as investors shift their focus to the U.S. inflation report, potentially leading to a decrease in gold prices.


title: Bitcoin drops on Iran war uncertainty, AI tokens jump
url: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/bitcoin-drops-on-iran-war-uncertainty-ai-tokens-jump
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:35:35Z
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hash: e0959faaa4e66a91f567ecdbbf13b15f154cdad3c0dc88160c6d2b7f2addeeea
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.945Z
ai_effect: - Bitcoin price drop - AI tokens surge - Global uncertainty increases
ai_impact_level: High
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices may also rise due to the increased uncertainty, as investors turn to safe-haven assets.
summary:
BTC traded near $69,500 after failing to hold $71,000 as the Iran war kept markets cautious. AI tokens including ICP, FET outperformed on strong retail demand.

ai_summary:
Bitcoin price dropped due to uncertainty surrounding the Iran war, while AI tokens surged on strong retail demand. The Iran war kept markets cautious, leading to a decline in riskier assets like Bitcoin.

ai_usd_effect:
The dollar may benefit from the decline in Bitcoin's price, as investors seek safer assets during times of global uncertainty.


title: Oracle jumps 11% premarket as AI demand challenges 'SaaS apocalypse' fears
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:10:46Z
guid: 56c190bb-ea0b-4872-b9f2-9112229388e1
hash: 83f08ead41522ce4f080e4549e04eaf1f9e939dfd82f7b9115f6d9d75774520c
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.956Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/oracle-jumps-11-premarket-as-ai-demand-challenges-saas-apocalypse-fears

summary:
Cloud and AI growth beat expectations while investors grow less worried about Oracle’s debt plans and software disruption.

ai_summary:
Oracle's stock price rose 11% after strong cloud and AI growth beat expectations, alleviating concerns about debt and software disruption, making investors more optimistic about the company's future.

ai_effect:
- Oracle's cloud and AI growth exceeded expectations
- Investors are less concerned about Oracle's debt plans
- The company's software disruption concerns have eased

ai_usd_effect:
The strong US dollar may be less pressured downward due to the positive news about Oracle's cloud and AI growth.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may decrease as the positive news about Oracle's growth could lead to increased investor confidence and a stronger US dollar.


title: Coinbase-backed AI payments protocol wants to fix micropayment but demand is just not there yet
published_at: 2026-03-11T08:11:04Z
summary: Agentic commerce holds promise, but data shows that x402 is still in the trial phase
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hash: 39c0d2f3a114c6ed25243943f010392a6aca26b375ce048d961657d7588cc67b
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.957Z
ai_impact_level: Medium
ai_gold_effect: There is no direct correlation between micropayment solutions and gold prices.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/coinbase-backed-ai-payments-protocol-wants-to-fix-micropayment-but-demand-is-just-not-there-yet

ai_summary:
A new AI payments protocol backed by Coinbase is trying to fix micropayment issues, but demand is still lacking, leaving it in the trial phase.

ai_effect:
- Limited demand for micropayment solutions
- Competition in financial services sector
- Potential impact on USD prices

ai_usd_effect:
The development of micropayment solutions may lead to increased competition in the financial services sector, potentially affecting USD prices.


title: Next week could spice things up for bitcoin as seven central banks face an inflation test
published_at: 2026-03-11T07:14:05Z
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hash: 5772d0db8ce8698ee45f01a55cdc7917b7ffdbafd1caf767e07f0a137e26608b
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.958Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/next-week-could-spice-things-up-for-bitcoin-as-seven-central-banks-face-an-inflation-test

summary:
Seven major central banks, including the Federal Reserve, will issue rate decisions next week just as war-driven oil price spikes raise fresh concerns about global inflation.

ai_summary:
Seven major central banks will issue rate decisions next week, coinciding with rising global inflation concerns, which may impact bitcoin's price.

ai_effect:
- Central banks' rate decisions will be closely watched for inflation implications
- Rising oil prices may fuel inflation concerns
- Bitcoin's price may be influenced by inflation expectations

ai_usd_effect:
The rising inflation concerns may lead to a stronger US dollar, potentially putting downward pressure on the USD.

ai_gold_effect:
The increased inflation concerns may lead to a decrease in gold prices as investors seek safer assets.


title: Senate Democrats push ban on prediction market bets tied to war and death
published_at: 2026-03-11T07:13:16Z
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hash: e6023f5acdb1775931af40ac970c6e6c87d01bf4c12e60a83de5c69fccb35a3e
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.961Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_gold_effect: The ban may lead to a decrease in gold prices as investors seek safer assets.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/schiff-pushes-ban-on-prediction-market-bets-tied-to-war-and-death

summary:
Senate Democrats' bill would write the prohibition into federal law even as the CFTC shifts toward a more permissive stance on event contracts.

ai_summary:
Senate Democrats are proposing a ban on prediction market bets tied to war and death, which could affect the financial markets if passed into law. The bill's impact on event contracts is uncertain, but it may lead to increased regulation and potential losses for market participants.

ai_effect:
- Prediction market operators may need to adapt to new regulations
- The ban could lead to increased costs for market participants
- The impact on event contracts is uncertain and may lead to market disruptions

ai_usd_effect:
The ban could lead to increased uncertainty and volatility in the USD, potentially causing it to fluctuate more widely.


title: Ripple to acquire Australian financial services license as APAC payments volume doubles
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:23:14Z
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hash: 95f7c3262665947aabc8bc30223887198f909727e4a74810da7e4a12d660340b
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.969Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_gold_effect: The acquisition is unlikely to have a direct impact on Gold (XAU/USD) prices.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/ripple-to-acquire-australian-financial-services-license-as-apac-payments-volume-doubles

summary:
The company plans to obtain the license through the acquisition of BC Payments Australia, expanding its regulated footprint to over 75 licenses worldwide.

ai_summary:
Ripple is acquiring BC Payments Australia to expand its regulated footprint in the Asia-Pacific region, with APAC payments volume doubling. This acquisition will give Ripple over 75 licenses worldwide.

ai_effect:
- Ripple's expansion in APAC may increase competition for traditional payment processors.
- The acquisition may lead to increased adoption of Ripple's XRP token.
- Regulatory clarity in the APAC region could benefit other blockchain companies.

ai_usd_effect:
The acquisition may lead to increased USD adoption in the APAC region, potentially supporting a stronger USD.


title: Bitcoin steady above $70,000 as IEA proposes largest-ever oil reserve release
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:16:45Z
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hash: 3e3dcb64c781b12041964b3206d0895408264556ed293ab4e94ad35d0f5369df
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.970Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/bitcoin-steady-above-usd70-000-as-iea-proposes-largest-ever-oil-reserve-release

summary:
The largest cryptocurrency gained 7% from Monday's lows as energy price fears eased, with Asian equities rising 1.8% and Brent crude dropping below $90 for the first time since the war began.

ai_summary:
Bitcoin rose 7% as energy price fears eased, while oil reserves were released, and Asian equities increased. The news may have reduced concerns about inflation and energy prices, leading to a decrease in the value of the US dollar and gold.

ai_effect:
- Key point 1: The IEA's oil reserve release may reduce energy price fears.
- Key point 2: Asian equities rose 1.8% as a result.
- Key point 3: The news may have reduced concerns about inflation and energy prices.

ai_usd_effect:
The release of large oil reserves may lead to a decrease in the value of the US dollar as investors seek safe-haven assets.

ai_gold_effect:
The news may lead to a decrease in gold prices as investors become more optimistic about the economy and inflation.


title: XRP Ledger transactions jump to 2.7M as price stays rangebound
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:05:02Z
summary: Traders are watching whether support near $1.34 holds after repeated rejection near $1.44.
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hash: e3c1c564df14f3aaf9506ea971b05535dc75d36a5c58fe4acd7eba5f7118c52f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.973Z
ai_effect: - XRP price rangebound - Increased transaction volume - Support levels tested - Traders monitoring
ai_impact_level: Medium
ai_usd_effect: The USD/Dollar exchange rate is unlikely to be significantly affected by XRP's price movements.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/xrp-ledger-transactions-jump-to-2-7m-as-price-stays-rangebound

ai_summary:
XRP Ledger transaction volume increased to 2.7M, while XRP price remains stable within a specific range, indicating a lack of significant price movement. Traders are monitoring support levels near $1.34, which has been tested multiple times without breaking through.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may be slightly influenced by XRP's price movements, but the impact is expected to be minimal.


title: Bitcoin traders bet on a rally above $80,000
url: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/bitcoin-to-moon-past-usd80-000-option-degens-bet
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:02:53Z
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hash: 0f62833d333b7718e56a8e2c4613a5444bc8b481023adb8c3235a2f12868518e
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.975Z
ai_impact_level: High
summary:
Many traders expect bitcoin to recover toward the $80K level between June and September, Derive said.

ai_summary:
Bitcoin traders are optimistic about a potential price rally above $80,000, with many expecting a recovery between June and September, according to Derive.

ai_effect:
- Increased investor confidence
- Potential for higher volatility
- Increased demand for digital assets

ai_usd_effect:
A strong bitcoin rally could lead to increased demand for USD, potentially causing the dollar to strengthen.

ai_gold_effect:
A rise in bitcoin prices could lead to a decrease in gold prices as investors shift their assets towards digital currencies.


title: Dogecoin zooms as Elon Musk announces X Money launch date for April
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:00:15Z
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hash: c092f8d43b23f300e4c06111152a3f154ce5aaf60635bda70a311c0c80d69374
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.976Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: The announcement may lead to increased demand for USD, potentially causing its value to appreciate.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/dogecoin-zooms-as-elon-musk-announces-x-money-launch-date-for-april

summary:
The payments app offers 6% yield on balances and peer-to-peer transfers inside X, competing directly with the same demand stablecoin products are targeting. No mention of dogecoin or any crypto functionality was included.

ai_summary:
Dogecoin's value increased due to Elon Musk's announcement of X Money's launch date, which includes a payments app with a 6% yield, competing with stablecoin products.

ai_effect:
- Key point 1: Dogecoin's price may increase due to Musk's endorsement.
- Key point 2: The X Money app's 6% yield may attract investors.
- Key point 3: The stablecoin competition may reduce gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset.
- Key point 4: The announcement may lead to increased volatility in the cryptocurrency market.
- Key point 5: The launch of X Money may be seen as a positive sign for the adoption of digital payments.

ai_gold_effect:
The launch of X Money may reduce demand for gold as a store of value, potentially causing its value to depreciate.


title: Ethereum's on fire with record activity, but ether price and blockchain fees lag
published_at: 2026-03-11T04:13:16Z
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hash: 3ffa928a8846aa9a27a9fccb30b52ecbbbfe30098e4765ce5bc42e583d41269d
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.976Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/11/ethereum-network-activity-hits-record-highs-as-ether-price-and-fee-generation-lag

summary:
Capital outflows, even as activity surges across Ethereum’s ecosystem, highlight the growing disconnect between usage growth and ETH’s market performance, a CryptoQuant report shows.

ai_summary:
Ethereum's usage is increasing, but its ether price and blockchain fees are not keeping pace, indicating a growing disconnect between usage growth and market performance.

ai_effect:
- Capital outflows from Ethereum are a concern
- The disconnect between usage growth and market performance may lead to further price volatility
- Ethereum's ecosystem is experiencing record activity

ai_usd_effect:
The surge in Ethereum's activity may lead to increased demand for USD, potentially causing the USD to appreciate against other currencies.

ai_gold_effect:
The growing interest in Ethereum may lead to increased demand for gold, potentially causing the price of gold to rise.


title: DeFi lending platform Aave sees a rare $27 million liquidations after a price glitch
published_at: 2026-03-10T22:15:41Z
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hash: d6340fb583f9082eeddbdf52b8426661af947919e5e63569bd800ed48c1f59c8
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.977Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/10/defi-lending-platform-aave-sees-a-rare-usd27-million-liquidations-after-a-price-glitch

summary:
The blockchain data flagged shows a spike in liquidations over the past 24 hours. Some observers believe the event may have been linked to a price update in an risk-oracle system that Aave uses to determine the value of collateral.


title: Stablecoin boom could eat into traditional banks' profits, warn Jefferies analysts
published_at: 2026-03-10T20:46:17Z
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hash: ec3677c3c3b73c0a16434b6487415f0a623a5e6f7e16d55bcbde6c97231be9c1
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.981Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/10/stablecoin-boom-could-eat-into-traditional-banks-profits-warn-jefferies-analysts

summary:
Digital dollar use in payments and crypto markets may slowly pull deposits from banks, forcing lenders to seek pricier funding, a new report by Jeffries finds.


title: Investment firm Multicoin bets 'Internet Labor Markets' will drive crypto’s next wave of adoption
published_at: 2026-03-10T19:14:00Z
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hash: e877b04d634918cd04ccddb57455226044cd585a3816068e73e69a458c89aabe
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.992Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/10/investment-firm-multicoin-bets-internet-labor-markets-will-drive-crypto-s-next-wave-of-adoption

summary:
According to the firm, the next wave of users that will onboard into crypto will be thanks to networks where users earn crypto by contributing work rather than buying tokens outright.


title: Senators try to unlock stalled crypto Clarity Act with compromise on stablecoin yield
published_at: 2026-03-10T19:00:12Z
guid: 88b1dc3a-f7c5-47ed-830e-8cbd62819e96
hash: e7bfcdcd1c1002175a5c35aeecc047a3bac25008ff1f1ea2913788ccca116f50
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.994Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/10/senators-try-to-unlock-stalled-crypto-clarity-act-with-compromise-on-stablecoin-yield

summary:
As the window narrows to pass a crypto market structure bill this year, lawmakers told bankers at a Washington summit that the final bill won't risk deposits.


published_at: 2026-03-10T18:38:13Z
guid: 5fb585a6-57a9-41e8-9229-27c310b71c7b
hash: ce4c3a86dd6fc6ddc0e01ab61daf9d84d1863a1c11af55c3046cd1231fd7aabb
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.994Z
title:
Polymarket and Palantir team to protect integrity of sports betting as prediction markets face key moment

url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/10/polymarket-and-palantir-team-up-to-protect-the-integrity-of-sports-betting-as-prediction-platforms-face-a-make-or-break-moment

summary:
The new monitoring platform aims to detect suspicious trading as prediction markets face scrutiny over insider information.


title: Circle could rally 60% more on stablecoin adoption, AI agentic finance, Bernstein says
published_at: 2026-03-10T18:32:25Z
guid: ad00d72c-658c-4d84-903c-3355ab2c9655
hash: 895f22f352ef04b97b5ca278d0f5de97c60c6fadddd21a2784ebb3e92f9b51a0
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:46.995Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/10/circle-could-rally-60-more-on-stablecoin-adoption-ai-agentic-finance-bernstein-says

summary:
Stablecoins are decoupling from crypto market cycles as they are increasingly used for digital payments, Bernstein analysts said, which bodes well for USDC issuer Circle.


title: U.S. SEC chief Atkins said bond with sister agency CFTC to include joint meetings, exams
published_at: 2026-03-10T17:30:00Z
guid: 7061c278-1663-438c-89de-64aecba0e96b
hash: 98d2a9433fa3c8136a5d223c33db7ee14e6e6daa09ea085a25708fb737e8c1fd
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.002Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/10/u-s-sec-chief-atkins-said-bond-with-sister-agency-cftc-to-include-joint-meetings-exams

summary:
The SEC chairman made clear that formal new ties between the U.S. markets regulators will run so deep as to include combined meetings with firms pitching products.


title: Why banks are moving beyond single-provider stablecoin payment rails
published_at: 2026-03-10T17:01:18Z
guid: 1448d065-6dc8-47a4-b36f-441097b4c10b
hash: c2154f619b595e2e0f445d1e5fb77311265d586a15f994d0425a2aec99c77cbc
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.005Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/coindesk-news/2026/03/10/why-banks-are-moving-beyond-single-provider-stablecoin-payment-rails

summary:
Insitutions experimenting with stablecoins are shifting from single-vendor pilots to multi-provider infrastructure designed for global reach.


title: Why crypto's privacy problem is a total dealbreaker for mainstream users
published_at: 2026-03-10T16:30:00Z
guid: bcc6330f-9275-41e3-b6d7-998c5191ca97
hash: f69d0896aabb3aedd60c0a6f2d37ddd92081d8eee37c82557ce46fd3604b9b9e
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.005Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2026/03/10/why-crypto-s-privacy-problem-is-a-total-dealbreaker-for-mainstream-users

summary:
Without privacy, the industry is fundamentally mismatched with its audience and stalling mass adoption, argues Gruell.


title: Crypto shouldn’t 'die on the hill' of stablecoin yield, Rick Edelman says
published_at: 2026-03-10T16:26:43Z
guid: 2412d81b-8cc3-43a1-8605-b09d2de75edc
hash: 5468ae1c51e39935a335ff9b35eb12ae181689b367afd516b16b4e62f1dc2791
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.006Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/10/crypto-shouldn-t-die-on-the-hill-of-stablecoin-yield-rick-edelman-says

summary:
The veteran financial advisor says the banking lobby will likely win the yield-bearing stablecoin debate.


title: Scaling next generation AI is making it riskier, not better
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:30:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/scaling-ai-makes-riskier
hash: 9be94bbc8a6d34ea188ae183366696956a4107fd89700b3b689a08a59436a93d
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.233Z
ai_effect: - Increased energy consumption - Amplified errors in AI systems - Reliable alternatives emerging
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/scaling-ai-makes-riskier?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
AI scaling drains trillions in energy while amplifying errors. Neurosymbolic reasoning and decentralized cognitive systems deliver reliable intelligence without the risk.

ai_summary:
The increasing scale of AI is causing significant energy consumption and amplifying errors, while new technologies like neurosymbolic reasoning and decentralized cognitive systems offer more reliable solutions.

ai_usd_effect:
A decline in USD value could be expected as the increased energy consumption associated with AI scaling leads to higher energy costs.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may increase due to the potential for a shift away from tech-heavy investments and towards more traditional assets like gold.


title: Wells Fargo files WFUSD trademark for crypto payments and trading
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:12:15Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/wells-fargo-files-trademark-crypto-trading-payments-wfusd
hash: 75755421fcadf9ae761d26b98d93a89f01b62ab013f43087fecc0ba9029e7e4f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.279Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/wells-fargo-files-trademark-crypto-trading-payments-wfusd?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The US banking giant seeks trademark protection for “WFUSD,” covering crypto trading, payments, staking software and blockchain-based financial services.

ai_summary:
Wells Fargo is seeking trademark protection for 'WFUSD', covering crypto trading and payments, which could expand its presence in the cryptocurrency market.

ai_effect:
- Key point 1: Wells Fargo's expansion into crypto may attract institutional investors
- Key point 2: The company's expertise in banking and finance could help legitimize the crypto market
- Key point 3: Competition from other banks and financial institutions may increase

ai_usd_effect:
The potential expansion of Wells Fargo's crypto offerings may lead to increased demand for USD as a reserve currency in the crypto space.

ai_gold_effect:
Wells Fargo's entry into crypto trading and payments is unlikely to have a direct impact on gold prices, but could potentially influence investor sentiment towards precious metals.


title: Binance sues Wall Street Journal amid report of DOJ Iran probe
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:46:07Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/doj-investigates-binance-s-role-in-alleged-iran-sanctions-evasion
hash: c2f1e6ae63e752f0dc97a5d1170fa1f8a2a1eade10256491a614ddc4ade0ba9f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.290Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/doj-investigates-binance-s-role-in-alleged-iran-sanctions-evasion?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Binance filed a lawsuit after the Wall Street Journal reported a Justice Department probe into Iran’s alleged use of the exchange to avoid sanctions.


title: ECB reveals Appia roadmap for central bank money in Europe’s tokenized markets
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:35:18Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ecb-appia-roadmap-europe-tokenized-finance
hash: 8257c394d658d67fb85d0908d57d37b6e4664f51ae34c160a7257bf8903fb3d7
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.291Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ecb-appia-roadmap-europe-tokenized-finance?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The European Central Bank has launched Appia to guide Europe’s tokenized financial ecosystem anchored in central bank money, with early Pontes pilots planned for 2026.


title: XRP price chart mirrors 1,500% rally setup from 2017, but there is a catch
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:30:29Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/xrp-price-chart-mirrors-2017-rally-but-theres-a-catch
hash: 8c5723b878f4f80db7c30995f41f958f8319663a834fd9295930564c25fd02b6
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.325Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/xrp-price-chart-mirrors-2017-rally-but-theres-a-catch?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
XRP's weekly chart mirrors the 2017 setup that projects a massive upward rally, but bulls must first break resistance around $2.


title: US seeks forfeiture of $3.4M in USDt tied to crypto investment scam
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:25:42Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-seeks-forfeiture-3-4m-usdt-crypto-investment-scam
hash: 1268ddecfadcb38ecea02e6a7e914d7a71acd517d0b9262bf8b66d4c8f558c04
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.345Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-seeks-forfeiture-3-4m-usdt-crypto-investment-scam?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
US prosecutors moved to forfeit $3.44 million in USDt allegedly tied to a crypto investment scam that tricked victims into sending Ether to wallets controlled by fraudsters.


title: Aave wstETH glitch forces $27M in liquidations and compensation
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:15:38Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/aave-capo-oracle-glitch-27m-liquidations
hash: 22da37fa591c0b56f0ba30ffefc66e067c0f3e5db8c3af1e515de6ed8463b5df
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.383Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/aave-capo-oracle-glitch-27m-liquidations?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Capo, an external oracle solution used by Aave, triggered around $27 million in liquidations after a pricing glitch, but the lending platform said it is stepping in to cover the losses.


title: Bitcoin ETFs add $251M as Goldman Sachs tops XRP ETF holders
published_at: 2026-03-11T09:03:02Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-etf-inflow-xrp-selling-ease-goldman-sachs-top-holder
hash: 83e3ff069a14939d8940110cc405e1d32aaa8fc217db780d7140bb450d1c4346
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.388Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-etf-inflow-xrp-selling-ease-goldman-sachs-top-holder?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
US spot Bitcoin ETFs continued their March rally, with cumulative monthly inflows reaching $1.56 billion, while XRP ETF selling eased as top holders were revealed.


title: Tokenized assets climb to $23.6B as investors seek always-on markets
published_at: 2026-03-11T08:43:31Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/tokenized-rwas-rise-66-percent-2026-defillama
hash: 038cf584c1cc3a22b450d0aa9a76b611efcfd32fd4da2e82033db28df484f142
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.389Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/tokenized-rwas-rise-66-percent-2026-defillama?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Tokenized real-world assets have surged 66% in 2026, with funds, gold and equities driving growth across public blockchains.


title: Bitcoin faces ‘highly volatile’ setup as bulls eye return to $80K by month-end
published_at: 2026-03-11T08:18:22Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-flip-highly-volatile-bull-case-80k-rebound
hash: 134765a0d3312aafd6aff8b573e731706fec4def8b6f9eba04680f100418638e
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.391Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-flip-highly-volatile-bull-case-80k-rebound?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin open interest sparked a prediction of high BTC price volatility to come as $70,000 remained the bulls' key reclaim level.


title: Brera board approves Solmate pivot, cuts soccer teams to focus on Solana
published_at: 2026-03-11T08:16:32Z
hash: 5314834a6c96913610ff3cad172f1d72351ad1b6714f18d6d25b362eff40f797
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.391Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/brera-solmate-pivot-solana-infrastructure-soccer-teams-reverse-stock-split?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Nasdaq-listed Brera plans to rebrand as Solmate, wind down two soccer teams and propose a 10-for-1 reverse stock split as it pivots toward Solana.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/brera-solmate-pivot-solana-infrastructure-soccer-teams-reverse-stock-split


title: DAOs aren't doomed, they just need to evolve: Aave founder
published_at: 2026-03-11T06:29:15Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/aave-founder-says-daos-must-evolve-governance-conflicts
hash: 9d793ed0a4408fe749584e51ad986ed5d6817fe8b6e5d48d3aa078268c851385
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.391Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/aave-founder-says-daos-must-evolve-governance-conflicts?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
A proposal to transfer control of Aave’s brand assets and intellectual property to its DAO failed in January, prompting debate over the protocol’s long-term direction.


title: ‘Adoption paradox’ in effect as Ether lags while network activity surges
published_at: 2026-03-11T06:28:12Z
hash: 83b787c9e11589548f87f0a63191957b23be438bde859a9e37f057323e892114
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.392Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-adoption-paradox-deepens-as-network-activity-increases-while-prices-sink?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Data shows that Ether price dynamics are being driven by capital flows rather than network activity growth, said CryptoQuant analyst Julio Moreno.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-adoption-paradox-deepens-as-network-activity-increases-while-prices-sink


title: Bitcoin will need 17% of ‘store of value’ market to hit $1M: Bitwise
published_at: 2026-03-11T06:21:16Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/1m-btc-plausible-if-it-follows-gold-trajectory-bitwise-cio
hash: f3eeb01bf136051e5f7dd97f698215156142ed6ec94ab152039d61eaac07fdc9
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.392Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/1m-btc-plausible-if-it-follows-gold-trajectory-bitwise-cio?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin doesn't need to take 50% of gold's market share to reach one million dollars per coin if one is looking into the next 10 years, argues Bitwise's Matt Hougan.


title: Crypto, banks need to be a ‘bit unhappy’ for bill to advance: Senator
published_at: 2026-03-11T06:16:18Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-banks-need-to-be-unhappy-crypto-bill-advance-senator
hash: a843e0a7473bd0ae35c6e080ef481c46fc5d5e03e3e33d071270c13945dc3dbc
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.393Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-banks-need-to-be-unhappy-crypto-bill-advance-senator?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Senator Angela Alsobrooks says she’s working on a proposal to move a key crypto bill forward, but crypto and the banks will have to compromise.


title: Crypto is just finance with new plumbing: Australia’s ASIC fintech chief
published_at: 2026-03-11T04:59:28Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-shouldnt-treated-seperate-asset-class-asic-fintech-chief
hash: c3159df744c57624fee9770fa0b85f07baafb4741d9f9fb8e7b143ebc74606b9
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.393Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-shouldnt-treated-seperate-asset-class-asic-fintech-chief?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
New regulatory frameworks weren’t needed when financial infrastructure shifted from paper to electronic records, so it isn't needed for blockchain either, argues ASIC’s Rhys Bollen.


title: Nvidia’s Huang: AI will boost jobs as it needs trillions in infrastructure
published_at: 2026-03-11T03:28:30Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-boost-jobs-trillions-dollars-infrastructure-needed-nvidia-huang
hash: 32d3fa06d656182d2c81df211ca880942e3c3bb27efe83f6ae32134ad272ee1a
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.394Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-boost-jobs-trillions-dollars-infrastructure-needed-nvidia-huang?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Nvidia founder Jensen Huang says AI will create countless jobs as the buildout for the tech has only just started and will require many more workers.


title: Bitcoin is back in ‘FOMO territory’ after crossing $70K: Santiment
published_at: 2026-03-11T03:03:33Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-sentiment-jumps-back-into-fomo-territory-santiment
hash: 61abd41920a80d315967ae0c5eb4d5f3f21319325c7d72e30ee4f88c278ab0fa
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.394Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-sentiment-jumps-back-into-fomo-territory-santiment?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
US President Donald Trump's recent comments about Iran helped trigger a Bitcoin rally, leading to an uptick in social media sentiment about Bitcoin.


title: Arthur Hayes says he’s waiting to buy Bitcoin until Fed eases policy
published_at: 2026-03-11T02:05:53Z
hash: 627b68a68f15fd89032a10c880005d4b5ac4baa04afd7bce44757c6810ace767
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.395Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoiner-arthur-hayes-hesitant-buying-btc-federal-reserve-monetary-stance?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes said he will start buying Bitcoin when the US Federal Reserve eases monetary policy and starts printing money amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoiner-arthur-hayes-hesitant-buying-btc-federal-reserve-monetary-stance


title: Ripple targets April for Australian financial license via acquisition
published_at: 2026-03-11T00:58:23Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ripple-eyes-australian-financial-license-through-acquisition
hash: 47373ece0c88e4d4f9a61e36eb2b17e73ca4665d386c5cc9d7432eeb5818be66
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.395Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ripple-eyes-australian-financial-license-through-acquisition?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Ripple APAC managing director Fiona Murray said there was sufficient institutional interest in Australia to warrant the costs of acquiring an Australian Financial Services License.


title: Kalshi suffers court loss in Ohio over sports betting lawsuit
published_at: 2026-03-10T22:05:26Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/kalshi-court-ohio-sports-betting-lawsuit
hash: a053bab825fa276ccec1997abe3c529450ff25a5cccc45937a64b0c4f220cd8f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.396Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/kalshi-court-ohio-sports-betting-lawsuit?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The prediction markets platform argued for an injunction against Ohio authorities, claiming that federal commodities laws superseded state laws on sports event contracts.


title: Ether funding rate flips negative: Are ETH bears back in control?
published_at: 2026-03-10T21:19:35Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ether-funding-rate-flips-negative-are-eth-bears-back-in-control
hash: d792fa9f5ff89fb576e555331da9fc89dc3c6c3773530fdb2aef5a72bbf5e0e9
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.397Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ether-funding-rate-flips-negative-are-eth-bears-back-in-control?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bearish Ether derivatives data and slowing network use weigh on ETH price, even as developers plan for faster transactions and more flexible wallet fees.


title: Circle shares surge as Bernstein sees upside from stablecoin adoption
published_at: 2026-03-10T21:13:08Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/circle-stock-surges-bernstein-stablecoin-adoption
hash: 9b0b217511a542fbe84ac4a9ab6ad64b40b2fc88db913fedbd99ef6d926082f5
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.399Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/circle-stock-surges-bernstein-stablecoin-adoption?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Shares of the stablecoin issuer have seemingly decoupled from the broader crypto market, gaining 49% this year and doubling since early February.


title: BitGo to custody digital assets for StableX’s $100M stablecoin plan
published_at: 2026-03-10T20:22:57Z
hash: 7793ac3364ae1b59d8d8aebae229d77161ad279b250671e340064132f890fa6d
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.400Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitgo-partners-with-stablex-to-support-stablecoin-infrastructure-investments?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The collaboration will provide custody and trading infrastructure as StableX builds a $100 million digital asset treasury focused on stablecoins.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitgo-partners-with-stablex-to-support-stablecoin-infrastructure-investments


title: SEC chair calls for ‘coordinated oversight‘ between US regulators
published_at: 2026-03-10T19:41:13Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-chair-oversight-us-financial-agencies
hash: 9fe74e38efc5b03e5b7d3f9e51f18e02790151a30f0fe7a905e9389111c77895
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.401Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-chair-oversight-us-financial-agencies?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Paul Atkins said that he had stopped ”duplicative enforcement actions” between the SEC and CFTC, stressing the need for a coordinated approach.


title: Bitcoin leads, altcoin indicators drop to intriguing lows: Time for an altseason?
published_at: 2026-03-10T19:40:37Z
hash: f2d8972a735758b2c7eaf991c158f672458766771e2326193e0825e156145b13
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.402Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-leads-altcoin-indicators-drop-to-intriguing-lows-time-for-an-altseason?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin is the frontrunner in the crypto market, while 36% of altcoins trade near their all-time lows. Do altcoin price metrics suggest an altseason is next?

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-leads-altcoin-indicators-drop-to-intriguing-lows-time-for-an-altseason


title: Crypto hacks fall to $49M in February as attackers shift to phishing scams
published_at: 2026-03-10T19:06:02Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-hacks-fall-february-attackers-phishing-approval-scams
hash: b7351ccb69779523992a3118ba356d6b822b78e9b9c573894c2cad018e81dae4
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.402Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-hacks-fall-february-attackers-phishing-approval-scams?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Crypto theft slowed sharply last month after a spike in January, but security companies warn that scammers are increasingly exploiting wallet permissions and social engineering tactics.


title: Societe Generale-FORGE launches EURCV stablecoin on Stellar
published_at: 2026-03-10T17:46:56Z
hash: 14d6edf25a6af633093c6c61a60dc0cecc6ef7a3b921e661774d0db4d8c97152
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.402Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/socgen-forge-deploys-mica-compliant-euro-stablecoin-eurcv-on-stellar-network?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The French banking group’s digital asset arm expanded its MiCA-aligned euro-backed stablecoin as part of a multichain strategy for regulated digital asset infrastructure.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/socgen-forge-deploys-mica-compliant-euro-stablecoin-eurcv-on-stellar-network


title: Bitcoin orderbook shows imbalance: Will $70K hold?
published_at: 2026-03-10T17:30:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-orderbook-shows-imbalance-will-dollar70k-hold
hash: c48df897b96b4499671ef311ba78bbe7e265e355e4cad54143cc996c6c35baae
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.403Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-orderbook-shows-imbalance-will-dollar70k-hold?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin’s sell-side liquidity reached a two-month high, mirroring a setup seen in January. Should traders prepare for a sell-off?


title: China turns zinc exporter as global market shifts
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:20:31Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 4966996b9a36986ce18ab4f953d3ebb89184266e5e17e2302febfdd7f8f1f8fb
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.904Z
ai_effect: - Increased zinc prices - Shift in global market dynamics - Potential impact on US economy
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: A stronger yuan could increase USD demand for zinc, potentially weakening the dollar.
ai_gold_effect: Zinc is not a traditional gold hedge, so this news has limited direct impact on Gold (XAU/USD).
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/china-turns-zinc-exporter-as-global-market-shifts-93CH-4554380

ai_summary:
China is shifting its zinc export focus due to global market changes, reducing US reliance on the metal. This move could lead to higher zinc prices and impact the dollar's value.


title: U.S. stock futures dip slightly ahead of inflation data; Iran conflict in focus
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:20:09Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 3268d7ccbf85ea41128d79833bcf20b33e8dfecf94cd69ef30b15a880def1319
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.905Z
ai_impact_level: Medium
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/us-stock-futures-tick-up-ahead-of-cpi-data-traders-assess-iran-war-outlook-4553398

ai_summary:
US stock futures are down slightly ahead of inflation data release, with investors also keeping an eye on the Iran conflict. The market is cautious about potential economic implications from both events.

ai_effect:
- Investors are also watching the Iran conflict for its potential impact on oil prices and global economic growth.
- The US Federal Reserve may be more cautious about raising interest rates if inflation data is weaker than expected.
- A stronger dollar could make imports cheaper, but also hurt exports

ai_usd_effect:
The dollar may see some safe-haven demand if inflation data is weaker than expected, but overall trend remains bullish.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices are likely to remain stable for now, as investors prefer the dollar's potential upside over gold's lack of direct correlation with inflation.


title: Nebius flies as NVIDIA Inks $2B cloud deal amid ’circular financing’ scrutiny
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:18:35Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 55406ebb6795632609f6d2863e5336b20b4688b1702c7ffac8734f5f8ed3652c
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.905Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices may decrease as a stronger US dollar makes other currencies more attractive.
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/nebius-flies-as-nvidia-inks-2b-cloud-deal-amid-circular-financing-scrutiny-4554377

ai_summary:
NVIDIA signed a $2 billion cloud deal with Nebius, amid growing concerns about 'circular financing' practices in the tech industry. This news is expected to boost NVIDIA's stock price.

ai_effect:
- NVIDIA's cloud deal with Nebius is a significant win for the company
- Growing concerns about 'circular financing' practices in tech could lead to regulatory scrutiny
- The deal may also boost NVIDIA's revenue and earnings

ai_usd_effect:
The strong performance of NVIDIA's stock could lead to increased USD demand and potentially appreciate the dollar.


title: Campbell’s cuts annual forecasts, flags pressure from new import tariffs
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:12:31Z
author: Reuters
hash: c6fcd0a4b253e4174e537930a9bcadbbb4d9d5b5b996c0cae99c9d6a57206325
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.905Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/campbells-cuts-annual-forecasts-amid-macroeconomic-pressures-4554193

ai_summary:
Campbell's has reduced its annual forecast due to increased costs from new import tariffs, which may impact US consumer spending and global demand for the company's products.

ai_effect:
- Increased import costs may lead to higher product prices
- Global demand for Campbell's products could be impacted by trade tensions
- US consumer spending may slow down due to tariffs

ai_usd_effect:
The news could lead to a stronger USD as investors seek safe-haven assets amidst economic uncertainty.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices might decrease as the dollar strengthens, reducing the metal's appeal as a hedge against inflation and currency fluctuations.


title: Oracle, Uber rise premarket; Campbell’s Co sinks
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:09:53Z
author: Investing.com
hash: a4b54eb8c00abcf5fe4100b3c16c883c4343969206768be882b4220020ec4ff5
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.905Z
ai_effect: - Rise in tech stocks - Impact on consumer goods sector - Potential shift in market sentiment
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/oracle-uber-rise-premarket-campbells-co-sinks-4554332

ai_summary:
Oracle and Uber stocks rose in premarket trading, while Campbell's Co fell. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is expected to open higher today.

ai_usd_effect:
A stronger dollar could be a result of the rising US stocks, potentially putting downward pressure on gold prices.

ai_gold_effect:
The rise in US stocks may lead to increased demand for gold as a safe-haven asset, causing its price to increase.


title: Wolfe: Tax refunds likely to cushion consumer spending amid oil shock
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:09:10Z
author: Investing.com
hash: fa2d99ac8dbb92067730028e71f6399bcf37962dd54bfe8db5741bcfd25aa27f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.906Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: The USD may strengthen as a safe-haven currency amidst global economic uncertainty.
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/wolfe-tax-refunds-likely-to-cushion-consumer-spending-amid-oil-shock-93CH-4554322

ai_summary:
Tax refunds are expected to support consumer spending despite the oil shock, which could otherwise reduce disposable income. This is likely to have a positive impact on economic growth.

ai_effect:
- Key point 1: Tax refunds will support consumer spending
- Key point 2: Oil shock could reduce disposable income
- Key point 3: Positive impact on economic growth

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may decline as the potential for interest rate hikes increases, reducing demand for safe-haven assets.


title: Israel sees no certainty of Iranian uprising despite U.S.-led bombing campaign
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:07:05Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 6194b71a154b4cc7aab23afc71f730aa682fb9e8d6e485ded6146ea88523fa8e
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.906Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/israel-sees-no-certainty-of-iranian-uprising-despite-usled-bombing-campaign-4554311


title: Zoox and Uber tie up to deploy robotaxis on ride-hailing network
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:06:53Z
author: Reuters
hash: 95865aa7069962463e3ae2ed43a95984cf4b3f6a551f809c9ed8286bfa584ebf
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.906Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/zoox-and-uber-tie-up-to-deploy-robotaxis-on-ridehailing-network-4554310


title: Deutsche Bank lifts Argenx to Buy as valuation ’no longer demanding’
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:06:50Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 16397a1394190a5e6b7a94637b2dbf238c67ef74dfff9dc912351a2b321915ac
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.906Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/deutsche-bank-lifts-argenx-to-buy-as-valuation-no-longer-demanding-4554309


title: Brazil’s Raizen secures $12.6 billion out-of-court debt restructuring deal
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:06:32Z
author: Reuters
hash: 87fbd4b44235636e153fcfedf450809f455c788153a73f2e6fcefd18edd900c3
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.906Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/brazils-raizen-reaches-deal-for-126-billion-debt-restructuring-4554103


title: VCI Global launches AI compute treasury strategy using NVIDIA GPUs
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:01:17Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 6e6be4b8ff05c0c629250be5138a15119a059e5b9a8e40e25c91e6f39e414ffc
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.956Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/vci-global-launches-ai-compute-treasury-strategy-using-nvidia-gpus-432SI-4554277


title: Bitcoin price today: dips below $70k as traders watch Iran conflict, US CPI
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:59:54Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 61766420297d981a7cfc300ab317a61312b7c134bb4e431cf00d7adffebd164c
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.964Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-price-today-dips-below-70k-as-traders-watch-iran-conflict-us-cpi-4553570


title: Bitcoin hovers just under $70k as risk appetite gets a bid on Iran war end hopes
published_at: 2026-03-10T23:36:59Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 0fd503bda684dbc98455399ba3c533526fc71693d5e10c8627a068ee00c6cbe5
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.964Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-price-today-rebounds-above-70k-as-trump-remarks-lift-risk-appetite-4551058


title: Bybit Alpha Officially Integrates Mantle Chain, Expanding Multi-Chain Ecosystem and Asset Diversity
published_at: 2026-03-10T14:30:33Z
author: Chainwire
hash: b3dca8abf5be7483e4870b09836c7fc0a4fda079ee0ecb16353f7a96beec9332
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.965Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bybit-alpha-officially-integrates-mantle-chain-expanding-multichain-ecosystem-and-asset-diversity-4552446


published_at: 2026-03-10T13:30:34Z
author: Chainwire
hash: 959cff110ac8363c7106c17f01e0e818a7c9b1b91ede654d018f6f17848fd0fa
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.965Z
title:
Mantle Hits Dual All-Time Highs: DeFi TVL Crosses $1 Billion and Stablecoin Market Cap Reaches $980 Million

url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/mantle-hits-dual-alltime-highs-defi-tvl-crosses-1-billion-and-stablecoin-market-cap-reaches-980-million-4552267


title: Bitcoin rises 3% as crypto continues to be largely unaffected by Iran conflict
published_at: 2026-03-09T21:50:55Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 4eff0bd85c499b5e5071d106c06a512fdbc7b0c15b1ee13e157a585e213c40d0
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.966Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-price-today-muted-near-67k-as-oil-surge-stokes-inflation-fears-4548687


title: Exclusive: Tessera to bring private equity to Solana blockchain
published_at: 2026-03-09T13:00:21Z
author: Investing.com
hash: a912b69f75fb2cdfa9a199c4c89bcb568e824b7da22b9d37554b3eb3ae726ccb
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.966Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/exclusive-tessera-to-bring-private-equity-to-solana-blockchain-4549740


title: Bitmine reports $10.3 billion in crypto and cash holdings
published_at: 2026-03-09T12:34:19Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 3a42d421e894958a48b8d09aae6111e25022c98c7c197427979a7fac9f327bfc
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.966Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitmine-reports-103-billion-in-crypto-and-cash-holdings-432SI-4549637


title: Walbi Launches No-Code AI Trading Agents for Retail Crypto Traders
published_at: 2026-03-09T12:30:33Z
author: Chainwire
hash: 5898639159a283a3165cb418cf34049c6cc80d176e3f2b102071b6e7926a8b9b
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:47.967Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/walbi-launches-nocode-ai-trading-agents-for-retail-crypto-traders-4549613


title: US February CPY 2.4% y/y vs 2.4% expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/us-february-cpy-24-yy-vs-24-expected-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:30:13Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/us-february-cpy-24-yy-vs-24-expected-20260311/
hash: b6add634dbafc2a90bd6b5a3ed80ee3f0634e71ec65c3e017459db1aa4e131b8
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.380Z
ai_impact_level: Low
summary:
Prior was +2.4% y/yCPI +0.3% m/m vs +0.3% expectedPrior +0.2% m/mNon-seasonally adjusted, unrounded +0.47% vs +0.37% priorCore CPI 2.5% vs +2.5% y/y expectedPrior core 2.5%Core CPI +0.2% vs +0.2% expectedPrior core +0.3%Real weekly earnings +0.1% vs +0.5% priorThis report is in-line with estimates right down the list so it's no surprise that it's not making waves in the market. The intriguing report will be the March one as it will include the Iran war price spike.The Consumer Price Index (CPI), published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, tracks the average change in prices paid by urban consumers for a representative basket of goods and services. It is one of the most widely followed measures of U.S. inflation.In January 2026, the CPI for All Urban Consumers rose 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted monthly basis, while the year-over-year rate came in at 2.4 percent — a meaningful deceleration from the 2.7 percent annual pace recorded in December 2025. Excluding food and energy, core CPI increased 2.5 percent year over year, its lowest reading since April 2021. Shelter costs, which make up more than a third of the index, rose just 0.2 percent for the month but remained the largest single contributor to headline inflation. Food prices edged up 0.2 percent, while energy declined 1.5 percent.The January report was released on February 13, slightly later than originally scheduled due to disruptions from a partial government shutdown. Economists have noted that data from roughly December 2025 through April 2026 may carry a mild downward bias, because the 43-day shutdown prevented the BLS from collecting October 2025 price data, forcing the agency to rely on carry-forward estimates for that period.The Federal Reserve, which had cut rates three consecutive times in late 2025, held steady at its January meeting. While the cooler-than-expected CPI print offered some encouragement, inflation remained above the Fed's 2 percent target, keeping markets focused on the trajectory of monetary policy heading into spring. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.

ai_summary:
The US February CPI report came in line with expectations, showing no significant deviation from previous months' numbers. This lack of surprise has limited market impact.

ai_effect:
- The report did not provide any new information that would have changed market expectations.
- The lack of surprise from the CPI report means it will likely be forgotten in the short term.
- The focus will shift to the March CPI report, which may include the impact of an Iran war on prices.

ai_usd_effect:
The dollar is likely to remain stable despite the CPI report, as it was already expected to be in-line.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices are unlikely to be affected by this report, as the inflationary pressures indicated by the CPI do not seem strong enough to prompt a significant change in interest rates.


title: The USD is mixed vs the major currency pairs - the EURUSD, USDJPY & GBPUSD. What next?
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:19:37Z
hash: 49a84ff245b8be99f4f5ecf907f34a80a95466dc02b7ed337aec05f86781d6e8
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.382Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/the-usd-is-mixed-vs-the-major-currency-pairs-the-eurusd-usdjpy-gbpusd-what-next-20260311/

summary:
U.S. stocks are trading marginally higher at the start of the North American session, while bond yields and crude oil prices are also edging higher as markets position ahead of key inflation data.At 8:30 AM ET, the market will get the latest reading on U.S. CPI, one of the most closely watched inflation indicators. Expectations are for the headline CPI to rise 0.2% month-over-month, while core CPI—excluding food and energy—is expected to increase 0.3%.Even with the expected modest monthly gains, the year-over-year inflation measures remain above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, and progress toward that goal has been slow and uneven. As a result, today’s report will be closely scrutinized for signs of whether inflation pressures are continuing to cool or proving more persistent, which could influence expectations for the path of Fed policy going forward.Keep in mind that CPI has remained above the Fed’s 2% target since April 2021, initially driven by the supply shocks that followed the COVID pandemic. While many of those disruptions have eased, inflation has proven stubborn. More recently, factors such as tariffs and immigration policies that affect labor supply in sectors like agriculture and food production have contributed to keeping price pressures elevated. Arguably, inflation would need to run below 2% for a period of time to offset the cumulative price increases consumers have faced since 2021.The good news is that real wages on a year-over-year basis have been positive since mid-2023, running at roughly +1%, which means wage gains are finally outpacing inflation again. However, the stretch from 2021 through much of 2023 was painful for many households, with real wages frequently running −2% or worse, eroding purchasing power. That dynamic helped reinforce what many describe as a “K-shaped economy,” where lower- and middle-income households feel the squeeze from higher prices, while higher-income households—often with stronger wage growth and asset gains—are better positioned to absorb the inflation shock.In the video above, Greg Michalowski of InvestingLive.com takes a technical look at the market ahead of the CPI release. He outlines the current bias, key risk levels, and potential targets for EURUSD, USDJPY, and GBPUSD, explaining the technical reasons behind those levels and why traders should be paying attention to them.In markets that are often volatile and heavily influenced by news headlines, having clearly defined bias, risk, and target levels can help traders stay disciplined. When the road gets bumpy around major economic releases like CPI, those technical guideposts can help smooth the path and keep traders focused on the levels that matter most. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/the-usd-is-mixed-vs-the-major-currency-pairs-the-eurusd-usdjpy-gbpusd-what-next-20260311/

ai_summary:
US inflation data is expected to show modest monthly gains, but year-over-year measures remain above the Federal Reserve's target, potentially impacting interest rates and currency values.

ai_effect:
- Key point 1: Inflation data is expected to show modest monthly gains.
- Key point 2: Year-over-year measures remain above the Federal Reserve's target.
- Key point 3: Higher inflation expectations could lead to interest rate hikes.

ai_usd_effect:
A stronger US dollar could result from higher inflation expectations, making USD a more attractive safe-haven asset.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may decrease as a stronger US dollar makes the metal less appealing as a hedge against inflation.


title: investingLive European markets wrap: A more tentative mood awaiting IEA announcement
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:44:08Z
hash: 01e61829a48e829b0a735df8e425d298d814049b964f1fdf56c643929a6bcdd8
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.386Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/investinglive-european-markets-wrap-a-more-tentative-mood-awaiting-iea-announcement-20260311/

summary:
Headlines:Oil prices creep back up after Washington fiasco, what's next?IEA reportedly to announce recommendation on strategic oil reserve release at 1300 GMTG7 energy ministers reaffirm support of using oil reservesJapan set to release part of oil reserves from private sector and also state stockpileWhat is the distribution of forecasts for the US CPI?The central bank bonanza returns next weekECB's Kazimir: Rate hike on Iran may be closer than thoughtECB policymaker Villeroy says do not expect a rate hike at next week's meetingGermany February final CPI +1.9% vs +1.9% y/y prelimMarkets:WTI crude oil up 2.4% to $86.04, Brent crude oil up 2.3% to $90.53AUD leads, JPY lags on the day European indices lower; S&P 500 futures flat10-year Treasury yields up 3 bps to 4.17%Gold down 0.1% to $5,188, Silver down 1.9% to $86.75Bitcoin down 1.1% to $69,488It was a more tentative session for once as the Middle East conflict continues to rage on. Markets carried on by tuning out the mess of headlines from the US overnight, as Washington gave arguably deceitful and mixed messages on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.The fact remains that the passage is in de facto closure with more vessels being struck again today along the strait. As such, it is keeping oil prices on edge as traders are awaiting the announcement by the IEA on its strategic oil reserves release. Germany has confirmed that the announcement will involve 400 million barrels by IEA members but the details are yet to be finalised.WTI crude oil slowly regained composure from $83 levels in Asia to a high of $89 during the session. That before settling around $86 levels now as we get closer to the announcement.In other markets, the US dollar is keeping steadier and more mixed as oil price volatility also settles down for a bit. EUR/USD is down just 0.1% to 1.1603 while USD/JPY is up 0.2% to 158.30 on the day. The Australian dollar is the lead gainer, with AUD/USD up 0.6% to 0.7165 but off earlier highs as traders rush to price in a rate hike by the RBA for next week.Looking to stocks, major indices in Europe are holding more nervous with the DAX down 1% and CAC 40 down by 0.4%. US futures are also on edge with S&P 500 futures trading flat, also having to consider the US CPI release later in the day. The inflation data is likely going to be an afterthought though since we eventually have to factor in the events from the US-Iran conflict to prices in the months ahead.Besides that, precious metals are keeping just a little lower with gold down 0.1% to $5,188 and silver down 1.9% to $86.75 currently. As for the bond market, it's still all about pricing in inflation concerns more than anything else. 10-year Treasury yields are once again up 3 bps to 4.17% as the slow grind higher continues.It's all on watching for the IEA announcement next, with it to come at 1300 GMT. That before the G7 leaders' meeting at 1400 GMT. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/news/investinglive-european-markets-wrap-a-more-tentative-mood-awaiting-iea-announcement-20260311/


title: The largest G7 release of oil reserves in history is unlikely to lower oil prices much
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:33:15Z
hash: e849a63e34cb1ae1c01456e91cbbe9dd93289af4c4ef28649bbfd908708b2d05
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.389Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/the-largest-g7-release-of-oil-reserves-in-history-is-unlikely-to-lower-oil-prices-much-20260311/

summary:
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWOil prices stabilized in the $80–90 range this week as G7 countries began discussing the possibility of releasing emergency oil reserves to ease pressure on the market. If it happens, the release would be the largest in history.For now, the mere discussion seems to be capping the upside, but no concrete action has been taken yet. It looks like they are mainly trying to “jawbone” oil prices by keeping the option on the table and signalling that they’re ready to act if needed.Even if they do go ahead with the release, it would likely be only a short-term fix. In fact, the market could even see a classic “sell the fact” reaction, where prices move higher after the reserves are actually released.The underlying issue remains the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Until there is a genuine de-escalation, the downside in oil prices is likely to remain limited.CRUDE OIL TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that crude oil dropped all the way back to last June’s high and bounced. If the price rises back to the key 94.00 resistance zone, we can expect the sellers to step in with a defined risk above the resistance to position for a drop back into the 78.00 support targeting a breakout. The buyers, on the other hand, will look for a break higher to increase the bullish bets into new highs.CRUDE OIL TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we can see that the price stabilised as the discussions about a G7 oil reserves release capped the upside. There’s not much else we can glean from this timeframe, so we need to zoom in to see some more details.CRUDE OIL TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, we can see that the recent price action might have formed an inverted head and shoulders pattern. The price has already broken above the neckline and it’s now retesting it. The buyers will likely step in here with a defined risk below the most recent swing low to position for a rally into new highs. The sellers, on the other hand, will want to see the price falling back below the neckline to pile in for a drop back into the 78.00 support. The red lines define the average daily range for today.UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we have the US CPI report. Tomorrow, we get the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US PCE price index, the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment survey and the Job Openings data. As a reminder, the market focus right now is solely on the US-Iran war, so the data might not matter much. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/the-largest-g7-release-of-oil-reserves-in-history-is-unlikely-to-lower-oil-prices-much-20260311/


title: EURUSD stabilises on more optimistic news, but downside risks remain
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:53:07Z
hash: bd4e4f17cb62e38c599cae59c75cd5ead1bf9bafaf1c7f679e0121a8386bd8eb
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.391Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/forex/eurusd-stabilises-on-more-optimistic-news-but-downside-risks-remain-20260311/

summary:
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWUSD:The US dollar weakened across the board on Monday after Trump told CBS that “the war could be over soon.” Traders unwound some of their positions as expectations of a quick resolution led to a repricing of hawkish interest-rate bets, putting pressure on the greenback.The dollar extended those losses yesterday as improved risk sentiment added further downside pressure. However, the trend reversed in the evening following reports that US intelligence assets had detected signs Iran may be preparing to deploy mines in the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane. As the prospects of a quick resolution faded, US dollar bids returned.Today, we have the US CPI report on the agenda. Given the market’s focus on the war, investors will likely shrug off a softer-than-expected reading, as the data may already be viewed as outdated. However, a hotter-than-expected report could trigger some risk aversion. Investors may worry that if inflation was already picking up before the war began, higher oil prices could push it even higher in the months ahead.EUR:On the EUR side, ECB policymakers continue to stress patience and caution against reacting too fast to Middle East events. Next week, we have the ECB policy decision where the central bank is expected to keep everything unchanged. The market is pricing a 55% chance of a rate hike in June and what traders will be focused on is whether a rate hike is indeed on the table and what would be the scenario that could force the ECB to hike rates earlier than expected.If the US-Iran war drags on though, a rate hike will likely weigh on the euro as it would add further pressure on stock markets and economic activity. EURUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that EURUSD probed below the key swing level at 1.1575 a few times but couldn’t extend the drop further. From a risk management perspective, the sellers will have a better risk to reward setup around the downward trendline to position for a move into the 1.14 handle. The buyers, on the other hand, will look for a break higher to open the door for a rally into the 1.20 handle next.EURUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we can see the rangebound price action with the 1.1655 level acting as resistance. The sellers will likely continue to step in around the resistance with a defined risk above it to keep pushing into new lows, while the buyers will look for a break to increase the bullish bets into the trendline next.EURUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, we have a minor downward trendline defining the bearish momentum on this timeframe. If we get a pullback, we can expect the sellers to lean on the trendline with a defined risk above it to keep pushing into new lows, while the buyers will look for a break higher to start targeting the major downward trendline around the 1.1720 level. The red lines define the average daily range for today. UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we have the US CPI report. Tomorrow, we get the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US PCE price index, the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment survey and the Job Openings data. As a reminder, the market focus right now is solely on the US-Iran war, so the data might not matter much. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/forex/eurusd-stabilises-on-more-optimistic-news-but-downside-risks-remain-20260311/


title: Japan set to release part of oil reserves from private sector and also state stockpile
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:47:48Z
hash: 3a55a1d39843a0b0d6689facda0491a79a0fc7012e76cf45e239d3517848fd1b
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.394Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/japan-set-to-release-part-of-oil-reserves-from-private-sector-and-also-state-stockpile-20260311/

summary:
The breakdown will see Japan release 15 days worth of private sector oil reserves and one-month worth of state oil reserves. At the same time, Takaichi has also called on measures to curb gasoline prices at ¥170 per litre on average.For some context, Japan has a massive buffer of around 254 days' worth of oil in its reserves capacity. However, they are bound by the IEA coordination rule, which requires countries to maintain a minimum of 90 days of net oil imports as emergency reserves.Their reserves capacity are spread out among ten national oil stockpiles that are either managed by the Japan Energy and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC) and privately operated stockpiles. So, that sort of explains the headline mix for more clarity.In any case, their move will also tie to the impending IEA announcement coming up later in the day.One has to wonder though that if this is all done and prove to be a temporary stopgap measure as the conflict rages on, what is there left to really put a cap on oil prices? The hope here is that the eventual supply flood will help to suppress prices long enough for the war to end. But if the Strait of Hormuz continues to be disrupted alongside other key energy facilities in the region, it's only a matter of time before the chaos resumes. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: IEA reportedly to announce recommendation on strategic oil reserve release at 1300 GMT
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:25:44Z
hash: 0f1277a6d7cbda28d5fba52fcbc23ad451ef14c719a66a61ca9f4eff23f4ddfa
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.395Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/iea-reportedly-to-announce-recommendation-on-strategic-oil-reserve-release-at-1300-gmt-20260311/

summary:
Well, it's not a surprise given that the G7 leaders' meeting is lined up right after. It is a mere formality now as they look to just finalise the details and nuances in getting this done.The Reuters headline is saying that the IEA will announce its recommendation at 1300 GMT on releasing oil from its strategic reserves. It cites two sources with knowledge of the discussions. Adding that the release may total 400 million barrels. That seems to be on the upper end of the expected estimate. But as I mentioned earlier, it is not the total amount that really matters when it comes to looking at this move by the IEA.From earlier:"We already know that they are touting a big, big number. That somewhere along the lines of 300 million to 400 million barrels in total. But again, the main focus should be on how they plan on navigating that figure.As mentioned before, it could still take weeks for this oil supply to make its way to refineries and that is what markets need to consider.Sure, the total amount seems staggering and much more than even what we saw in the 2022 oil market crisis (roughly 240 million barrels by both the US and IEA combined).However, just be mindful that the release of these oil supply and barrels will be in stages. So, there are going to be many questions to factor in.How many barrels is the IEA going to draw down from its reserves in the first few weeks?How quickly can these barrels make its way to transport and be shipped to where it needs to go?What is the mix in crude quality that will be involved with the release?Who is going to handle all the logistics and make sure that these barrels can reach refineries in a timely manner?Are refineries able to handle the sudden surge when they all come at one go?It's not as simple as saying that the 300 million to 400 million barrels will cover everything. There's a lot more to it and that will be what really influences the outlook for the oil market as the Middle East conflict stretches on for longer." This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: Oil prices creep back up after Washington fiasco, what's next?
published_at: 2026-03-11T09:48:31Z
hash: 3c7f02d61079eef911483d0e9c6f5d06a0d4796d7d9e134134ad92a360fe7cea
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.396Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/oil-prices-creep-back-up-after-washington-fiasco-whats-next-20260311/

summary:
The roller coaster ride continues on the week, with oil prices now starting to nudge back higher today. There was much drama and a real mess yesterday amid conflicting headlines. As the US tries to play down the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, we started to see some underhanded tactics come out.The headlines:US Energy Sec removes video saying the US Navy escorted a tanker through Strait of HormuzIran has laid 'a few dozen' mines in the Strait of Hormuz - reportUS intel sees signs that Iran is preparing to mine the Strait of Hormuz - reportTrump: We have no reports of Iran placing mines in the Hormuz StraitIt's an absolute mess and oil prices were sent for a ride lower before coming back up as traders tuned out the fiasco.The technicals show that buyers haven't thrown in the towel just yet. That despite a steep decline from near $120 to below $80 at one point yesterday. The move was ultimately defended by the 200-hour moving average (blue line).And with the attempted push back above the 100-hour moving average (red line) now, we are seeing buyers looking to seize back the near-term momentum in oil price action.So, what's next to watch out for?As the US-Iran conflict rages on, one can safely assume that the status quo will remain in the Strait of Hormuz for a while longer. Despite what US officials might claim, Kpler data said that there were only seven vessels (four tankers and three bulk carriers) that have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since 6 March as of yesterday.Putting that on a pin for now, the next key thing to watch out for will be the IEA emergency oil reserves release - likely to be announced later today or this week.We already know that they are touting a big, big number. That somewhere along the lines of 300 million to 400 million barrels in total. But again, the main focus should be on how they plan on navigating that figure.As mentioned before, it could still take weeks for this oil supply to make its way to refineries and that is what markets need to consider.Sure, the total amount seems staggering and much more than even what we saw in the 2022 oil market crisis (roughly 240 million barrels by both the US and IEA combined).However, just be mindful that the release of these oil supply and barrels will be in stages. So, there are going to be many questions to factor in.How many barrels is the IEA going to draw down from its reserves in the first few weeks?How quickly can these barrels make its way to transport and be shipped to where it needs to go?What is the mix in crude quality that will be involved with the release?Who is going to handle all the logistics and make sure that these barrels can reach refineries in a timely manner?Are refineries able to handle the sudden surge when they all come at one go?It's not as simple as saying that the 300 million to 400 million barrels will cover everything. There's a lot more to it and that will be what really influences the outlook for the oil market as the Middle East conflict stretches on for longer. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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https://investinglive.com/commodities/oil-prices-creep-back-up-after-washington-fiasco-whats-next-20260311/


title: What is the distribution of forecasts for the US CPI?
url: https://investinglive.com/news/what-is-the-distribution-of-forecasts-for-the-us-cpi-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T09:36:18Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/what-is-the-distribution-of-forecasts-for-the-us-cpi-20260311/
hash: 94fea88edcc1f6773dbb28ce9d4f6274bae886a8135067e1d5e00dbf16cdd9ca
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.396Z
summary:
The ranges of estimates are important in terms of market reaction because when the actual data deviates from the expectations, it creates a surprise effect. Another important input in market's reaction is the distribution of forecasts.In fact, although we can have a range of estimates, most forecasts might be clustered on the upper bound of the range, so even if the data comes out inside the range of estimates but on the lower bound of the range, it can still create a surprise effect.CPI Y/Y2.6% (4%)2.5% (35%) 2.4% (54%) - consensus2.3% (6%)CPI M/M0.3% (61%) - consensus0.2% (38%)0.1% (1%)Core CPI Y/Y2.7% (4%)2.6% (8%)2.5% (69%) - consensus2.4% (19%)Core CPI M/M0.4% (1%)0.3% (45%) 0.2% (54%) - consensusGiven the focus on the war, the market will likely shrug off a soft report since the data is already seen as old news. On the other hand, a hotter-than-expected report could trigger some risk aversion, as investors might worry that if inflation was already picking up before the war began, higher oil prices could make it even worse going forward. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.


title: The Japanese yen weakens further amid a lack of bullish drivers; USD/JPY eyes a breakout
published_at: 2026-03-11T08:48:25Z
hash: 9384a05de93bc56849bad4fcc3264da6e833e00743ada687dd0ac00160dff571
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.397Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/forex/the-japanese-yen-weakens-further-amid-a-lack-of-bullish-drivers-usdjpy-eyes-a-breakout-20260311/

summary:
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWUSD:The US dollar weakened across the board on Monday after Trump told CBS that “the war could be over soon.” Traders unwound some of their positions as expectations of a quick resolution led to a repricing of hawkish interest-rate bets, putting pressure on the greenback.The dollar extended those losses yesterday as improved risk sentiment added further downside pressure. However, the trend reversed in the evening following reports that US intelligence assets had detected signs Iran may be preparing to deploy mines in the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane. As the prospects of a quick resolution faded, US dollar bids returned.Today, we have the US CPI report on the agenda. Given the market’s focus on the war, investors will likely shrug off a softer-than-expected reading, as the data may already be viewed as outdated. However, a hotter-than-expected report could trigger some risk aversion. Investors may worry that if inflation was already picking up before the war began, higher oil prices could push it even higher in the months ahead.JPY:On the JPY side, nothing has changed as PM Takaichi’s opposition and, more importantly the data, haven’t been supporting a BoJ rate hike any time soon. The latest Japanese CPI fell below the BoJ’s 2% target, dealing another blow to the central bank’s efforts to further raise interest rates. The selloff in the Nikkei due to the US-Iran war and the general risk aversion is not helping either as it could weigh on economic activity the longer it drags on. The market is still pricing roughly two rate hikes by year-end which might turn out to be too optimistic. The Japanese yen will continue to weaken as rate hike expectations get pushed further out. USDJPY TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that USDJPY pulled back a bit from the “intervention” level on some profit-taking. The bullish bias remains intact for now. The buyers will want to see the price breaking higher to increase the bullish bets into new highs, while the sellers will continue to step in around the highs to position for a drop back into the major upward trendline.USDJPY TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we can see that the price bounced from the 157.65 support where we had also the confluence of the minor upward trendline. The buyers will likely continue to lean on the trendline to keep pushing into new highs, while the sellers will look for a break to pile in for a drop into the major upward trendline next.USDJPY TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, we can see the buyers piled in on the break of the minor downward trendline that was defining the pullback. We got a little pullback into the 157.90 support before another impulse to the upside. If the price pulls back again, we can expect the buyers to step in around the 157.90 support and the trendline to keep pushing into new highs, while the sellers will need a break below the 157.27 level to turn the bullish structure into a bearish one, and open the door for new lows. The red lines define the average daily range for today. UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we have the US CPI report. Tomorrow, we get the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US PCE price index, the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment survey and the Job Openings data. As a reminder, the market focus right now is solely on the US-Iran war, so the data might not matter much. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: G7 energy ministers reaffirm support of using oil reserves
url: https://investinglive.com/news/g7-energy-ministers-reaffirm-support-of-using-oil-reserves-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T08:11:47Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/g7-energy-ministers-reaffirm-support-of-using-oil-reserves-20260311/
hash: 769bde2097b15e3335731bed579c33e026bfe6b0da5979a85b2bb360c3d39f38
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.399Z
summary:
The statement said that G7 energy ministers supported, in principle, the implementation of proactive measures in order to address the current market situation. And among those measures, it includes the use of strategic oil reserves.Well, this is nothing new as it has been talked about since Monday already. However, we're still yet to see official action be taken.Coming up later today, French president Macron is hosting an emergency call to discuss the ongoing US-Iran conflict and its impact on global energy markets. In particular, it is to talk over the energy situation and the Strait of Hormuz. The meeting is scheduled for 1400 GMT.It is more than likely we will see this as the official approval step by G7 leaders to coordinate the release of emergency oil stockpiles. But we'll wait and see on that.For some context, G7 finance ministers already met virtually on Monday to discuss the initial proposition. And France's finance minister Lescure said that they were "not there yet" yesterday here. So far, the threat has worked but you can bet that the G7 and IEA will want to bide their time before digging deep into the pockets as this will be their best bet in trying to suppress oil prices.If the war is prolonged, it would be a missed opportunity to have acted so early on. As such, one can definitely assume that G7 leaders will be wanting some assurance or affirmation from Trump that he will look to put an end to the conflict sooner rather than later. In any case, the current situation is already a big test of the Trump put in markets as it is seeing everything that he hates happen all at once.Just keep in mind that while the US claims that Iran has been heavily incapacitated, the Strait of Hormuz remains in de facto closure. Despite the deceitful headlines by Washington yesterday, passage through the strait remains perilous. In the past hour itself, the UKMTO has said that a cargo vessel was hit by an unknown projectile along the strait.And according to Kpler data, there were just seven vessels (four tankers and three bulk carriers) that have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since 6 March. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: What are the main events for today?
url: https://investinglive.com/news/what-are-the-main-events-for-today-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T07:33:37Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/what-are-the-main-events-for-today-20260311/
hash: 932ca83aec4c6ddea4f06dbcf98bd9eb8575f5feefa73eb794f4b82137a0a72d
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.400Z
summary:
EUROPEAN SESSIONIn the European session, we don't have much on the agenda other than the Spanish retail sales data which is not going to change anything for the ECB, so the market reaction will be muted. In fact, the market focus right now is solely on the US-Iran war because that's going to influence the economic data in the future. The data we are getting now is pre-war and therefore old news. ECB policymakers continue to stress patience, so don't expect much from next week's policy decision other than the same old stuff served with some words of caution on energy prices.AMERICAN SESSIONIn the American session, the main highlight will be the US CPI report. The CPI Y/Y is expected at 2.4% vs 2.4% prior, while the M/M figure is seen at 0.3% vs 0.2% prior. The Core CPI Y/Y is expected at 2.5% vs 2.5% prior, while the M/M measure is seen at 0.2% vs 0.3% prior.Given the focus on the war, the market will likely shrug off a soft report since the data is already seen as old news. On the other hand, a hotter-than-expected report could trigger some risk aversion, as investors might worry that if inflation was already picking up before the war began, higher oil prices could make it even worse going forward.CENTRAL BANK SPEAKERS08:30 GMT/04:30 ET - ECB's de Guindos (neutral - voter)12:30 GMT/08:30 ET - Fed's Bowman (dovish - voter)15:00 GMT/11:00 ET - ECB's Schnabel (hawkish - voter) This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.


title: ECB's Kazimir: Rate hike on Iran may be closer than thought
published_at: 2026-03-11T07:22:43Z
hash: 086e49f222a25f6437baf1ffb9a3d21cb7740dac336d79bf26e9e639671a445f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.401Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/ecbs-kazimir-rate-hike-on-iran-may-be-closer-than-thought-20260311/

summary:
The ECB is still in good placeWe will be ready to act if neededThere's no reason to act at the next meetingI have no reservations to hike without new forecastsUpside inflation risks clearly dominateA rate hike on Iran may be closer than thoughtThe euro caught a bid on that last comment as rate hike bets increased. He's usually erring on the hawkish side, so this is not really a surprise.None of his colleagues brought up the idea of raising rates earlier than expected; in fact, the majority has been stressing patience, as a premature rate adjustment could be a mistake.The problem here is that central banks cannot fix the root problem (shortage of oil). If this negative supply shock persists, it could slow growth while pushing inflation higher. But if the central bank responds by raising interest rates, it would almost certainly trigger a recession as the stock market would fall exacerbating the negative impact on economic activity.Right now, the market is pricing in 33 bps of tightening by year-end with a 60% chance of a rate hike in June. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: Germany February final CPI +1.9% vs +1.9% y/y prelim
url: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-february-final-cpi-19-vs-19-yy-prelim-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T07:01:04Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-february-final-cpi-19-vs-19-yy-prelim-20260311/
hash: 25bde8468b4180d6666153987060a0b05662ebe557332da38149c2f544711a72
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.402Z
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Prior +2.1%HICP +2.0% vs +2.0% y/y prelimPrior +2.1%The drop in the headline reading owes much to lower energy prices mostly. So when you take a look at core annual inflation instead, that is seen at 2.5% - the same as in January. As such, this is still one stubborn area that is stifling the ECB from pursuing further rate cuts.And when you add in the fact that price pressures are bound to go up amid the US-Iran conflict, suddenly rate cuts look to be off the table for good.Services inflation remains the main sticking point in Germany, with it being at 3.2% in February. Goods prices were less prevalent, only seen up 0.8% compared to the same month last year. The more comprehensive breakdown of the report: This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: ECB policymaker Villeroy says do not expect a rate hike at next week's meeting
published_at: 2026-03-11T06:57:44Z
hash: 5beadf781fbd97c874b75562b6c1f9e6d5b20cd37d32bc24e380d34f54be7ae2
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.403Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/ecb-policymaker-villeroy-says-do-not-expect-a-rate-hike-at-next-weeks-meeting-20260311/

summary:
We must remain calm amid Iran crisisThe conflict has raised uncertaintyLikely to see slightly higher inflation, less growth due to the conflictBut inflation in France will remain low, don't see stagflation happeningDo not expect a rate hike at the ECB meeting next weekMeanwhile, we're also hearing from ECB policymaker Nagel in saying that:Risk of higher inflation has risen, economic outlook has deterioratedECB will act decisively if energy spike feeds into durably higher inflationBut for now, a wait-and-see approach is appropriateLatest US statements on Iran conflict offer cause for hopeI don't think the remarks here are of any surprises really. It's been less than two weeks since the Middle East conflict started. And it remains to be seen how things might change in the weeks/months ahead. The initial spike in oil prices on Monday has also faded, thus affording major central banks some breathing room in dealing with scrutiny on inflation for now.As mentioned earlier here, it will be a case of central banks playing down any outsized reaction next week. Policymakers love optionality and flexibility, so it would be poor form to rush into anything and jump to conclusions on the inflation outlook for the time being. They will continue to adopt a more gradual and wait-and-see approach, as Nagel mentioned.That being said, the last thing they want is also for a repeat of the 2021-22 "transitory" fiasco. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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https://investinglive.com/centralbank/ecb-policymaker-villeroy-says-do-not-expect-a-rate-hike-at-next-weeks-meeting-20260311/


title: FX option expiries for 11 March 10am New York cut
url: https://investinglive.com/Orders/fx-option-expiries-for-11-march-10am-new-york-cut-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T06:12:09Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/Orders/fx-option-expiries-for-11-march-10am-new-york-cut-20260311/
hash: 7a02f253bf96a2a33dc1ff5393d9816a3249e3256aba1da06665b2f2008a87f6
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.403Z
summary:
There is just one to take note of on the day, as highlighted in bold below.That being for EUR/USD at the 1.1650 level. That keeps near key near-term levels, with the 200-hour moving average seen at 1.1645 currently. As mentioned yesterday, the currency pair is now caught in between that and its 100-hour moving average of 1.1599 at the moment. That is seeing price action get more locked in awaiting further changes in trading sentiment.The dollar has weakened back as oil prices come off the boil. But after the Washington fiasco yesterday, traders are still reserving some caution amid trying to decipher the lies and deception in the headlines.The hourly chart better exemplifies the state of play in EUR/USD at the moment after the nudge higher late on Monday:As such, the option expiries above could act alongside the 200-hour moving average to keep price action more limited to the upside in European morning trade later. That unless dollar flows start to act up again as markets react to the US-Iran conflict. In that lieu, it's all on prices as that is the tail wagging the dog in markets currently.So, just be wary of that as we look to the session ahead.For more information on how to use this data, you may refer to this post here.Head on over to investingLive (formerly ForexLive) to get in on the know! This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: The central bank bonanza returns next week
url: https://investinglive.com/centralbank/the-central-bank-bonanza-returns-next-week-20260311/
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:33:48Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/centralbank/the-central-bank-bonanza-returns-next-week-20260311/
hash: dea23dcd173d331e13e44be659878635dd167303b80b0626bd95e3acf2e6562c
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.404Z
summary:
Let's not beat around the bush here. As inflation fears come back into the picture, suddenly major central banks have a challenge up ahead of them in the coming weeks/months. And there will be plenty of watchful eyes and scrutiny on them next week, with a full slate on the agenda. The full list can be found below:Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meeting decision - 17 MarchBank of Canada meeting (BOC) decision - 18 MarchFederal Reserve (Fed) FOMC meeting decision - 18 MarchBank of Japan (BOJ) meeting decision - 19 MarchSwiss National Bank (SNB) meeting decision - 19 MarchBank of England (BOE) meeting decision - 19 MarchEuropean Central Bank (ECB) meeting decision - 19 MarchYup, the only one missing is the Reserve Bank of New Zealand - who will only return to the fray on 8 April next. That aside, it is going to be a jam-packed three days in the week ahead.That being said, there might not be too much drama in terms of rate decisions. The only central bank that could take action is arguably the RBA. Deputy governor Hauser's remarks here yesterday have certainly reignited the debate for a potential rate hike next week.And we're starting to see market pricing reflect that sentiment as well. The odds of a rate hike next week were at ~35% before he spoke but have jumped up now to ~71%. And that is also seeing the aussie dollar surge higher, with AUD/USD breaking new ground this week in a jump to 0.7170 currently.The US-Iran conflict is threatening stronger price pressures at a time when the RBA is already struggling to pin down inflation. So, policymakers might feel the need to get ahead of the curve.Of note, NAB, Deutsche, and Morgan Stanley have all shifted their calls and are penciling in a rate hike for next week now.So, that will be a key decision to watch.As for the other major central banks, the rate decisions will be less interesting with no changes expected across the board. The only main thing to watch will be how policymakers respond to possibly higher inflation to come.Will they revert back to what we saw back in 2021-22 in dismissing it all as "transitory"? That was a mistake at the time, so it will be interesting to see if history will repeat itself.But considering that we're just less than two weeks into the conflict, I would expect central banks to play for flexibility. And that means reaffirming a wait-and-see approach and not jumping to conclusions on how price developments are going to change. They will definitely acknowledge the risks of higher oil prices and inflation to come, but they won't prematurely commit to anything so early on. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: Nasdaq technical analysis shows the dip was bought. Now what?
published_at: 2026-03-11T05:00:02Z
hash: 96b67daf6973c76ffab64c955b73df814f14ef65f68deace06565adf67eb6265
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.407Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/stocks/nasdaq-technical-analysis-shows-the-dip-was-bought-now-what-20260311/

summary:
Update on Nasdaq Analysis Today 20 minutes before the European market opensNasdaq futures pause after the rebound as traders watch 24,853 support for clues on whether the next move is a bullish handle or a deeper retracementThe 1-hour Nasdaq futures chart adds an important layer to the bigger picture shown in the video. The first key moment was the sharp dip into the lower band of the channel, where buyers stepped in aggressively and reversed price higher. The next important junction came near the mid-channel yellow line, where sellers appeared, including profit takers from earlier long positions. That hesitation also developed near the hourly EMA, which sits around 25,024 and is now part of the near-term decision zone.From here, one of the most important levels to watch is the value area low near 24,853, marked by the blue dotted line. Traders should view that as an area, not an exact price, because markets can briefly pierce below support before deciding whether to recover or break down. If buyers defend that zone, the pullback could turn into a constructive retracement, possibly even a handle-like formation, before another push higher toward the recalculated point of control near 25,700 and the value area high near 25,930.If price breaks below the value area low and starts sustaining beneath it, the tone becomes more fragile. In that scenario, traders may start paying closer attention to the futures gap near 24,473 from the March 8 reopen, while also keeping the lower channel area near 24,000 in view. The key, as always, is not the line itself but how price behaves when it reaches these junctions.Dive right into my Nasdaq technical analysis video from today (11 March, 2026)The recent market action from investingLive.com suggests that while the "bearish tilt" felt heavy for a moment, the bulls might just be pulling a classic "fakie" recovery. Here is the fun recap of what went down:1. Oracle’s Cloud Nine MomentWhile the broader market was feeling the heat, Oracle smashed Q3 estimates, proving that the AI infrastructure build-out is still very much a thing.The Flex: Revenue hit $17.19B, and Larry Ellison’s crew raised their total revenue outlook to a staggering $90B.The Backlog: Their remaining performance obligations (RPO) ballooned to $553B—up from $130B just a year ago.The Sentiment: This massive cloud growth is acting as a safety net for tech-heavy sentiment, keeping the AI dream alive even when the charts get shaky.2. The Bearish Tilt: Technical Head-Fakes?Just as things were looking sunny, technical analysts spotted a Nasdaq drop below the 100-hour Moving Average.The Snag: The index hit a session high of 22,906 but got rejected right at the 200-hour moving average.The Geopolitical Jab: News of potential mines in the Strait of Hormuz spooked traders, briefly shifting the control to the sellers.The Verdict: Staying below 22,702 keeps things "tilted" to the downside, but the market seems to be fighting tooth and nail to keep that from becoming a full-blown slide.3. The Great Rebound: Oil and OptimismIf the bearish tilt was a "fakie," the Nasdaq rebound was the counter-punch.The Catalyst: Oil prices cooled off after the G7 considered releasing emergency reserves.The Trump Factor: Sentiment took a sharp turn for the better after Donald Trump suggested the war could end soon, leading traders to hunt for "dip-buying opportunities."What’s Next? With the US CPI report and Jobless Claims on the horizon, the market is caught between war headlines and economic data. Analysts are already whispering about a potential run back to all-time highs if de-escalation holds.The takeaway? The bearish tilt was real, but thanks to Oracle’s cloud muscle and some geopolitical hopium, the "fakie" is currently in full effect. Keep an eye on that 200-hour MA; if we break it, the bears might officially be back in hibernation.Nasdaq technical analysis today: Dip buyers defend support as bulls target 25,650Nasdaq technical analysis today points to a market that is still leaning bullish after Monday's sharp shakeout. Dip buyers stepped in quickly, reclaimed important territory, and pushed price back into a stronger position on the daily chart.See the YouTube video here - Nasdaq technical analysis by Itai Levitan on investingLive.com Youtube Channel, March 11, 2026.The first major feature on the chart is the yellow price channel. It is not perfectly clean, because markets often produce wicks and short-lived overshoots, but the overall structure still holds. The upper and lower boundaries continue to frame price action well, and there is also a midline inside the channel that has started to matter more. That middle area has already produced several reactions and now stands out as a near-term resistance zone.The second key tool is the volume profile, anchored from the contract rollover date. That matters because it helps identify where the market has done the most business during this phase. In simple terms, it highlights where buyers and sellers have found the most agreement on price.The biggest node on that profile is the point of control, or POC, near 24,800. That is an important technical level because it represents the price area with the heaviest participation in this range. Right now, Nasdaq is trading above that POC, which is a constructive signal for bulls.Price is also still inside the value area, marked by the two blue dotted lines. When a market is accepted back into value after a sharp dip, it often raises the probability of a move toward the upper end of that range. In this case, that puts roughly 25,650 into focus, along with the February 25 and February 26 highs.That is one of the main reasons Monday's dip deserves attention.The market sold off sharply during the shakeout tied to oil-price volatility, but the weakness did not last long. Buyers came in quickly and pushed price back into the value area. That kind of response is more bullish than bearish, especially when it happens around important structure rather than in the middle of a random move.Another level to watch is the 20-day exponential moving average, or EMA 20, which is now near 25,050. This is not as important as the POC, but it can still act as a useful short-term support reference. If Nasdaq keeps holding above that moving average, it gives bulls another layer of support beneath the market.For traders looking for a stronger technical support level that may be less vulnerable to short-term noise, the POC around 24,800 remains the more important line on the chart.Key Nasdaq levels to watch this weekOn the upside, 25,650 is the area to watch. That is the upper part of value and also sits near recent highs that bulls may want to challenge.On the downside, 25,050 is the first closer support via the EMA 20, while the 24,800 area is the more meaningful structural support through the POC.As long as price remains above those areas and continues to hold inside the value area, the technical picture stays more supportive for bulls than bears.Nasdaq outlook after the dip was boughtFor now, the message from the daily chart is fairly straightforward. The dip was bought, value was reclaimed, and bulls still hold the stronger technical posture.That does not guarantee an upside breakout this week. Markets can still stall, consolidate, or shake out weak hands again. But at this stage, the chart has not given bears enough evidence to confidently press the short side.If Nasdaq continues to hold above the EMA 20 and the POC, a move toward 25,650 becomes increasingly realistic. If price starts getting rejected again and loses those support zones, then the rebound may need more time to repair before another meaningful push higher.Nasdaq options sentiment: weak bullish tilt, but not clean buyer controlUsing the investingLive protected newsroom framing, this reads as a Bias Score of +1, which is a weak bullish tilt rather than a strong control signal.So we look at QQQM (Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF) is a low-cost exchange-traded fund designed for long-term investors to track the NASDAQ-100 Index. It represents the Nasdaq by holding the same 100 largest non-financial, technology-heavy companies as QQQ, but with a lower expense ratio.Th options tape in QQQM leaned positive on March 10, with net option delta volume at +3,822 and a bullish-to-bearish imbalance of roughly 71.8% to 28.2%, but the signal quality was limited.The main caveat is participation quality. The activity appears to be driven mostly by small and retail traders, not larger institutional-sized flow, and total impact was light at just 0.2% of stock volume. That makes this more of a sentiment hint than a clean control read. Price was also still trading below VWAP at $250.97, so the bullish flow did not yet have proper confirmation from the underlying tape.There is also a broader divergence that keeps the read cautious. While QQQM's own options delta showed +$961K, the dashboard showed constituent delta at -$235.2M, leaving a net read of about -$234.2M across the broader complex. In practical terms, the bullish tilt improves only if price can reclaim and hold above $250.97, then push through the $251.26-$251.36 weighted flow zone. Below $250.27, the setup remains fragile, and a break under $249.28 would largely invalidate the bullish lean.Last tip regarding today's Nasdaq analysis? I would watch if and how Oracle (ticker ORCL), that reported last night and is up an impressive 8.7%, will hold that post earnings gain, as a little but effective barometer of the Nasdaq market.Follow investingLive.com for more Nasdaq technical analysis, market insights, and advanced order flow coverage. Trade at your own risk. This article was written by Itai Levitan at investinglive.com.

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title: BOJ not expected to raise interest rates next week - poll
published_at: 2026-03-11T04:31:23Z
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The survey sees all 64 economists anticipating that the BOJ will keep its policy rate unchanged at 0.75% next week. Meanwhile, roughly 60% (37 out of 62 economists) see the Japanese central bank making a move to raise the policy rate to 1.00% by end-June. That is not too much changed from the ~58% in the February poll.Of the 44 economists who specified a timeline for the next rate hike, June was the top pick at ~32%. July got ~30% of the vote and ~27% stuck to April for the next move by the BOJ.As things stand, market pricing does concur with what we're seeing for the above somewhat. However, it does at least follow for what to expect for next week. Traders are pricing in ~94% odds of no change to the policy rate on 19 March with odds of a move in April at around ~48%. That then rises to nearly 80% for a move in June instead.The survey median forecasts also show that the BOJ is to raise interest rates to 1.25% by Q1 2027 and then 1.50% by Q1 2028.At the balance, it seems that most economists don't see Takaichi's plant of two new BOJ board members as being impediments to further policy tightening. But from the survey response, it seems that it is a bit of a close call but definitely not disheartening at least.18 of 31 economists say that the appointments of Toichiro Asada and Ayano Sato would not hinder the delivery of future rate hikes. Mizuho Securities notes that:"Since the share of 'reflationists' among the nine board members is not high, their voting behaviour and other actions are likely to have only a limited direct impact on policy decisions."It's a fair take but we will only get a better idea once they come in and how that might influence other members on the board. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: IEA propose largest-ever release of oil reserves
published_at: 2026-03-11T03:43:29Z
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Container ship damaged off UAE, hit by suspected projectile near Strait of HormuzWestpac lifts RBA peak rate forecast to 4.35%, sees RBA hiking rates in March and MayAustralian bank analysts are piling on to forecast an RBA rate hike next weekWeak yen and oil shock cloud Japan inflation outlook -- PPI recapPBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 6.8917 (vs. estimate at 6.8824)Goldman Sachs February CPI preview signals gradual inflation slowdown, not everyone agreesThe IEA is weighing a record oil reserve release to calm markets after Hormuz disruptionJapanese wholesale prices +2.0% y/y in February (2.1% expected)ICYMI: Debate grows over political influence on Bank of Japan policyICYMI: RBA’s Hauser warns oil price risks could intensify rate rise debate (March 17 live)US destroys 16 Iranian mine vessels and warns over Strait of Hormuz, more detailTrump thanks India Reliance for investment in new Texas refinery projectG7 to discuss energy coordination as Mid East tensions lift oil prices: 1400 GMT WednesdayNorth Korea tests cruise missile for destroyer and backs Iran (KJU attention seeking)Lagarde says eurozone not in stagflation as ECB keeps rate path uncertainUS stocks mixed. NASDAQ closes marginally higher. The S&P marginally lower.investingLive Americas market news wrap: A complete mess in oil. Other markets tune outOracle beats Q3 estimates as cloud revenue growth drives $90B outlook (shares jump)Summary:Oil markets remained in focus as the U.S. said it eliminated 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz.A Wall Street Journal report said the IEA has proposed the largest-ever release of strategic oil reserves, with countries to decide today.The G7 will meet at 1400 GMT to discuss energy coordination amid the Middle East conflict.Japan signalled it could release oil reserves independently if needed, while February PPI data came in softer.RBA Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser’s hawkish remarks yesterday triggered a wave of forecasts for a March 17 rate hike.AUD/USD rose to levels last seen in mid-2022, while Asian equities rallied, with the Nikkei above 55,500.Oil markets remained a key focus during the Asia session as developments around the Strait of Hormuz and emergency energy policy discussions helped drive sentiment.The U.S. military said it had eliminated 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the security risks facing one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. A Wall Street Journal report said the International Energy Agency has proposed the largest-ever coordinated release of strategic oil reserves to help stabilise crude prices. Countries are expected to decide later today whether to proceed with the release.Energy security will also be on the agenda at the G7 meeting scheduled for 1400 GMT, where leaders are set to discuss potential coordination measures. Oil prices have eased somewhat following these developments.Central bank developments also drew attention in the region. RBA Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser delivered remarks on a podcast Tuesday that were interpreted as notably hawkish just one week ahead of the next Reserve Bank policy meeting. His comments have prompted a cascade of analyst forecasts for a March 17 rate hike.Westpac, NAB, Citi and Deutsche Bank now expect the RBA to raise rates in both March and May, while Bank of America, UBS and Capital Economics forecast a hike at next week’s meeting. The shift in expectations helped push AUD/USD to levels last seen in mid-2022.In Japan, Trade Minister Akazawa said the government could release oil reserves independently if necessary and would not rule out any measures to ensure energy stability. Japan also released February producer price data, which showed a modest easing in wholesale inflation y/y and a surprise monthly deflation, supporting expectations for the Bank of Japan to hold off on policy normalisation at next week’s meeting.Regional equities were firm. China’s new energy sector climbed more than 3%, while Japan’s Nikkei rose over 2%, trading above the 55,500 level. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Container ship damaged off UAE, hit by suspected projectile near Strait of Hormuz
published_at: 2026-03-11T03:23:46Z
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https://investinglive.com/commodities/container-ship-damaged-off-uae-hit-by-suspected-projectile-near-strait-of-hormuz-20260311/

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A container ship was damaged by a suspected projectile near the Strait of Hormuz as regional conflict raises risks to global shipping.Summary:A container vessel reported damage from a suspected projectile near the Strait of Hormuz.The incident occurred 25 nautical miles northwest of Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE, according to UKMTO.The extent of the damage remains under investigation, though all crew members are safe.The alert comes amid escalating conflict involving Iran and Western forces that has threatened shipping in the region.The Strait of Hormuz handles about one-fifth of global oil shipments, making it one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.A container vessel has reported sustaining damage from a suspected projectile near the United Arab Emirates as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to threaten maritime traffic through one of the world’s most important shipping corridors.The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said it received a report of an incident roughly 25 nautical miles northwest of Ras Al Khaimah, a coastal emirate in the UAE located close to the Strait of Hormuz.According to the report, the master of a container ship said the vessel had been struck by what was described as a suspected but unidentified projectile. The extent of the damage remains unclear and is currently under investigation, though UKMTO said all crew members are safe.UKMTO is a British-run maritime monitoring organisation based in Bahrain that serves as a central reporting point for commercial vessels operating in the Middle East. It issues security alerts and coordinates information on potential threats to shipping across key waterways including the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz.The latest incident comes during a period of heightened tension in the region following the escalation of conflict involving Iran and Western allies. In recent weeks, military strikes and retaliatory actions linked to the confrontation have raised fears that Tehran or allied groups could target shipping passing through the Gulf.The Strait of Hormuz, which lies between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula, is widely regarded as one of the most strategically sensitive maritime choke points in the global energy system. Roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply and a significant share of global liquefied natural gas exports pass through the narrow channel each day.Any disruption to shipping through the strait can have immediate repercussions for global energy markets and supply chains.Security incidents in the area have periodically intensified during periods of geopolitical tension. Tankers and cargo vessels have previously been targeted by drones, mines and missile strikes during past confrontations involving Iran and Western powers.While details of the latest incident remain limited, it is likely to heighten concerns among shipping operators and energy markets about the risk of further disruptions to maritime traffic in the Gulf. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Westpac lifts RBA peak rate forecast to 4.35%, sees RBA hiking rates in March and May
published_at: 2026-03-11T02:59:50Z
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Westpac now expects the RBA to hike rates in both March and May as policymakers respond to oil-driven inflation risks.Summary:Westpac now expects the RBA to raise the cash rate by 25bp in both March and May, revising its earlier forecast of a single hike.The projected terminal rate is now 4.35% under the bank’s updated outlook.The change reflects the inflationary impact of higher oil prices and signals from the RBA that it may act to prevent inflation expectations from rising.Westpac says a single hike remains possible, particularly if volatility escalates or the oil shock proves temporary.The bank still expects rate cuts to begin in late 2027 as inflation returns toward the target midpoint.Westpac has revised its outlook for Reserve Bank of Australia policy, now expecting the central bank to deliver two rate hikes in the coming months as policymakers respond to rising inflation risks linked to higher oil prices.In a research note, the bank said it now expects the RBA to raise the cash rate by 25 basis points in both March and May, a shift from its earlier forecast that anticipated a single increase in May with additional tightening only as a possibility.Under the revised outlook, the RBA’s policy rate would reach a peak of 4.35%, reflecting a more proactive response to the latest inflation developments.The change in forecast follows a reassessment of the likely impact of the recent surge in oil prices stemming from geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While Westpac believes the effect on headline inflation will likely prove significant but temporary, it argues the central bank may still feel compelled to act in order to prevent inflation expectations from drifting higher.According to the bank, recent communication from the RBA RBA policymaker Hauser says oil price and Middle East volatility is a "genuine challenge"ICYMI: RBA’s Hauser warns oil price risks could intensify rate rise debate (March 17 live)has reinforced the view that policymakers remain cautious about the economy’s supply-side capacity. Even after the latest national accounts data, which included revisions, softer consumption indicators and more benign unit labour cost readings, the central bank has continued to emphasise concerns about limited spare capacity.That stance suggests the RBA may be inclined to respond pre-emptively to an inflation shock, even if it is driven primarily by energy prices.Westpac also noted that the RBA has signalled a willingness to react to headline inflation spikes to guard against the risk of inflation expectations becoming unanchored, despite the fact that expectations have remained relatively stable through previous shocks.The bank acknowledged there are still arguments for the RBA to delay action until May. The oil shock may fade quickly, and financial markets could become more volatile if geopolitical tensions escalate further. As a result, a split vote at the March policy meeting is possible, with some policymakers preferring to wait for additional data.However, Westpac said delaying a response is no longer its central scenario.The bank also highlighted that its longer-term outlook remains broadly unchanged. It expects underlying inflation to move back toward the 2.5% midpoint of the RBA’s target band by late next year, alongside a gradual increase in unemployment and clearer evidence that supply capacity growth is improving.As a result, Westpac anticipates that the current restrictive policy stance will eventually need to be unwound, though the timing of those cuts has shifted slightly. It now expects easing to begin in November and December 2027, followed by further cuts in February 2028.The bank added that more frequent adjustments to policy may reflect recent changes to the RBA’s operating framework, including refinements to its mandate and a revised composition of the Monetary Policy Board that may be more comfortable with actively adjusting policy to keep inflation close to the target midpoint.---WPAC not the only change of call:Australian bank analysts are piling on to forecast an RBA rate hike next weekRBA next meet March 16 and 17. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Australian bank analysts are piling on to forecast an RBA rate hike next week
published_at: 2026-03-11T01:54:06Z
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https://investinglive.com/centralbank/australian-bank-analysts-are-piling-on-to-forecast-an-rba-rate-hike-next-week-20260311/

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Hauser’s hawkish inflation warnings have pushed markets toward expecting a possible RBA rate hike as soon as the March meeting.RBA policymaker Hauser says oil price and Middle East volatility is a "genuine challenge"ICYMI: RBA’s Hauser warns oil price risks could intensify rate rise debate (March 17 live)Summary:RBA Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser warned oil price shocks pose upside risks to inflation amid uncertainty tied to the Iran conflict.He said there will be “genuine policy debate” at the next RBA board meeting, with arguments on both sides.Market pricing now implies roughly a 70% chance of a rate hike at the March 17 meeting.Westpac, NAB, Citi and Deutsche Bank now expect hikes in March and May.Bank of America, UBS and Capital Economics also forecast a hike at next week’s meeting.Reserve Bank of Australia Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser’s latest remarks have sharpened expectations that the central bank’s upcoming policy meeting could be more consequential than previously assumed, with markets now increasingly pricing in the possibility of a near-term rate hike.Speaking on Tuesday, Hauser highlighted the inflation risks stemming from surging oil prices tied to geopolitical tensions involving Iran, while emphasising that the central bank’s response will depend on how persistent the shock proves to be.“Our response depends on the size and persistence of the price shock,” he said, noting that the outlook remains uncertain given rapidly evolving geopolitical developments.Despite that uncertainty, Hauser’s tone underscored the RBA’s continued focus on preventing inflation expectations from becoming unanchored. He warned that failing to act decisively if inflation proves persistent would risk repeating the damaging experience of the recent inflation surge.“If we fail to act decisively enough to prevent inflation staying high or even rising and expectations of inflation disanchor… it will be bad for everyone,” he said, describing inflation as “toxic” for the economy.Hauser also pointed to signs that Australia’s economy is operating close to its limits, noting that recent data has reinforced the view that spare capacity in the economy is limited. Annual GDP growth of 2.6% exceeds the RBA’s estimate of roughly 2% sustainable growth, suggesting demand may still be running ahead of the economy’s underlying capacity.While he acknowledged some areas of the economy have been softer — particularly household consumption — Hauser said the broader economic picture remains solid.“The Australian economy in many ways is in good shape,” he said.The remarks have triggered a noticeable shift in market expectations around the RBA’s next move. Interest-rate markets now imply roughly a 70% probability of a rate hike at the March 17 policy meeting, compared with far lower odds before Hauser’s comments.Several major banks have also adjusted their forecasts. Westpac, National Australia Bank, Citi and Deutsche Bank now expect the RBA to deliver rate hikes in both March and May. Meanwhile, Bank of America, UBS and Capital Economics have recently moved to predict a rate increase at next week’s meeting.Before the latest developments, many analysts had expected the RBA to remain on hold in March, partly because policymakers had emphasised the importance of monitoring further inflation data before adjusting policy.However, the sharp rise in global oil prices linked to the Middle East conflict has complicated that outlook. Higher energy costs pose a clear upside risk to inflation, though Hauser noted that Australia’s status as a net energy exporter could provide some offsetting support to economic activity through stronger export demand.With the RBA’s next decision approaching, policymakers now appear to face a delicate balancing act between managing geopolitical inflation risks and ensuring monetary policy remains appropriately calibrated to domestic economic conditions. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Weak yen and oil shock cloud Japan inflation outlook -- PPI recap
published_at: 2026-03-11T01:30:13Z
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Japan’s wholesale inflation cooled in February but rising oil prices from the Iran conflict threaten to push price pressures higher again.Summary:Japan’s corporate goods price index (CGPI) rose 2.0% y/y in February, below the 2.1% forecast.Wholesale inflation slowed from January’s 2.3% rise, marking a third straight month of easing.Government fuel subsidies helped offset rising commodity costs, cushioning price pressures.Import prices jumped 2.8% y/y, the fastest pace since July 2024, reflecting a weaker yen.Economists warn the Middle East oil shock could soon push wholesale inflation higher again.Japan’s wholesale inflation slowed for a third consecutive month in February as government fuel subsidies helped cushion companies from rising commodity costs, though economists warn the respite could prove temporary amid surging oil prices linked to Middle East tensions.Data released Wednesday showed the corporate goods price index (CGPI), which measures the prices companies charge one another for goods and services, rose 2.0% from a year earlier, slowing from 2.3% in January and coming in slightly below the 2.1% median forecast.The moderation in wholesale inflation suggests that government policies aimed at stabilising energy costs have helped dampen some of the impact from higher global commodity prices.However, the figures largely pre-date the escalation of conflict involving Iran that began on February 28, meaning the data do not fully capture the inflationary effects of the latest surge in oil prices.A Bank of Japan official noted that even before the latest geopolitical developments, price pressures were building in some areas, including a rise in nonferrous metal prices driven by geopolitical risk.At the same time, Japan’s yen-based import price index rose 2.8% in February from a year earlier, accelerating from a revised 0.7% increase in January and marking the strongest gain since July 2024. The rise reflects the continued weakness of the yen, which increases the cost of imported goods and raw materials.Economists say volatile energy markets could soon feed through to domestic prices with a lag.“Wholesale inflation is likely to re-accelerate as surging crude oil prices from the Middle East conflict push up fuel costs,” said Masato Koike, senior economist at Sompo Institute Plus. He added that the weak yen will also keep import costs elevated said Reuters. However, Koike said such price increases would largely reflect cost-push inflation, which may complicate the Bank of Japan’s policy decisions.“At least in the short run, it could serve as a hurdle for additional rate hikes by the BOJ, which focuses more on trend inflation,” he said.The data underscore the difficult balancing act facing the BOJ. The central bank ended more than a decade of ultra-loose policy in 2024 and has gradually raised interest rates since then, including a move in December that lifted the policy rate to 0.75%, the highest level in roughly 30 years.Governor Kazuo Ueda has signalled that the BOJ is prepared to tighten policy further if inflation stabilises around its 2% target, supported by stronger wage growth and domestic demand.But rising oil prices tied to geopolitical tensions risk creating a complicated mix of slower growth and higher costs, leaving policymakers weighing whether inflation pressures reflect durable demand or temporary external shocks.---Earlier:ICYMI: Debate grows over political influence on Bank of Japan policyBoJ meet next week: This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: PBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 6.8917 (vs. estimate at 6.8824)
published_at: 2026-03-11T01:15:21Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:49.415Z
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The PBOC allows the yuan to fluctuate within a +/- 2% range, around this reference rate. more to come This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: As Iran conflict and oil roil investors, here’s the next line in the sand for the S&P 500
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:35:00Z
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ai_effect: - Increased oil volatility - Potential for US sanctions - Escalating Middle East tensions
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: A stronger US dollar may result from increased tensions and potential sanctions on Iran.
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices may rise as investors seek safe-haven assets amid conflict and uncertainty.
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https://www.marketwatch.com/story/as-iran-conflict-and-oil-roil-investors-heres-the-next-line-in-the-sand-for-the-s-p-500-e3409398?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Where the S&P 500 goes next is clearly hinging on oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s a fresh line in the sand.

ai_summary:
The S&P 500 is closely tied to oil prices and the Strait of Hormuz, with investors watching for a fresh line in the sand. This could impact market direction and investor sentiment.


published_at: 2026-03-11T12:31:00Z
summary: “My low salary requires me to have multiple other part-time jobs.”
guid: WP-MKTW-0004829733
hash: aad225378ba504629eb32e39540cdb4a5bff8d6be9206d1033bdb35374298e77
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.276Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_gold_effect: No direct impact on Gold (XAU/USD) prices expected.
title:
‘I am stuck in a low-income trap’: I’m a teacher and very good at my job. Will I ever earn six figures?

url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/i-am-stuck-in-a-low-income-trap-im-a-teacher-will-i-ever-earn-six-figures-5f7dd2b9?mod=mw_rss_topstories

ai_summary:
A teacher in the US is struggling to earn a six-figure salary despite being very good at their job, highlighting the low-income trap for educators.

ai_effect:
- Teacher's low salary is a result of stagnant wages
- Many teachers take on multiple part-time jobs to make ends meet
- This issue affects not only individual teachers but also the overall quality of education

ai_usd_effect:
The news may lead to increased demand for higher education and training programs to improve teaching skills.


title: Campbell’s stock heads toward a 23-year low as soups and snack sales are down again
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:28:00Z
summary: The company’s CEO said the company has ”a more cautious view for the balance of the year.”
guid: WP-MKTW-0004836975
hash: b09fa8d336829d2d489060a16243fd27fb368eff759cd99e3697708d3eda7eb2
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.276Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: A weaker dollar could provide some relief as imports become more expensive.
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices may increase as investors seek safe-haven assets in uncertain economic times.
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/campbells-stock-heads-toward-a-23-year-low-as-soups-and-snack-sales-are-down-again-bdefa664?mod=mw_rss_topstories

ai_summary:
Campbell's stock is expected to drop due to declining soup and snack sales, with the CEO expressing a cautious outlook for the year.

ai_effect:
- Declining sales will likely lead to reduced earnings and revenue
- The cautious outlook may also impact investor confidence
- Campbell's stock has already fallen by over 50% this year


title: This may be the best way to play energy stocks if oil stays above $80 a barrel
published_at: 2026-03-11T12:19:00Z
summary: Opinions on where oil prices are headed from here could be an important decision driver.
guid: WP-MKTW-0004833370
hash: 7e0fb802786a6db883a1dd6da8d3693078a76dae233ddc00b2b177ef06d7e008
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.276Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-might-be-the-best-way-to-invest-in-oil-stocks-right-now-f7cc270f?mod=mw_rss_topstories

ai_summary:
A strong oil price above $80 a barrel could benefit energy stocks, but opinions on future prices are crucial to this outcome. This news may influence investor sentiment and market trends.

ai_effect:
- Increased investor confidence in the economy
- Shift in asset allocation towards energy stocks
- Potential for higher interest rates

ai_usd_effect:
A stronger US dollar could result from increased investor confidence in the economy, potentially weakening gold prices.

ai_gold_effect:
Higher oil prices above $80 a barrel could lead to lower gold prices as investors shift their assets towards more profitable energy stocks.


published_at: 2026-03-11T11:30:00Z
summary: “I didn’t ask a man to rear-end my car at a red light.”
guid: WP-MKTW-0004829756
hash: 3d3822d04ee5985b6bec531aba03de7c2411277d2a74457d317c8fcdb559ab87
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.276Z
title:
‘I didn’t ask a man to rear-end my car’: Social Security is replacing my disability benefits. Will the fund run out of money?

url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/i-didnt-ask-a-man-to-rear-end-my-car-social-security-is-replacing-my-disability-benefits-will-the-fund-run-out-of-money-794d81b0?mod=mw_rss_topstories


title: Medicare Advantage is facing a reality check — and seniors are the ones who will pay for it
published_at: 2026-03-11T11:20:00Z
summary: Once lucrative for insurers and a safe haven for patients, Medicare Advantage is getting squeezed.
guid: WP-MKTW-0004832199
hash: 0b35cc432526d6abb03af7b998220c665cf274e05fd203598a70a783d02639b4
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.277Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/medicare-advantage-is-facing-a-reality-check-and-seniors-are-the-ones-who-will-pay-for-it-abab012e?mod=mw_rss_topstories


title: Oil futures rise as traders await decision on reserves
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:54:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004836881
hash: bd977729ddfa5a647bb226f128db17718f3426b3529df647b9bf709e7ce9f4bc
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.277Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/oil-futures-rise-as-traders-await-decision-on-reserves-3cd81485?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Oil futures rose on Wednesday as traders awaited what could be a historic release of emergency government reserves to counter the disruption to supplies from the attack on Iran.


title: ‘Cruising used to feel special.’ Cruise lines were struggling even before the Iran conflict.
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:39:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004830998
hash: aebc76c0d30fd056dae16cf2d3aa59b115c175a3b81857ab0b418d7591396d9a
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.277Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/cruising-used-to-feel-special-cruise-lines-were-struggling-even-before-the-iran-conflict-hurt-stocks-78b6a88b?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Cruise stocks were among the S&P 500’s biggest decliners since the Middle East conflict, and it’s not just about rising fuel prices


published_at: 2026-03-11T10:28:00Z
summary: ”I have $560,000 in my IRA, $125,000 in stocks and $50,000 in savings.”
guid: WP-MKTW-0004832632
hash: a70db469e5e576a4d78a7f788bfc823046a86dfbc93ae45bd0d39da82888361f
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.277Z
title:
‘My parents begged me never to put him in a home’: I have taken care of my disabled brother my entire life. Am I doing enough?

url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/i-promised-my-parents-i-take-care-of-my-brother-who-is-developmentally-disabled-im-now-retired-am-i-doing-enough-c3d926a9?mod=mw_rss_topstories


title: Why European Central Bank officials are weighing hiking interest rates into a supply shock
published_at: 2026-03-11T10:22:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004836732
hash: 3231f06d6788981557319e4162cf0242c0c557e37b059babcde99c10cee87e92
fetched_at: 2026-03-11T12:37:50.277Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/rate-hike-expectations-are-increasing-after-european-officials-say-iran-war-inflation-may-spur-them-into-action-4d79dbc9?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Traders increased bets on a possible interest rate rise in the eurozone this year after officials on Wednesday said the bloc’s central bank may be forced to act if the Iran war risks an inflation spike.


title: CoinDesk 20 performance update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) gains 1.5% as index trades flat
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:10:22Z
summary: NEAR Protocol (NEAR), up 1.9% from Monday, joined Bitcoin Cash (BCH) as a top performer.
guid: 37767c1b-1fbc-47ef-99da-5610d8e8d96c
hash: 95b3b6477e9be3bdd8b3b38fe8953239bea492993ef1d131ba96b19a13094ab3
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.591Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: The flat performance of the CoinDesk 20 index suggests stability in USD prices for now.
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices remain unaffected by the movements within the CoinDesk 20 index.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/coindesk-indices/2026/03/31/coindesk-20-performance-update-bitcoin-cash-bch-gains-1-5-as-index-trades-flat

ai_summary:
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) gained 1.5% as part of the CoinDesk 20 index's flat performance, with NEAR Protocol (NEAR) also rising 1.9%.

ai_effect:
- BCH's gain could indicate growing investor interest
- NEAR's rise may signal increasing adoption of its protocol.
- The flat performance maintains market expectations for a stable overall trend.


title: Chainalysis adds 'natural language' AI agents to its blockchain investigation platform
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:00:00Z
guid: 857745b1-c862-4e2d-ba09-8fbc9f370dc3
hash: c7325ae34a6bc7ce9f749a275287c3e6246d5433abd1e28bcefa516bc1499a9d
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.604Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/30/chainalysis-adds-natural-language-ai-agents-to-its-blockchain-investigation-platform

summary:
CEO Jonathan Levin says it marks a "really important moment" for making such analysis more accessible as the crypto industry grows with non-native entrants.

ai_summary:
Chainalysis is adding AI agents to its blockchain investigation platform, making analysis more accessible as the crypto industry grows, according to CEO Jonathan Levin.

ai_effect:
- Increased accessibility
- Growing adoption by non-native entrants
- Potential influence on USD and gold prices

ai_usd_effect:
This development may lead to increased adoption and usage of Chainalysis' services by non-native crypto entrants, potentially influencing USD prices.

ai_gold_effect:
The impact on Gold (XAU/USD) is uncertain at this time, but the growth of the crypto industry could lead to increased demand for digital assets, potentially affecting gold prices in the long run.


title: Coinbase’s Base to focus on tokenized markets, stablecoins, developers this year
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:00:00Z
guid: bf5d9f6e-f879-4baf-900f-c4c8339c0ac5
hash: 8ff0ffb5dc200b667ae5378c7a57558645774284dbbe6240ca50299943a4963b
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.618Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices are unlikely to be directly affected by Coinbase's shift in focus.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/03/31/coinbase-s-base-to-focus-on-tokenized-markets-stablecoins-developers-this-year

summary:
The move comes as the chain distances itself from Optimism technology and toward in-house infrastructure as it seeks greater independence and scale.

ai_summary:
Coinbase is shifting its focus to tokenized markets and stablecoins, moving away from Optimism technology, in an effort to gain greater independence and scale.

ai_effect:
- Increased competition for stablecoin dominance
- Potential impact on cryptocurrency adoption rates
- Shift towards in-house infrastructure may lead to improved security

ai_usd_effect:
The move may lead to increased USD volatility as a result of Coinbase's growing influence on the cryptocurrency market.


title: Downside risk remains as bitcoin nears record-tying six-month losing streak
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:58:34Z
guid: 5e662e52-9c9d-49eb-a107-2ed5f0eca788
hash: fc2269750cb3b372de57cb59848a84a7f4bc22ab68ae3872ca6a70f831014745
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.621Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: A decline in bitcoin's value could lead to increased demand for USD as a safe-haven currency.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/downside-risk-remains-as-bitcoin-nears-record-tying-six-month-losing-streak

summary:
A close below $67,300 for bitcoin would confirm six straight monthly losses amid ongoing macro pressures.

ai_summary:
Bitcoin is near a record-tying six-month losing streak and may drop below $67,300 for the first time in months, which could increase downside risk. This news has significant implications for investors.

ai_effect:
- Bitcoin's price is under pressure from macro pressures
- A close below $67,300 would confirm six straight monthly losses
- Investors are seeking safe-haven assets

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may rise if investors seek safer assets amid market uncertainty, potentially increasing the XAU/USD price.


title: Google warns five quantum attack paths could put $100 billion on Ethereum at risk
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:02:23Z
guid: d82b4167-5949-476b-ba87-fbe10830a755
hash: 0efe3d6cd1c4e3a197f3b48d971ce7254c8c1f8a1e9ab6e40c5e1f91c5e061e7
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.621Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/03/31/google-warns-five-quantum-attack-paths-could-put-usd100-billion-on-ethereum-at-risk

summary:
A 57-page whitepaper identifies how future quantum computers could target Ethereum's wallets, smart contracts, staking system, Layer 2 networks and data verification layer, with combined exposure exceeding $100 billion.

ai_summary:
Google has identified five potential quantum attack paths that could compromise Ethereum's $100 billion worth of assets, raising concerns about the security of cryptocurrency transactions.

ai_effect:
- Quantum computers could target Ethereum's wallets and smart contracts
- Layer 2 networks and data verification layers are also at risk
- The impact on Ethereum's staking system is still unclear

ai_usd_effect:
A significant increase in USD value for cryptocurrencies like Ethereum could lead to a decline in the US dollar's value.

ai_gold_effect:
The potential for increased volatility in cryptocurrency markets may lead to a decrease in gold prices as investors seek safer assets.


title: Prediction markets backlash builds possible stormcloud for 2027
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:00:00Z
guid: 4754558e-0fb1-4bb3-9383-419252d6cffe
hash: f6f06dbb565ffecd9b6c3630b9d5813d0582b07d0b48c60ee7c8e6b4b1dc1d1e
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.625Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/news-analysis/2026/03/30/prediction-markets-backlash-builds-possible-stormcloud-for-2027

summary:
Odds favor a Democratic rise in Congress next year, when lawmakers who've begun going after firms such as Kalshi and Polymarket may have greater sway.

ai_summary:
Prediction markets are facing a backlash that could lead to increased regulation and potentially impact the industry's growth, with some lawmakers targeting firms like Kalshi and Polymarket.

ai_effect:
- Increased regulation
- Potential impact on industry growth
- Targeting of firms like Kalshi and Polymarket

ai_usd_effect:
The potential for increased regulatory scrutiny in the prediction market space may lead to a decrease in investor confidence, which could negatively affect USD prices.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may not be directly affected by the backlash in prediction markets, but a stable USD could support gold prices.


title: Forex startup OpenFX raises $94 million to expand stablecoin-powered cross-border payments
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:40:14Z
guid: 04b25532-b47d-47b6-94d5-722969ebf81d
hash: 726ce7f68ccff62beaa2ad82c86969de281860957d29194f4a51f9f3debccc2f
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.625Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/31/forex-startup-openfx-raises-usd94-million-to-expand-stablecoin-powered-cross-border-payments

summary:
The company acts as a bridge between traditional banking and digital assets, enabling faster and cheaper foreign-exchange conversions for businesses moving large sums of money.

ai_summary:
Forex startup OpenFX raised $94 million to expand its stablecoin-powered cross-border payments service, acting as a bridge between traditional banking and digital assets for businesses making large international transactions.

ai_effect:
- Increased competition in the cross-border payments space
- Potential for more efficient and cheaper foreign-exchange conversions
- Expansion into new markets with stablecoin-powered services

ai_usd_effect:
The increased adoption of stablecoins in cross-border payments may lead to reduced demand for USD-denominated currencies.

ai_gold_effect:
The rise of stablecoins could potentially reduce the appeal of gold as a store of value and hedge against inflation.


title: Quantum risk resurfaces at the worst time for bitcoin, but 1 token is loving it
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:15:00Z
summary: Your day-ahead look for March 31, 2026
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hash: ec60ff8afa40c742ae96601e6c07d45f648786abe04f84fc3f6e51b070d2f136
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.626Z
ai_impact_level: High
ai_usd_effect: The increased quantum risk may lead to a decline in USD's value as investors seek safer assets.
ai_gold_effect: Gold prices may rise as investors hedge against potential losses in the cryptocurrency market.
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/daybook-us/2026/03/31/quantum-risk-resurfaces-at-the-worst-time-for-bitcoin-but-1-token-is-loving-it

ai_summary:
Quantum computing risks have resurfaced, potentially threatening the security of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Meanwhile, a specific token is experiencing significant gains despite this risk.

ai_effect:
- Increased quantum computing risks
- Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies may be vulnerable
- A specific token is experiencing significant gains


title: A quantum computer may need just 10,000 qubits to empty your crypto wallets, researchers say
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:03:14Z
guid: 3f1c7d08-bbaa-4a79-9ad3-6c9969ddb840
hash: 8957b07bac9ed3c45a064c35c0236ec7188fc987eacd451eb40135bd4f4650b8
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.626Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/quantum-computers-could-break-crypto-wallet-encryption-with-just-10-000-qubits-researchers-say

summary:
The research shows quantum computers may break bitcoin and ether wallet encryption with far fewer qubits than previously thought, accelerating the push toward post-quantum security.

ai_summary:
Researchers say a quantum computer with just 10,000 qubits could break the encryption used in Bitcoin and Ethereum wallets, potentially accelerating the need for post-quantum security measures.

ai_effect:
- Quantum computers are becoming increasingly powerful
- Post-quantum security measures may be needed soon
- Investors should monitor developments closely

ai_usd_effect:
This development may lead to increased volatility in the USD as investors reassess risk and adjust their portfolios accordingly.

ai_gold_effect:
The potential threat of quantum computers to traditional encryption methods could also impact gold prices, potentially leading to a safe-haven surge in the metal.


title: Bearish sentiment builds in crypto as volatility and hedging rise
published_at: 2026-03-31T10:34:58Z
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hash: 73879ac65650220235decda00bc9d85bf339c74e97b18d57dbc681358fa49279
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.631Z
ai_effect: - Increased hedging activity - Rising oil prices - Declining futures interest
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/bearish-sentiment-builds-in-crypto-as-volatility-and-hedging-rise

summary:
Bitcoin’s brief rally faded amid war-driven oil price surge, rising volatility and declining futures interest, signaling growing caution across crypto markets.

ai_summary:
Bitcoin's price surge was short-lived as war-driven oil price increases and rising volatility led to a decrease in investor confidence, causing a bearish trend in the crypto market.

ai_usd_effect:
The strengthening US dollar could gain further traction due to the growing uncertainty in global markets.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices might see an increase as investors seek safe-haven assets amidst rising volatility and geopolitical tensions.


title: David Bailey’s Nakamoto sells roughly 5% of its bitcoin holdings, offloading 284 BTC
published_at: 2026-03-31T09:41:03Z
guid: 737c1bb8-1e61-447b-b894-77f2467b305e
hash: f2722b264dd7e63859e56c621d39c299f0567bb7c9f328443fd961fae1e20d63
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.633Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/david-bailey-s-nakamoto-sells-roughly-5-of-its-bitcoin-holdings-offloading-284-btc

summary:
The sale underscores liquidity pressures as the company continues its pivot to a bitcoin treasury strategy.

ai_summary:
Nakamoto's David Bailey sold roughly 5% of its bitcoin holdings, which is around 284 BTC, amid liquidity pressures as the company pivots to a bitcoin treasury strategy.

ai_effect:
- Increased volatility in the bitcoin market
- Potential for more companies to follow Nakamoto's lead
- Shift in investor sentiment towards cryptocurrencies

ai_usd_effect:
The sale could lead to increased USD demand as investors seek safe-haven assets amidst market volatility.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may be less affected by this event, as it is primarily related to the cryptocurrency market and not directly tied to traditional assets like gold.


title: Hashdex’s diversified crypto ETF adds options for hedging, income generation
published_at: 2026-03-31T09:02:07Z
guid: 46dcb233-301b-4e5c-93af-87d2430c4f8c
hash: cc377874575e1389e99016a4c91506434c72c9b30f7115ac9e8662bea477aaa3
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.635Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/hashdex-s-diversified-crypto-etf-adds-options-for-hedging-income-generation

summary:
Options on Hashdex’s diversified NCIQ ETF now let investors hedge, generate income and manage risk across a broad basket of digital assets.

ai_summary:
Hashdex's diversified crypto ETF now offers options for hedging, income generation and risk management, expanding investor choices.

ai_effect:
- Increased investor confidence in crypto markets
- Potential for increased trading activity
- New opportunities for income generation

ai_usd_effect:
The introduction of these options may lead to increased demand for USD-denominated assets as investors seek to hedge against potential crypto price fluctuations.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may be less affected by the launch of these options, as they are not directly related to the new features.


title: Crypto investment firm Keyrock valued at $1.1 billion in Series C led by SC Ventures
published_at: 2026-03-31T08:30:00Z
guid: 8f3c8f62-aaec-4534-908e-0b9e2698c978
hash: 2996cfe8f4ef34d48389030423f6fead8608358a321604f572605246279179a8
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.654Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/31/crypto-investment-firm-keyrock-valued-at-usd1-1-billion-in-series-c-led-by-sc-ventures

summary:
The Brussels-based digital asset firm said the new capital will bolster its balance sheet and support expansion and acquisitions.


title: Bitcoin demand falters as 'real' interest rates surge
url: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/bitcoin-demand-falters-as-real-interest-rates-surge
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:52:33Z
guid: e106db72-c7d4-44f9-87ce-1fb768e00c0a
hash: 13e9ac7a831055723d32d2b948a2843cd19fc997e76582e97b747116e724d327
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.661Z
summary:
Rising U.S. real yields, especially on 10-year TIPS, pose a headwind to zero-yielding risk assets like bitcoin.


title: Bitcoin holds $67,500 as Trump signals he may end Iran war with Hormuz still shut
published_at: 2026-03-31T05:48:37Z
guid: 899be76e-5b5a-44a6-9759-e8e2271a3309
hash: ccee92f1578403b42bd9044c44145606f0f13bf663ca7cb9e2be80c2f07c57e3
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.662Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/bitcoin-holds-usd67-500-as-trump-signals-he-may-end-iran-war-with-hormuz-still-shut

summary:
Equity futures rallied and oil erased gains on the report, but the S&P 500 is on its longest losing streak since 2022 and MSCI Asia Pacific is heading for its worst month since 2008.


title: Maryland man charged in $50 million Uranium Finance hack after U.S. seized $31 million in crypto
published_at: 2026-03-31T05:33:03Z
guid: 4aaf3260-f500-4df3-b58e-c7273edf17a2
hash: 46025bd290cdeaebc91323cf6631140f05dc26cb55d3828730c73c8488ad050a
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.663Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/31/maryland-man-charged-in-usd50-million-uranium-finance-hack-after-u-s-seized-usd31-million-in-crypto

summary:
Prosecutors say Jonathan Spalletta exploited smart contract bugs twice in April 2021, laundering funds through Tornado Cash and spending proceeds on rare collectibles.


title: KuCoin operator barred from U.S. after CFTC order, following $297 million DOJ case
published_at: 2026-03-31T05:19:46Z
guid: 4586f8d4-67a8-4d39-8a18-32ed945d8d69
hash: 9b170d91a1e37d041cdd5f5f7d6d4175fb935d9abb49d8df31dd7e970c483024
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.664Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/31/kucoin-permanently-barred-from-u-s-after-cftc-order-following-usd297-million-doj-case

summary:
KuCoin operator Peken Global Limited cannot cater to U.S. users on its platform unless it registers as a foreign board of trade.


title: Breaking Bitcoin with quantum may be easier than thought, with Taproot partly to blame, Google says
published_at: 2026-03-31T04:57:32Z
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url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/31/bitcoin-s-taproot-could-make-quantum-attacks-easier-than-expected-new-google-research-says

summary:
The findings suggest attackers could one day steal bitcoin mid-transaction, challenging assumptions that the threat is decades away.


title: U.S. rule change may open trillions in 401(k) funds to crypto
published_at: 2026-03-30T22:00:08Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.665Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/30/u-s-rule-change-may-open-trillions-in-401-k-funds-to-crypto

summary:
The Labor Department on Monday proposed a rule following an executive order from President Donald Trump that directed regulators to expand access to digital assets in retirement portfolios.


title: Democrats urge warnings to federal officials against insider bets on prediction markets
published_at: 2026-03-30T21:37:35Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.665Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/03/30/democrats-urge-warnings-to-federal-officials-against-insider-bets-on-prediction-markets

summary:
Members of the House and Senate asked the CFTC and federal ethics office to remind government employees it's illegal to make insider derivatives trades.


title: Why Consensus is crypto’s new ground zero
url: https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2026/03/30/why-consensus-is-crypto-s-new-ground-zero
published_at: 2026-03-30T21:02:00Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.666Z
summary:
A decade of building is paying off. Massive Institutional presence, deep focus on agentic commerce make the event in Miami one for the ages.


title: Fed's Powell's comments sooth bond market, but oil continues rise, hitting crypto and stocks
published_at: 2026-03-30T20:28:05Z
summary: WTI crude oil closed above $100 per barrel for the first time since 2002.
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.666Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/30/fed-s-powell-s-comments-sooth-bond-market-but-oil-continues-rise-hitting-crypto-and-stocks


title: Jack Dorsey’s Square auto-enables bitcoin payments for millions of U.S. businesses
published_at: 2026-03-30T18:15:28Z
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hash: e579cbb1286d24b2b1fb12f025948bb012dd0296cff1313b11e73564666d28a4
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.668Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/30/jack-dorsey-s-square-auto-enables-bitcoin-payments-for-millions-of-u-s-businesses

summary:
The new rollout converts BTC to dollars by default for small businesses, aiming to embed bitcoin into everyday commerce without added friction.


title: Trump-backed American Bitcoin hits 7,000 BTC as holdings expand rapidly
published_at: 2026-03-30T17:07:25Z
summary: Satoshis per share climbs past 660, reinforcing rapid treasury expansion since Nasdaq debut.
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.668Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/30/trump-backed-american-bitcoin-hits-7-000-btc-as-holdings-expand-rapidly


title: Bitcoin hashrate posts first-quarter drop for first time in 6 years as miners pivot to AI
published_at: 2026-03-30T15:04:14Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.669Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/03/30/bitcoin-hashrate-posts-first-quarter-drop-for-first-time-in-6-years-as-miners-pivot-to-ai

summary:
The first-quarter decline breaks a long-standing growth trend, but could ultimately support decentralization as public U.S. miners face losing dominance.


title: OpenFX raises $94M to speed up cross-border payments with stablecoins
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:27:10Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/openfx-raises-94m-stablecoin-fx-cross-border-payments
hash: 8f7d85acec6f62730a38f2b0a92d7ad6377762ffa8cd3b8ec237265f7f76ddc2
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.832Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/openfx-raises-94m-stablecoin-fx-cross-border-payments?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
OpenFX raised $94 million in Series A funding to expand its stablecoin-based FX network as demand grows for faster cross-border payments.


title: Ethereum’s EEZ and the attempt to rebuild one Ethereum
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:03:33Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-eez-attempt-rebuild-one-ether
hash: 4ecc34e2c85cc1d42fefb075e8b57bd2a5ddeceda0611849022af6ab37a46d0c
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.833Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-eez-attempt-rebuild-one-ether?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The Ethereum Economic Zone promises to stitch fragmented rollups back into a single system, but a similar model struggled to gain traction on Cosmos.


title: AI agents like OpenClaw could drain crypto wallets via ‘malicious skills’: CertiK
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:00:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-agent-openclaw-security-risk-certik
hash: f6d94799a5330b4a99b6a92616a5c68d7e63ff6ccddee936345fc85e77a0d248
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.834Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-agent-openclaw-security-risk-certik?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
CertiK has advised ordinary users “who are not security professionals, developers, or experienced geeks” against installing and using OpenClaw.


title: Base joins Ethereum, Tron, others in betting big on AI agent future
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:00:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/base-joins-ethereum-tron-others-betting-big-ai-agent-future
hash: 0c6031ac3ecb1e96d6dddb83bf83bb4e2178b52465b78011eaebdf3192986e2a
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.835Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/base-joins-ethereum-tron-others-betting-big-ai-agent-future?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Coinbase's Ethereum layer-2 Base said it will be upgrading its chain to allow AI agents to use it the same way developers or traders would.


title: Crypto dispute over Resupply exploit lands in Singapore harassment court
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:46:02Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/singapore-court-curve-dispute-resupply-exploit
hash: 296f5268fbacc46323d97ee0b7d6a3fe618ffe9b52d4a724c6e6d467382c6e70
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.836Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/singapore-court-curve-dispute-resupply-exploit?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
A Singapore court ordered OneKey founder Wang Lei and an X user to stop threatening or defamatory claims tied to a dispute over the 2025 Resupply exploit.


title: Is $450B in Bitcoin vulnerable to the quantum threat? Analysts weigh in
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:42:46Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/is-450-billion-dollars-bitcoin-vulnerable-to-quantum-threat
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.836Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/is-450-billion-dollars-bitcoin-vulnerable-to-quantum-threat?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
BTC price will find it difficult to establish a new record high if Bitcoin developers don't take the quantum threats seriously, one analyst says.


title: Faster settlement may make for poorer markets
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:30:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/faster-settlement-poorer-markets
hash: ee89a9aeefb7833b43667c7f09b45b0c77e2f2f6111cf0084ecd3db5e4309434
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.838Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/faster-settlement-poorer-markets?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Atomic settlement demands instant capital per trade. T+0 eliminates netting efficiency while empowering liquidity coordinators.


title: Standard Chartered says faster stablecoin turnover could curb demand
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:28:14Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/standard-chartered-rising-stablecoin-velocity-demand
hash: 10d72b268ef669970e6b9be25e2918e095f48399ac135f70683609900cdbdd0d
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.838Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/standard-chartered-rising-stablecoin-velocity-demand?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Stablecoin turnover has doubled in the past two years as AI payments and traditional finance use cases grow, though Standard Chartered still sees the market reaching $2 trillion.


title: Supply chain attack hits Axios npm releases, users urged to rotate keys
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:45:58Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/axios-npm-supply-chain-attack-malicious-dependency
hash: 6001dce1c3d855daddc97c0ee7df2fe22a1182a634e9ab174e3e2a4a017f0395
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.838Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/axios-npm-supply-chain-attack-malicious-dependency?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Security companies flagged axios@1.14.1 and 0.30.4 as compromised, urging credential rotation and rollback of affected packages.


title: CoinDCX plans anti-fraud push after founders cleared in impersonation case
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:30:43Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/coindcx-plans-11-million-fraud-crackdown
hash: 8d1d37bdd94355ee28a660c1b86192e4fe27eea8728d79d8196caad397579a32
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.839Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/coindcx-plans-11-million-fraud-crackdown?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
After an Indian court found no case against CoinDCX’s founders, the Coinbase-backed exchange said it will roll out an anti-fraud network to tackle impersonation and cyber fraud.


title: Bitcoin whale selling cools as $60K becomes the focus for BTC price
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:15:26Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-whale-selling-cools-60k-becomes-focus-for-btc-price
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.839Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-whale-selling-cools-60k-becomes-focus-for-btc-price?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin whale selling eased as BTC exchange inflows dropped sharply, making the trend line near $59,000 the critical support level to watch.


title: Dynamic adds embedded wallet infrastructure to TON for Telegram apps
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:00:00Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.839Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fireblocks-backed-dynamic-adds-embedded-wallet-infrastructure-to-ton-for-telegram-apps-embargo-tues-march-31-7am-et?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The integration lets developers deploy TON wallets automatically inside Telegram Mini Apps, removing the need to build and manage wallet infrastructure.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fireblocks-backed-dynamic-adds-embedded-wallet-infrastructure-to-ton-for-telegram-apps-embargo-tues-march-31-7am-et


title: Russia moves to narrow crypto trading to regulated intermediaries
published_at: 2026-03-31T10:40:50Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/russia-limit-crypto-trade-regulated-intermediaries
hash: 9575323f9dad456b77b128c4181e7c0100761911f31a4f9692a58df48615b057
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.839Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/russia-limit-crypto-trade-regulated-intermediaries?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Russia approved a draft crypto bill package that would push trading through licensed intermediaries and cap retail purchases at $3,700 annually.


title: Bitcoin price dips below $66K ahead of US Defense Department briefing
published_at: 2026-03-31T10:32:31Z
hash: 52f8d1957f0a6212d658c04d2e4a1e17a92b5525ecbbc97a5f9d32b65e8e3db6
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.840Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-dips-below-66k-ahead-us-department-of-war-press-briefing?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin trapped late buyers at $68,000 with oil still above $100 ahead of a news briefing by US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-dips-below-66k-ahead-us-department-of-war-press-briefing


title: Crypto market maker Keyrock reaches $1.1B valuation in SC Ventures-led round
published_at: 2026-03-31T10:17:16Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-market-maker-keyrock-1-1b-valuation-sc-ventures-funding
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.840Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-market-maker-keyrock-1-1b-valuation-sc-ventures-funding?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Standard Chartered’s venture arm led the round as Keyrock looks to expand products, pursue acquisitions and scale its global footprint.


title: F2Pool co-founder says Thailand condo bought for 2,900 Bitcoin sold for 7
published_at: 2026-03-31T09:04:21Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/f2pool-co-founder-sells-home-7-btc
hash: 6d008a3e9f394e9b19278c743ee14bec259e12a1d377c7ea93625503841f8853
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.840Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/f2pool-co-founder-sells-home-7-btc?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
F2Pool co-founder Wang Chun’s decision to sell a Thai condo once bought for 2,900 BTC for just 7 BTC illustrates the opportunity cost of spending Bitcoin early.


title: Nakamoto sells $20 million in Bitcoin and cuts Metaplanet stake
published_at: 2026-03-31T08:36:46Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/nakamoto-sells-20m-bitcoin-metaplanet-loss-q1
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.841Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nakamoto-sells-20m-bitcoin-metaplanet-loss-q1?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
David Bailey's Nakamoto plans to wind down healthcare operations as it shifts focus to integrating BTC Inc and UTXO Management.


title: Democrats press CFTC, ethics watchdog on prediction market insider trading
published_at: 2026-03-31T07:11:55Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-lawmakers-insider-trading-prediction-markets-cftc-stock-act
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.841Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-lawmakers-insider-trading-prediction-markets-cftc-stock-act?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Prediction markets are facing increasing scrutiny over allegations of insider trading, prompting Kalshi and Polymarket to plan guardrails to curb potential incidents.


title: Crypto exchange KuCoin agrees to $500K settlement, ending CFTC case
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:49:14Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/kucoin-fined-500k-as-cftc-cases-ends
hash: 020f23620c23d83cddb637ce02c98c2f08c82b13fc0f3830f5a4b8e133111d2e
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.842Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/kucoin-fined-500k-as-cftc-cases-ends?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
KuCoin’s parent will pay $500,000 to settle CFTC charges following a separate $300 million penalty in a DOJ case over similar conduct.


title: Quantum computers need fewer qubits to crack crypto than thought: Google
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:27:02Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/quantum-computers-need-far-less-power-crack-crypto-says-google
hash: 3e9703bf83662c34c6eeb42b616f862bcb47d4f7530e4d13b72ef74ca49077d5
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.842Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/quantum-computers-need-far-less-power-crack-crypto-says-google?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Google has updated its estimates of the quantum computing resources needed to break elliptic curve cryptography.


title: Dubai sets formal rules for crypto exchange-traded derivatives
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:00:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/dubai-vara-crypto-derivatives-framework-retail-leverage
hash: cd138d955193858f819b613b1a81689cb2d3cf060d4436e9dd3b7c9df5e2d638
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.842Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/dubai-vara-crypto-derivatives-framework-retail-leverage?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Dubai’s VARA has set formal rules for crypto exchange-traded derivatives, allowing retail access under suitability checks, margin controls and leverage limits.


title: Bitmine scoops $147M of ETH in its biggest week of buying this year
published_at: 2026-03-31T05:45:55Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitmine-extends-ether-buying-streak-five-weeks-147-million
hash: 328b92aafe7df91dd2f78040527719b01572561abe8287bed4c019d7b74ad1e9
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.843Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitmine-extends-ether-buying-streak-five-weeks-147-million?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitmine bought over 71,000 Ether over the past week, adding to the 238,244 Ether it acquired over the previous four weeks.


title: US Labor Department takes step toward including crypto in 401(k)s
published_at: 2026-03-31T04:37:32Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/labor-department-proposed-rule-change-crypto-401ks
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.843Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/labor-department-proposed-rule-change-crypto-401ks?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The proposed rule change seeks to enable Americans to invest in products like crypto that better reflect the current investment landscape, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer said.


title: US senators question SEC over enforcement chief exit, Justin Sun case
published_at: 2026-03-31T03:46:55Z
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fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.843Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-senators-seek-probe-sec-enforcement-chief-s-exit-amid-trump-linked-crypto-ties?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
A report from Reuters earlier this month claimed that the SEC's former chief of enforcement clashed with agency leadership over cases involving those in Trump's orbit before resigning.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-senators-seek-probe-sec-enforcement-chief-s-exit-amid-trump-linked-crypto-ties


title: Alleged $54M Uranium Finance hacker faces 30 years in prison
published_at: 2026-03-31T02:06:15Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/alleged-uranium-finance-hacker-54m-defi-exploit-indictment
hash: 4164ad38a17f8377b1f18b604a3142550a22bc70bfa4e552eae35ae58a822be4
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.844Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/alleged-uranium-finance-hacker-54m-defi-exploit-indictment?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Prosecutors allege the stolen funds were used to purchase collectibles, including Pokémon cards, antique Roman coins and a piece of fabric from the Wright brothers' plane.


title: Oil hits three-year high above $105: Will Bitcoin crash again?
published_at: 2026-03-31T01:27:21Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/oil-prices-hit-3-year-high-above-dollar105-will-bitcoin-crash-again
hash: 3996286c1a1e65262f93a25f01340d61546a4cee31332ac3a5e9bb93271c588c
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.844Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/oil-prices-hit-3-year-high-above-dollar105-will-bitcoin-crash-again?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Historical data shows Bitcoin bear markets deepening when oil prices rally to record highs. Will Monday’s $105 WTI price lead to a BTC crash?


title: US senators float ‘Mined in America Act’ to boost BTC mining manufacturing
published_at: 2026-03-31T00:35:01Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/senators-bill-bitcoin-mining-manufacturing-usa
hash: 3aba9a9f4dfacbf0281d1cffe5038b942b036ec93ebd85fee3597a226a2cf59b
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.845Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/senators-bill-bitcoin-mining-manufacturing-usa?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
While the US hosts 38% of Bitcoin’s hashrate, 97% of mining machines are made by two Chinese companies, according to a Bitcoin policy advocate.


title: Bitcoin data points to rare trading setup for relief rally to $71K
published_at: 2026-03-30T23:48:42Z
hash: 050c969232ef58f9cd8ef6570a2cc04722d24c6dbdeb84d2c9d8102ac9e72e38
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.845Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-data-points-to-rare-trading-setup-for-relief-rally-to-dollar71k?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
A notable bid-ask imbalance for Bitcoin exists near $66,000, possibly raising the chance for a relief rally to $71,000.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-data-points-to-rare-trading-setup-for-relief-rally-to-dollar71k


title: Peter Brandt, Polymarket traders don’t see new Bitcoin highs this year
published_at: 2026-03-30T23:38:14Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/peter-brandt-polymarket-traders-new-bitcoin-highs-unlikely-2026
hash: 09f8a4d0e53e96e6d30af2d1540aeb4bd5ad5cd23b537306574e7e6dc0936967
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.845Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/peter-brandt-polymarket-traders-new-bitcoin-highs-unlikely-2026?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Polymarket pundits are giving just a 15% chance that Bitcoin will reclaim $120,000 in 2026, while veteran trader Peter Brandt said he doesn't expect a new high until Q2 2027.


title: Price predictions 3/30: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE
published_at: 2026-03-30T22:00:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/price-predictions-3-30-spx-dxy-btc-eth-bnb-xrp-sol-doge-ada-hype
hash: 7b30241181e5f01deba9b43d1af4c567c630867f6a83b33afdf1721716ccff44
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:08.845Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/price-predictions-3-30-spx-dxy-btc-eth-bnb-xrp-sol-doge-ada-hype?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin and altcoins sold off as the Monday US market open reflected traders’ fear over oil prices, US employment data and the future of the ​​US and Israel-Iran war.


title: US appeals court upholds decision to dismiss Boeing criminal case
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:06:53Z
author: Reuters
hash: 08791baacc10e141d0667db34f6e7411906349ca37b90a0969d9a47332b0813e
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.193Z
ai_impact_level: Low
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/us-appeals-court-upholds-decision-to-dismiss-boeing-criminal-case-4590781

ai_summary:
A US appeals court upheld a decision to dismiss a criminal case against Boeing, likely due to lack of evidence or procedural issues. This reduces pressure on the company's stock price and has limited implications for global economic markets.

ai_effect:
- Boeing's stock price is likely to stabilize or rise
- The decision reduces pressure on regulators and investors
- Global economic markets are not directly impacted

ai_usd_effect:
The USD is unlikely to be significantly affected by this news as it is not directly related to monetary policy.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may experience a slight increase due to reduced investor risk appetite following the Boeing case dismissal.


title: National Bank of Canada Most Exposed to Trading Revenue Volatility, Raymond James Says
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:03:40Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 6c9d4cfb184401529d939b6ac02748c4480b04e15b7fc70fd82703da338b3b0f
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.199Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/national-bank-of-canada-most-exposed-to-trading-revenue-volatility-raymond-james-says-93CH-4590798

ai_summary:
The National Bank of Canada is highly vulnerable to fluctuations in trading revenue due to its significant exposure to the market, according to Raymond James.

ai_effect:
- Key point 1: National Bank's exposure to trading revenue volatility is a concern
- Key point 2: Fluctuations in trading revenue can impact the bank's overall financial performance
- Key point 3: Investors should monitor the bank's earnings reports closely for any signs of weakness

ai_usd_effect:
A decline in trading revenue could lead to a decrease in USD interest rates and a strengthening of the US dollar against other currencies.

ai_gold_effect:
Lower trading revenues may also result in reduced gold prices due to decreased investor demand for safe-haven assets.


title: Carlyle to buy majority stake in MAI Capital at over $2.8 billion valuation
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:00:30Z
author: Reuters
hash: 6da9d3a87a97db5862feb708e2ddd63ac3430ca93c2f2a58c0c697d87bf0e3bb
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.200Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/carlyle-to-buy-majority-stake-in-mai-capital-at-over-28-billion-valuation-4590117

ai_summary:
Private equity firm Carlyle Group is acquiring a majority stake in MAI Capital for $2.8 billion, marking a significant investment in the company's growth and expansion plans.

ai_effect:
- Increased competition in private equity market
- Potential impact on financial sector M&A activity
- Opportunity for Carlyle Group to expand its global presence

ai_usd_effect:
The news may lead to increased USD demand as investors seek safe-haven assets during times of economic uncertainty.

ai_gold_effect:
The deal could potentially reduce gold prices due to reduced investor appetite for the precious metal.


title: Manufactured housing REITs poised to outperform, Mizuho says
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:58:54Z
author: Investing.com
hash: dc74965298ba33b7b910d517eb7451b6ad689a273188e5200695ad684130d8ee
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.212Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/manufactured-housing-reits-poised-to-outperform-mizuho-says-4590784

ai_summary:
Mizuho predicts that manufactured housing REITs will outperform the market due to increasing demand for affordable housing, leading to higher stock prices. This could also lead to increased investor interest in alternative assets.

ai_effect:
- Increasing demand for affordable housing
- Higher stock prices expected
- Increased investor interest in alternative assets

ai_usd_effect:
A stronger dollar could negatively impact manufactured housing REITs as investors seek safer investments with lower risk.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may decrease if the US economy continues to grow, potentially reducing demand for safe-haven assets like gold.


title: These US stocks climbed as high as 61%+ after our AI picked them
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:54:34Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 713858475dc57857c638d57c890156c73874e81b5a7732c171886bd284106357
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.213Z
ai_impact_level: Low
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/these-us-stocks-climbed-as-high-as-61-after-our-ai-picked-them-4590560

ai_summary:
A financial news outlet reported that an AI picked certain US stocks to climb as high as 61% and attributed this to its analysis. The article's accuracy has not been verified.

ai_effect:
No specific stocks were mentioned
The article's methodology was not explained
No concrete evidence supports the AI's predictions

ai_usd_effect:
The news is unlikely to have a significant impact on the USD, as it is based on unverified claims about specific stock performance.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices are also unlikely to be affected by this news, as its price movements are driven by broader market and economic factors.


title: Unusual Machines stock gains on positive analyst coverage
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:52:13Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 0c618194e3d11908e905be1740e0084e3f9346e2150de3cd450cf6347ecf1a34
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.227Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/unusual-machines-stock-gains-on-positive-analyst-coverage-93CH-4590775


title: BofA sees slowing momentum and rising external risks in Thailand
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:49:46Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 4a9f1e94c8823856a1ffaf51e575981290e5415a9504510b4f94e11228c494df
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.234Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/bofa-sees-slowing-momentum-and-rising-external-risks-in-thailand-93CH-4590769


title: Meta to limit PG-13 rating use for teen accounts in Motion Picture Association deal
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:48:35Z
author: Reuters
hash: 4b44c4e38fb41d9ced5cacf0e8f5e98333544bacf057d8cc3f348e54d93f9bf8
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.235Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/meta-to-limit-pg13-rating-use-for-teen-accounts-in-motion-picture-association-deal-4590767


title: How food shaped Unilever for nearly a century
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:42:33Z
author: Reuters
hash: a933b895265669c40fd64864721efcafdeb0f8f53d31be434bfc39c3a72f5256
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.237Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/how-food-shaped-unilever-for-nearly-a-century-4590513


title: Novo Nordisk to launch discounted Wegovy subscriptions for self-pay patients in US
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:37:48Z
author: Reuters
hash: 2af9a3fdf724a3dd76f08bb53216eaf2c6e90217124a95d2f1c80011ba6275a4
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.237Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/novo-nordisk-to-launch-discounted-wegovy-subscriptions-for-selfpay-patients-in-us-4590039


title: Bitcoin flat at $67k, set for muted March performance as Iran war weighs
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:58:08Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 8c46030e47803ddaf92cf6b9cb77461863ca0a2beefbb88b52ab8fac4eb0672a
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.303Z
ai_effect: - Global economic growth concerns - Iran war tensions - Muted market performance
ai_impact_level: Medium
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-steadies-at-67k-set-for-muted-march-as-iran-war-weighs-4589347

ai_summary:
Bitcoin's price remained stable at $67k due to the ongoing tensions in Iran and concerns about global economic growth, which may limit March's market performance. The news has a muted impact on investors' sentiment.

ai_usd_effect:
The dollar is likely to remain strong against other currencies as investors seek safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices are expected to rise due to the increased demand for safe-haven assets and the weakening US dollar.


title: BYDFi Marks 6th Anniversary with Month-Long Celebration, Built for Reliability
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:00:33Z
author: Chainwire
hash: dce0965793684cc7eee6646cf72b11e6748491e56a7f80cedf6c39aa8ca9d6df
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.303Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bydfi-marks-6th-anniversary-with-monthlong-celebration-built-for-reliability-4589887


title: Pendle joins Vietnam IFC delegation alongside BlackRock, Morgan Stanley, and Deutsche Bank
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:00:33Z
author: Chainwire
hash: aa04c1e930104a495786570e63c0a7cec9bb7b1d822b79d6dbaed9ac035ce827
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.307Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/pendle-joins-vietnam-ifc-delegation-alongside-blackrock-morgan-stanley-and-deutsche-bank-4589148


title: Bitcoin edges up to above $66.5k even as Iran war continues to escalate
published_at: 2026-03-30T22:17:06Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 6aedc5e1c67039a4fcfdb9bd4fca90097dfb58b7d65821bfef0c91bb9bf138e1
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.308Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-edges-up-to-67k-with-iran-war-escalation-in-focus-4586827


title: The Perp Dex That Processed $360 Billion Just Went Live on Crypto’s Most Experimental Blockchain
published_at: 2026-03-30T18:30:35Z
author: Chainwire
hash: 62f31732b88d0b997f63a99444045969ed0bc99c5604573e53cf4f474597a7a2
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.308Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/the-perp-dex-that-processed-360-billion-just-went-live-on-cryptos-most-experimental-blockchain-4588559


title: Strategy did not sell any shares and did not purchase any bitcoin last week
published_at: 2026-03-30T12:07:08Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 3d4b39e7afec89adb73d7357083c426720823d6d255048d1a433874fc87444ee
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.308Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/strategy-did-not-sell-any-shares-and-did-not-purchase-any-bitcoin-last-week-432SI-4587673


title: Bitcoin set for weekly loss as Iran war, $14 bln options expiry roils sentiment
published_at: 2026-03-28T09:14:37Z
author: Investing.com
hash: fccc36868dfe2947f13c643354595edf2adb6635ba022118a0d6d9b3de2cbc40
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.308Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-falls-to-68k-as-iran-uncertainty-persists-ahead-of-14-bln-options-expiry-4584128


title: Bitcoin set to end the week lower amid risk aversion as the Iran war rages on
published_at: 2026-03-27T23:03:01Z
author: Investing.com
hash: cc7849ec753969d899bdff1f262216e3d0397fceec84328ce4b1d815a16a76d1
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.309Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-set-to-end-the-week-lower-amid-risk-aversion-as-the-iran-war-rages-on-4586235


title: USDT0 Integrates With Tempo to Bring Omnichain USDT Liquidity to Payments-First Layer 1
published_at: 2026-03-27T13:30:34Z
author: Chainwire
hash: d5c130ddfbe9e0e155869921751d457cbf8c2dc61b7bbad57545a3b5a13c21ea
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.309Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/usdt0-integrates-with-tempo-to-bring-omnichain-usdt-liquidity-to-paymentsfirst-layer-1-4585162


title: Bitcoin recovery depends on liquidity; US-Iran tensions weigh
published_at: 2026-03-27T12:57:56Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 693fe3d72c22dc26ff56942df189382e02eb8ccaa40069488878325463ba9d18
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:09.309Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-recovery-depends-on-liquidity-usiran-tensions-weigh-4585043


title: JOLTs Job openings for February 6.882 million versus 6.918 million estimate
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:00:14Z
hash: 272e597dcba26d1dd07bc0bfb1ead7c0765ea5d535bb0fda59203ae2d6fe6e4b
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.051Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/jolts-job-openings-for-february-million-6882-versus-6918-million-estimate-20260331/

summary:
Prior month 6.946 million revised up to 7.240 millionJOLTs job openings for February 6.882M vs 6.918M estimateHires 4.849M vs 5.347M last monthSeparations 4.971M versus 5.144M last month Quits 2.974M vs 3.137M last monthLayoffs and discharges 1.721M vs 1.660M last month.The quits rate can serve as a measure of workers willingness to or ability to leave jobs. A number of quits fell indicative of less confidence in getting another job.Layoffs and discharges are involuntary separations initiated by the employerWhat is the JOLT Job Openings Report?For background, the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, published monthly by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, provides comprehensive data on labor market dynamics by tracking job openings, hires, and separations across approximately 16,400 nonfarm establishments nationwide. Released typically on the first Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. ET, the report measures unmet labor demand and became a closely watched indicator after former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen highlighted its importance in 2014. A job opening is defined as a position that is vacant on the last business day of the month, has work available, could start within 30 days, and involves active external recruiting. The survey also breaks down separations into quits, layoffs and discharges, and other separations, offering insights into worker confidence and employer demand. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/news/jolts-job-openings-for-february-million-6882-versus-6918-million-estimate-20260331/

ai_summary:
JOLTs job openings for February fell to 6.882 million, down from the estimated 6.918 million, indicating a decrease in job market activity.

ai_effect:
- Decrease in job openings indicates less confidence in getting another job
- Weaker labor market could lead to lower inflation expectations
- Reduced demand for labor may support gold prices

ai_usd_effect:
A weaker labor market could lead to lower inflation expectations and potentially put downward pressure on the USD.

ai_gold_effect:
Lower job openings may suggest reduced demand for labor, which could support gold prices as a safe-haven asset.


title: US March consumer confidence 91.8 vs 88.0 expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/us-march-consumer-confidence-918-vs-880-expected-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:00:05Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/us-march-consumer-confidence-918-vs-880-expected-20260331/
hash: 2ac34a1f9f633a0781518fde434608bf048536787cac973cf66d24690b5a43ee
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.063Z
ai_impact_level: High
summary:
Prior was 91.2 prior (revised to 91.0)Details:Present situation 123.3 vs 120.0Expectations 70.9 vs 72.0Jobs plentiful Jobs hard to get US consumer confidence opened 2026 on shaky ground. The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index plunged 9.7 points in January to 84.5, its lowest reading since May 2014 and well below the 91.1 level economists had forecast. The decline reflected growing anxiety over geopolitical tensions, persistent affordability pressures, and ongoing trade policy uncertainty. All five components of the index deteriorated, with the Present Situation Index dropping to 113.7 and the Expectations Index falling to 65.1 — well below the 80 threshold that has historically signaled recession risk.February brought a modest rebound, with the headline index rising 2.2 points to 91.2. The improvement was driven primarily by the Expectations Index, which climbed 4.8 points to 72.0, while the Present Situation Index slipped further to 120.0. Despite the uptick, the Expectations Index remained below 80 for the thirteenth consecutive month — the longest sustained stretch below that level since the 2008 financial crisis.The University of Michigan's Consumer Sentiment Index told a similar story. Michigan's gauge came in at 56.6 in February, barely changed from January's 56.4, with households across income groups, age brackets, and political affiliations reporting weaker expectations for personal finances. Year-ahead inflation expectations held steady at 3.4%, halting six months of declines, while longer-term expectations edged down slightly to 3.2%.Spending intentions in early 2026 have gravitated toward affordable necessities and lower-cost services, with restaurants, streaming, and personal care topping the list of planned outlays. Vacation plans softened in February, and while big-ticket purchase intentions improved slightly, consumers remained cautious about expensive discretionary spending.Taken together, the early-2026 data paint a picture of a consumer base that views current conditions as tolerable but is increasingly wary about what lies ahead — a dynamic with significant implications for the roughly two-thirds of US GDP driven by household spending. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.

ai_summary:
US consumer confidence fell to a 9.7-point drop in January, its lowest reading since May 2014, due to growing anxiety over geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty.

ai_effect:
- The decline reflects persistent affordability pressures
- All five components of the index deteriorated
- The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index has been declining since January 2022

ai_usd_effect:
A weaker dollar could be expected as investors seek safe-haven assets amidst global economic uncertainty.

ai_gold_effect:
Gold prices may rise as a safe-haven asset in response to the decline in consumer confidence and growing geopolitical tensions.


title: The USDCHF is waffling between close support and a short term ceiling developed this week
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:53:30Z
hash: 8052dd20a92bd1df799356bef7e6f41ebc3b705bacf62e29ddaaa203cf306b85
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.076Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/the-usdchf-is-waffling-between-close-support-and-a-short-term-ceiling-developed-this-week-20260331/

summary:
The USDCHF has been riding the broader trend of dollar buying, with the technicals lining up firmly in favor of the buyers.Last week, the pair broke above both the 100-day MA (0.7889) and the 200-day MA (0.7945), and also pushed through a downward-sloping trendline going back to November 2025. That combination helped shift the longer-term bias more decisively to the upside.This week, the price extended above a key swing area between 0.7978 and 0.7989, and has been able to hold above that zone—give or take a pip or two. That area is now a critical risk-defining level:Stay above = buyers remain firmly in controlMove below = momentum starts to fadeThat said, there is some hesitation near the 0.8000 natural resistance level. The price has stalled twice—on Monday and again today—near 0.8012, establishing a short-term ceiling.For the bullish case to gain traction:A break above 0.8012 would open the door toward the next target near 0.8041, which includes the January 15 high and a topside channel trendlineOn the downside:A move back below 0.7978 would shift focus toward 0.7957, followed by the 200-day MA at 0.7945 A break below that cluster would give sellers more confidence and force buyers to reassess Bottom line: The bias remains bullish while above 0.7978, but buyers need to get through 0.8012 to extend the trend. Failure to do so risks a corrective pullback. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/the-usdchf-is-waffling-between-close-support-and-a-short-term-ceiling-developed-this-week-20260331/


title: USDCAD moved above a swing area and increases the bullish bias.
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:08:12Z
hash: 703a8e863cb9f8e0282d0b85a5b96df29079f5f70de1f0656f02358459562289
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.086Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/usdcad-moved-above-a-swing-area-and-increases-the-bullish-bias-20260331/

summary:
The USDCAD is stretching higher, and in the process has moved back above a key swing area between 1.3924 and 1.3937. That break tilts the bias more to the upside, with both price action and technicals aligned in favor of the buyers.Fundamentally, Canadian GDP came in slightly stronger than expected, which may be offering some support, but this move is being driven more by the trend and technical momentum.Since bottoming near 1.3670 last Monday, the pair has been in a steady grind higher, characterized by modest, shallow corrections—a sign of a market that remains comfortably bid. Importantly, both Friday and Monday saw buyers lean against the 61.8% retracement at 1.3888, reinforcing that level as a solid risk-defining floor.Now that the price is back above the 1.3924–1.3937 swing area, that zone becomes the new barometer for buyers vs. sellers:Stay above = buyers remain in control, with upside targets at 1.3971 and 1.3984Move back below = momentum starts to fade, and the bias shifts more neutral to bearish For shorter-term clues, watch the 100- and 200-bar moving averages on the 5-minute chart (see blue and green lines on the chart below). Since last Tuesday, the price has traded mostly above the 200-bar MA, with only brief dips below. Those dips have lacked follow-through, and buyers have consistently stepped back in.If that changes— and the price breaks below the 200-bar MA with momentum—it would signal that a deeper corrective phase may be underway.Bottom line: The trend is higher, and buyers remain in control—but they need to hold above 1.3924 to keep the momentum intact. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/usdcad-moved-above-a-swing-area-and-increases-the-bullish-bias-20260331/


title: US January CaseShiller 20-city house price index +1.2% vs +1.3% y/y expected
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:00:04Z
hash: f972220c9dfd264e4f25fb4f9f9aef8194a282c296f65cec8279264d7864165a
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.121Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/us-january-caseshiller-20-city-house-price-index-12-vs-13-yy-expected-20260331/

summary:
Prior 1.4%House price M/M +0.2% vs +0.3% expectedPrior +0.5%House price data from the FHFA:Prices +1.6% y/y vs +1.8% prior (revised to +1.9%)Prices +0.1% m/m vs +0.1% priorThe US housing market remains weak and on continuing deceleration. This is January data, so things might have deteriorated much further after the US-Iran war broke out. Mortgage rates have risen substantially due to inflation fears and a much less dovish Fed.What is the Case-Shiller Index:The Case-Shiller Home Price Index is the leading measure of U.S. residential real estate prices. It tracks the changes in the value of residential real estate by monitoring the purchase price of the same single-family homes over time.Developed in the 1980s by economists Karl Case and Robert Shiller, it is widely considered the "gold standard" for understanding housing market trends because it avoids the distortions found in "average" or "median" price reports. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: Canada January GDP +0.1% vs 0.0% expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/canada-january-gdp-01-vs-00-expected-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:30:04Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/canada-january-gdp-01-vs-00-expected-20260331/
hash: d2b9eca7d63b224e8c0afa1b8e12c7f2cadf2112d8a14f8062773196d507308e
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.142Z
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Prior was +0.2%Q4 GDP was -0.6%Goods-producing industries expanded by 0.2% for the second month in a rowServices-producing industries were essentially unchanged in January 9 of the 20 industrial sectors recorded growth in January.Canada's economy closed out 2025 on shaky ground, and today's January monthly GDP release arrives at a moment of heightened uncertainty. Real GDP grew just 1.7% for the full year of 2025, the slowest annual pace since the pandemic-driven contraction of 2020, with lower exports to the United States acting as the primary drag. The fourth quarter proved particularly disappointing: output contracted 0.6% on an annualized basis, missing both the Bank of Canada's projection for a flat reading and the consensus call for a modest 0.2% decline. A massive inventory drawdown by manufacturers drove the headline miss, though underlying domestic demand held up better, expanding at a 2.4% quarterly pace.The monthly data offered a slightly more encouraging signal heading into year-end. GDP by industry rose 0.2% in December, edging past expectations, but an advance estimate pointed to flat growth in January — suggesting the economy entered 2026 with limited momentum. Early readings indicated that a brief pickup in manufacturing activity proved short-lived, with the sector contracting again to start the year.The broader backdrop remains complicated. Trade-related uncertainty weighed heavily on business investment throughout 2025, extending a decade of underinvestment that has contributed to Canada's lagging productivity growth. The Bank of Canada, having cut rates by a full percentage point through 2025, held its policy rate at 2.25% in January 2026 and appears firmly set at neutral, leaving limited room for stimulus absent a clear deterioration. Consumer spending has been a relative bright spot, supported by real wage gains and earlier rate relief, but slowing population growth and a softening housing market pose headwinds. Today's print will be closely watched for confirmation that the economy has stabilized — or for signs that the sluggish momentum carried into the new year is deepening. This article was written by Adam Button at investinglive.com.


title: The USD is moving lower as the market follow the war on/war off script
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:15:20Z
hash: 61167d4fb543dc301f288fb89bdde22a8ddf00d704b1b5a31c98e6e495a75e40
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.146Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/technical-analysis/the-usd-is-moving-lower-as-the-market-follow-the-war-onwar-off-script-20260331/

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Trump is posting about ending the war and leaving the Strait of Hormuz for those impacted by the the closure to figure it out. Trying to solve problems, by creating problems is a theme lately, but we may be entering the blame game phase now.Markets are leaning into the optimism—for now.U.S. equities are higher:S&P +74 pointsDow +530 pointsNasdaq +259 pointsAt the same time, yields are moving lower, with the 10-year down -3.5 bps to 4.306%, after stretching as high as 4.48% on Friday. That pullback in yields is helping support the risk-on tone.Crude oil remains elevated, holding just above $103 after peaking at $106.86 earlier today. Importantly, prices are back above $100, a level not sustained since 2022, keeping geopolitical risk firmly priced in.In FX, the USD is moving lower, with key technical levels now in play:EURUSD: Testing a swing area between 1.1484 and 1.1491. Above = more bullish momentum, targeting the falling 100-hour MA near 1.1519Below = sellers stay in controlGBPUSD: Pressing against resistance between 1.3217 and 1.3229 Break above opens the door to 1.3272–1.3282, then the 100-hour MA at 1.3290USDJPY: Sellers gaining traction after failing near 160.00 Broke below an upward sloping trendline and now back under the 100-hour MA at 159.63 Staying below targets the 200-hour MA at 159.19, with further downside toward 158.89 and 158.55Bottom line: Risk-on sentiment is being driven by headlines, but the technicals are now at key inflection points. The next move will depend on whether these levels hold—or break—with conviction. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at investinglive.com.

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title: investingLive European FX news wrap: Eurozone inflation picks up; renewed deal optimism
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:37:46Z
hash: 20855b8af170564a111271089c5fe1bbf58e312876a22273907212f6ee3a1b09
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.219Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/investinglive-european-fx-news-wrap-eurozone-inflation-picks-up-renewed-deal-optimism-20260331/

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FX market still has not grasped full impact of energy shock - Goldman SachsEURUSD keeps the bearish bias intact amid the US-Iran war; Focus stays on negotiationsEuropean stocks keep the calm today but set to cap one of the worst months in recent yearsEurozone headline inflation picks up in March as energy prices surge on Middle East warECB's Muller: Current baseline projection could be already too optimisticThe Nasdaq bounces as Trump is reportedly open to end the war without Hormuz conditionGermany March unemployment change 0k vs 2k expectedThree Chinese ships confirmed to have passed through Strait of HormuzGold consolidates awaiting potential US-Iran deal; Trump's next move crucialFrance March preliminary CPI +1.7% vs +1.6% y/y expectedWhat are the main events for today?German import prices move up slightly in February, just before the US-Iran war impactUK March Nationwide house prices +0.9% vs -0.1% m/m expectedGermany February retail sales -0.6% vs +0.2% m/m expectedUK Q4 final GDP +0.1% vs +0.1% q/q prelimFX option expiries for 31 March 10am New York cutRisk sentiment on the up but is it another false dawn?The highlight of the session was the Eurozone inflation data for March. The data missed estimates but still showed an annual increase to 2.5% vs 1.9% prior due to elevated energy prices. Core inflation hasn't been impacted yet as the annual rate fell to 2.3% vs 2.4% prior. This clearly shows that inflation conditions were pretty much perfect before the war started.The main story today though has been the WSJ report released in the APAC session saying that Trump would be open to end the war with Iran without the Strait of Hormuz opening condition. This has led to some cautious optimism in the markets as stocks rebounded, oil prices eased and the US dollar pulled back. Trump basically confirmed the report just a few moments ago as he said in a Truth Social post that countries affected by the Strait of Hormuz closure should get the oil themselves as the US won't be there to help anymore.It feels like a deal is really coming at this point and we could see the war ending before the April 6 deadline, so keep a close eye on the headlines and especially on Trump's Truth Social account. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: Trump invites countries to get the Hormuz oil themselves; he won't help anymore
published_at: 2026-03-31T11:17:45Z
hash: bd0ebc955fe7567752e36a08feb5b6a1c5c83d4818f8f9e50aa0b27e405ca898
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.230Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/trump-invites-countries-affected-by-hormuz-closure-to-get-it-themselves-he-wont-be-there-20260331/

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Trump on Truth Social:All of those countries that can’t get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused to get involved in the decapitation of Iran, I have a suggestion for you: Number 1, buy from the U.S., we have plenty, and Number 2, build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT. You’ll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won’t be there to help you anymore, just like you weren’t there for us. Iran has been, essentially, decimated. The hard part is done. Go get your own oil! President DJTTrump is basically confirming the WSJ report released in the APAC session saying that he would be open to end the war with Iran without the Strait of Hormuz opening condition.He's clearly upset as Iran's resistance turned out to be stronger than expected and the damage being done to the US economy continues to increase. It looks like he really wants to move forward but Iran is dictating conditions now. He will have to swallow his pride this time around as the longer this war drags on, the worse the impact on the economy and markets will be.I feel like we are getting close to a deal... This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: FX market still has not grasped full impact of energy shock - Goldman Sachs
published_at: 2026-03-31T10:31:13Z
hash: 9f79be21ba876497614469b2ef200ba042d63fafc8be330e8e6011fe608018e1
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.231Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/forex/fx-market-still-has-not-grasped-full-impact-of-energy-shock-goldman-sachs-20260331/

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Goldman Sachs is noting that even if the US-Iran conflict were to end soon, there will be lasting impact from the surge in energy prices on markets. And that is something that perhaps currency traders have not quite fully grasped just yet.For some context, the firm is arguing that the latest jump in energy prices will not be a temporary "blip". Instead, it is looking more and more akin to a "genuine physical disruption". And the risk of that becoming more embedded in markets will grow as the conflict drags on for longer.The firm has already raised its TTF gas price forecast for April to €55 per MWh, as Qatar's LNG production remains threatened. That is up from their previous forecast of €36 per MWh. And if the Strait of Hormuz disruption persists, they foresee Brent crude oil keeping at the $100 to $110 range before stabilising.Taking all that into consideration, Goldman Sachs warns that the FX market may be a tad complacent - especially risk trades."The dollar marked a fresh 2026 high last week as investors took stock of the burgeoning energy shock. While markets remain highly responsive to headlines, we are increasingly cognizant that the impact of higher energy prices over the last month (and for some time to come) will leave a more lasting imprint on FX markets even if the conflict comes to an end relatively soon.In short, the playbook for risk-on trades has shifted over the last month, which we do not think is fully reflected in market pricing or investor sentiment."That is a fairly big warning, especially if any end to the US-Iran conflict still does not result in passage through the Strait of Hormuz returning to normal. And at this point, it is hard to imagine Iran wanting to give up such control and leverage. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: EURUSD keeps the bearish bias intact amid the US-Iran war; Focus stays on negotiations
published_at: 2026-03-31T10:20:39Z
hash: 2cfd310713c5ece7c9fc522adfb122e7daf8606b20bdf5a7dc189729e17b3aa1
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.232Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/forex/eurusd-keeps-the-bearish-bias-intact-amid-the-us-iran-war-focus-stays-on-negotiations-20260331/

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FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWUSD:The US dollar remains supported across the board amid the US-Iran war and triple digit oil prices. We are having a pullback today after WSJ reported that Trump would be open to end the war without pushing for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. That would be great news for the markets as the Iranians will likely reopen the Strait as soon as the US forces withdraw.We will need Trump to announce that though as the only thing we got till now were speculations and empty words aimed at jawboning the markets. Trump is certainly very uneasy right now with the stock market making new lows, much higher Treasury yields, triple digit oil prices and the Fed in a "wait and see" mode.The path of least resistance for the dollar remains to the upside but traders will keep a watchful eye on the headlines and especially on Trump’s Truth Social account, as we are always one post away from huge market moves. Traders are not pricing in any change to interest rates this year as we have just 3 bps of easing expected by year-end.EUR:On the EUR side, the recent data showed what everyone expected to happen to the economy, that is higher headline inflation and weaker economic activity. The ECB continues to stress vigilance and maintain a data-dependent and meeting-by-meeting approach. ECB policymakers are keeping a tightening bias conditional to the length of the conflict. The market is pricing in a 58% chance of a rate hike at the upcoming meeting with an 87% probability of a move in June. The total tightening expected by year-end is currently seeing roughly three rate hikes. The ECB will likely look through the inflation spike at the April meeting but lay the groundwork for a rate hike in June if the US-Iran conflict were to persist. These expectations will get repriced quickly though if the war were to end in the next couple of weeks. EURUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that EURUSD eventually rejected the trendline and fell below the 1.15 handle again. The natural target is the 1.1392 level where we can expect the buyers to step in with a defined risk below the level to position for a rally back into the 1.16 handle. The sellers, on the other hand, will look for a break lower to increase the bearish bets into new lows. EURUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we have a downward trendline defining the bearish momentum. The sellers will likely continue to lean on the trendline with a defined risk above it to keep pushing into new lows, while the buyers will look for a break to pile in for a pullback into the major trendline around the 1.1550 level.EURUSD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, there’s not much we can add here as the sellers will look for a rejection around the trendline, while the buyers will look for a break. The red lines define the average daily range for today. UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we get the US Consumer Confidence and US Job Openings data. Tomorrow, we have the US ADP, the US Retail Sales and the US ISM Manufacturing PMI. On Thursday, we get the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US NFP report. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: European stocks keep the calm today but set to cap one of the worst months in recent years
published_at: 2026-03-31T09:47:17Z
hash: 3852720fe51df0e647ca8330bc8e6262a3f52705561d0184fbd78f358031749c
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.235Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/stocks/european-stocks-keep-the-calm-today-but-set-to-cap-one-of-the-worst-months-in-recent-years-20260331/

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What a difference a month makes. European equities were looking poised to keep up the good momentum since the summer last year but that trajectory has completely changed now amid the US-Iran war. The developments in the Middle East has flipped the script in Europe, with surging energy prices being the main issue.European gas futures surged by over 115% at the highs but look to settle closer to being up 70% on the month now. Dutch TTF gas futures are hovering closer to €54 and that is keeping broader market sentiment in the region on edge still.The surge higher isn't as dramatic as what we saw with the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2021-22 at least. But if the Middle East conflict drags on for much longer, the risk will continue to rise day by day. That especially if Iran continues to go unchecked in disrupting key energy facilities in the Gulf region.So far today, stocks in general are seeing a calmer mood in looking to round off March trading. However, that belies what has been a terrible month for European indices. And if not for a bit part recovery in the past week, it definitely would be the worst month for regional stocks since the Covid pandemic.In fact, it still is for some. Here's a snapshot of the overall picture this month as we count down to the end of March trading:Stoxx 50 -9.2% (worst month since March 2020)Stoxx 600 -7.7% (worst month since June 2022)Germany DAX -10.1% (worst month since June 2022)France CAC 40 -8.9% (worst month since March 2020)Spain IBEX -6.8% (worst month since June 2022)Italy FTSE MIB -6.6% (worst month since June 2022)If not for being the worst month since the Covid pandemic, the rout in March this year is comparable to the energy crisis in 2022 which peaked in June as euro area bond spreads widened drastically amid recession and inflation fears.And with the war still raging on, the outlook remains very cloudy and uncertain still. That as market expectations for the ECB has also flipped to needing to price in interest rate hikes. There's a heated debate of that coming in April, and there are also mounting concerns about the ECB raising interest rates into declining economic conditions and rising credit risks.That is not the kind of backdrop you'd wish to see if you're an investor. So, therein lies the risks especially if the Middle East conflict drags on for longer with the current setting and status quo being extended. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: Eurozone headline inflation picks up in March as energy prices surge on Middle East war
published_at: 2026-03-31T09:13:17Z
hash: 6e26aaae24acabf455153ec6a1750e1fa985794c9a7587ad890d0bf8bc585929
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.236Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/eurozone-headline-inflation-picks-up-in-march-as-energy-prices-surge-on-middle-east-war-20260331/

summary:
The preliminary CPI report for March sees headline annual inflation come in at 2.5%, just a touch softer than the 2.6% estimate. Still, it represents a notable bump to the 1.9% reading in February last month. The main cause for the jump is higher energy prices, as a result of the US-Iran conflict. Of note, energy prices were seen 4.9% higher than it was a year ago.Other than that, food prices were seen up 2.4% compared to the same month one year ago. Meanwhile, services inflation was seen at 3.2% so that continues to remain a key sticking point for the ECB.When looking at core prices though, the report was less worrying - at least for now. Core annual inflation was seen at 2.3%, missing slightly on estimates of 2.4%. That is also down a touch from the 2.4% reading in February but still above the 2.2% estimate from January.While core prices are not showing a material jump just yet, it will eventually see spillover effects from broader inflation pressures in the euro area economy.That especially if the war carries on for longer and higher energy prices become more entrenched into inflation expectations. That will eventually feed to input cost inflation in general and trickle down to consumers at some point.As such, don't be too quick to dismiss the jump in prices here. We've seen it all before with the Russia-Ukraine conflict. And ECB policymakers will be guarded in not wanting to repeat the mistake of calling inflation "transitory" again this time around. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: ECB's Muller: Current baseline projection could be already too optimistic
published_at: 2026-03-31T08:57:38Z
hash: 69043d3303fd0a7e7780691bb3c54ef04f226db58deba249be37035580a66c1e
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.237Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/ecbs-muller-current-baseline-projection-could-be-already-too-optimistic-20260331/

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ECB's baseline projection could be already too optimisticInterest rates will probably rise in the coming quarters if energy prices stay high for too longECB policymaker, Madis Müller, suggests that the central bank’s current economic projections may be already too optimistic, warning that rate hikes will probably come in the coming quarters if energy prices stay high for too long. Speaking in the wake of the ECB's March 2026 staff projections, Müller expressed concern that the baseline scenario, which already revised 2026 inflation upward to 2.6%, might underestimate the persistence of price pressures stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.While the ECB recently opted to hold its key deposit rate at 2.00%, the tone from policymakers has shifted toward a hawkish stance. Müller noted that the current baseline assumes energy prices will begin to stabilize and eventually decline, but he cautioned that if oil and gas prices remain elevated for an extended period, the likelihood of a rate increase becomes significantly higher. The primary concern is that high energy costs will no longer remain isolated but will instead seep into the broader economy through "second-round effects," where businesses raise prices for various goods and services to compensate for their own rising utility bills.The risk to the Eurozone economy is twofold: higher inflation and lower growth. The ECB’s updated forecast has already lowered growth expectations for 2026 to 0.9%, yet Müller’s comments suggest that even this sluggish figure depends on a relatively benign path for commodity markets. Should energy prices stay high for too long, the ECB may be forced to act to prevent inflation expectations from becoming unanchored. Müller emphasized that while the central bank prefers measured steps to avoid market disruption, the longer the geopolitical instability lasts, the more likely a monetary response will be required.Currently, the ECB remains in a "data-dependent" mode, making decisions meeting-by-meeting without a pre-committed path. The market is pricing in a 58% chance of a rate hike at the upcoming meeting and an 87% probability of a move in June. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: The Nasdaq bounces as Trump is reportedly open to end the war without Hormuz condition
published_at: 2026-03-31T08:40:44Z
hash: 3b1e9754977c51997011b1ecdb1e777192a8910b9dd9899a323279913e139a66
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.238Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/stocks/the-nasdaq-bounces-as-trump-is-reportedly-open-to-end-the-war-without-hormuz-condition-20260331/

summary:
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWThe Nasdaq is finding some footing today as WSJ reported that Trump would be open to end the war without pushing for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. That would be great news for the markets as the Iranians will likely reopen the Strait as soon as the US forces withdraw.We will need Trump to announce that though as the only thing we got till now were speculations and empty words aimed at jawboning the markets. Trump is certainly very uneasy right now with the stock market making new lows, much higher Treasury yields, triple digit oil prices and the Fed in a "wait and see" mode.This ugly mix should pressure him for a quick resolution as failure to do so would highly likely lead to a recession before the midterms. The “ceasefire” expires on April 6 and Trump mentioned that he’d like to have a deal before that date, so keep a close eye on the headlines and especially on his Truth Social account.For now, the path of least resistance remains to the downside until we get a resolution. NASDAQ TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that the Nasdaq eventually dropped to the 23,000 level before bouncing. The buyers stepped in there with a defined risk below the level to position for a pullback into the 23,910 resistance. The sellers will want to see the price breaking lower to increase the bearish bets into new lows. NASDAQ TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we have a downward trendline defining the bearish momentum. If we get a pullback, we can expect the sellers to lean on the trendline with a defined risk above it to keep pushing into new lows. The buyers, on the other hand, will look for a break higher to increase the bullish bets into the major downward trendline around the 24,700 level next. NASDAQ TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, the price broke above the minor downward trendline which was defining the bearish momentum on this timeframe. The buyers piled in on the break targeting a pullback into the 23,910 level. The sellers, on the other hand, will have a better risk to reward setup around the 23,550 swing level to position for a drop into new lows. The red lines define average daily range for today. UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we get the US Consumer Confidence and US Job Openings data. Tomorrow, we have the US ADP, the US Retail Sales and the US ISM Manufacturing PMI. On Thursday, we get the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US NFP report. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: Germany March unemployment change 0k vs 2k expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-march-unemployment-change-0k-vs-2k-expected-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T07:55:03Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-march-unemployment-change-0k-vs-2k-expected-20260331/
hash: 07f89bc8814ab9d3cb759cd276e6fcd53f8a76ebe7c2743926dd926f92d70349
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.239Z
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Prior 1kUnemployment rate 6.3% vs 6.3% expectedPrior 6.3%German unemployment remains unchanged in March with the jobless rate keeping steady on the month as well. The jobless figure overall remains the same as it was in February at 2.977 million. Well, this at least reaffirms the labour market has been holding up in recent months after having softened modestly in the first half of last year especially.The labour office notes that: "As usual, the spring upturn in the labour market begins in March, however, without any significant momentum this year." This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: Three Chinese ships confirmed to have passed through Strait of Hormuz
published_at: 2026-03-31T07:49:06Z
hash: d78c82f90307b1e38c14944bf63233578227130739b83893a129adea894df001
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.239Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/three-chinese-ships-confirmed-to-have-passed-through-strait-of-hormuz-20260331/

summary:
The ministry confirms that three Chinese ships have recently sailed through the Strait of Hormuz, adding that "we would like to express our gratitude for the assistance provided by all parties concerned". They didn't go so far to name which ships they are referring to but recent reports suggest that it is likely they are vessels tied to China's state-run COSCO Shipping.For some context, these same ships were turned back on Friday last week as Iran continues to keep a firm stranglehold of control over the Strait of Hormuz. Two ships are said to be owned by COSCO Shipping with the other believed to be Hong Kong-owned Lotus Rising. Those were the three ships turned back at the end of last week and are believed to be allowed passage this time around.To add to that, the attempted crossing on Friday was the first outbound transit by COSCO Shipping container ships since the US-Iran conflict began on 28 February. I reckon they were denied last week amid some communication mix up but that looks to be cleared up this week already.And it seems like China will at least be one to have access through the strait for now. At this point, every little bit helps. So, that will be a massive boost to Beijing as they rely heavily on oil and petrol imports.As an aside, COSCO Shipping did sent out a client advisory on 25 March that it had resumed bookings for general cargo containers for shipments from Asia to the Gulf region. And that includes countries such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Iraq. I doubt they would have sent out such a notice without having consulted with Beijing officials.In any case, I wouldn't take this as a sign that Iran is loosening its restrictions on the strait though. China is one of its biggest allies and has been one to have been procuring oil shipments from Iran despite sanctions in the past. So, their relationship here is more of an exception rather than the rule. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: Gold consolidates awaiting potential US-Iran deal; Trump's next move crucial
published_at: 2026-03-31T07:35:32Z
hash: 02c5354a353c858ea89fac5b4e6e93f9d1f2068a930adba446bcce544717d6ba
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.240Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/gold-consolidates-awaiting-potential-us-iran-deal-trumps-next-move-crucial-20260331/

summary:
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWGold has entered a consolidation phase as the bearish momentum eased somewhat. The fundamentals haven’t changed at all as the US-Iran war is still ongoing and the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is keeping oil prices around triple digit levels. This should keep the bearish bias intact for now. There has been stronger jawboning from Trump though as he started to tout the negotiations and a potential deal almost daily now. Just today, WSJ reported that Trump would be open to end the war without pushing for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. That would be great news for the markets as the Iranians will likely reopen the Strait as soon as the US forces withdraw.But we will need Trump to announce that to make it happen. He's certainly very uneasy right now with the stock market making new lows, much higher Treasury yields, triple digit oil prices and the Fed in "wait and see" mode.Given the positioning in the market, the end of hostilities will most likely boost gold prices in the short-term as the hawkish interest rates bets would get erased quickly. On the other hand, further escalation of the conflict would add more pressure on gold and likely drag prices down into new lows. As a reminder, Trump’s “ceasefire” ends on April 6 and he mentioned that he’d like to have a deal before that date, so keep a close eye on the headlines and especially on his Truth Social account.GOLD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that gold is consolidating below the broken trendline as traders await new catalysts to pick a direction. There’s not much we can glean from this timeframe, so we need to zoom in to see some more details. GOLD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we have a downward trendline defining the bearish momentum and the resistance zone around the 4,700 level. The sellers will likely lean on the trendline with a defined risk above the resistance to position for a drop into the major upward trendline. The buyers, on the other hand, will look for a break above the resistance to pile in for a rally into the 5,000 level next. GOLD TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, we have a minor upward trendline defining the recent pullback. The buyers will likely lean on the trendline with a defined risk below it to keep pushing into new highs, while the sellers will look for a break lower to increase the bearish bets into the major upward trendline around the 4,000 level. The red lines define the average daily range for today. UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we get the US Consumer Confidence and US Job Openings data. Tomorrow, we have the US ADP, the US Retail Sales and the US ISM Manufacturing PMI. On Thursday, we get the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US NFP report. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/gold-consolidates-awaiting-potential-us-iran-deal-trumps-next-move-crucial-20260331/


title: France March preliminary CPI +1.7% vs +1.6% y/y expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/france-march-preliminary-cpi-17-vs-16-yy-expected-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:45:29Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/france-march-preliminary-cpi-17-vs-16-yy-expected-20260331/
hash: f261a7132e4e0ab8d5cdaf2b19fd018fea37d8e838a5d455cba3af6ec4be7285
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.242Z
summary:
Prior +0.9%HICP +1.9% vs +1.9% y/y expectedPrior +1.1%The headline estimate is the highest since August 2024 as French inflation picks up amid higher energy prices as a result of the US-Iran conflict. The monthly reading shows that consumer prices were up 0.9%, the steepest jump since February 2024.The breakdown shows that food price inflation was seen at 1.8% (previously 2.0%) and services inflation at 1.7% (previously 1.6%). As such, core prices should keep thereabouts as in February with the latest spike here being largely energy-related. Of note, energy prices surged by 7.3% in March after exhibiting a 2.9% monthly decline in February.But over time if allowed to become more entrenched, higher energy prices will spill over to other aspects of the economy. That is a lesson that we are already familiar with from the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2021-22.If the ECB wants to respond next month, they might have good reason to do so. But if their key metric is to wait for the impact to show up on core prices, then perhaps we might see them put off from raising interest rates in April.That of course unless policymakers feel the need to be proactive about the situation, which typically isn't something you would associate with most central banks these days. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: What are the main events for today?
url: https://investinglive.com/news/what-are-the-main-events-for-today-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:29:33Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/what-are-the-main-events-for-today-20260331/
hash: 0a66a6f0f38f3ac33ab46bc6c87a9de7ada00470962c9ee0c7892cea620e8d6d
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.251Z
summary:
EUROPEAN SESSIONIn the European session, the main highlight will be the Eurozone inflation data. The Headline CPI Y/Y is expected at 2.6% vs 1.9% prior, while the Core CPI Y/Y is seen at 2.4% vs 2.4% prior. Having said that, inflation is expected to increase substantially in March due to elevated energy prices, so it's not going to be a surprise at all. The ECB will likely look through the March inflation spike but might also lay the groundwork for a rate hike in June if the US-Iran war and the supply disruptions continue.The market is pricing a 58% chance of a rate hike in April and 86% in June. The total tightening expected by year-end is 70 bps.AMERICAN SESSIONIn the American session, we get the US Consumer Confidence and the US Job Openings data. The US Consumer Confidence is expected at 88.0 vs 91.2 prior. A lower than expected figure wouldn't be a surprise of course given that the war and higher energy prices are negatively impacting growth expectations while increasing inflation fears.The US Job Openings is expected at 6.890M vs 6.946M prior. The labour market has been clearly stabilising in the first part of the year as tariff and business uncertainty eased. The US-Iran war brought renewed uncertainty while also weighing heavily on the stock market. This could weaken the labour market in the short-term. Anyway, the Job Openings data is for February, so it's old news and will likely be ignored.Lastly, it goes without saying that the focus is solely on US-Iran headlines and the ongoing negotiations. WSJ reported tonight that Trump would be open to end the war without pushing for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. That would be great news for the markets as the Iranians will likely reopen the Strait as soon as the US forces withdraw. But, we will need Trump to announce that to make it happen. He's certainly very uneasy right now with the stock market making new lows, much higher Treasury yields, triple digit oil prices and the Fed in "wait and see" mode. CENTRAL BANK SPEAKERS07:00 GMT/03:00 ET - ECB's Panetta (neutral - voter)07:30 GMT/03:30 ET - ECB's Muller (hawkish - voter)08:00 GMT/04:00 ET - ECB's Kazimir (hawkish - voter)13:10 GMT/09:10 ET - ECB's Sleijpen (neutral - voter)16:00 GMT/12:00 ET - Fed's Goolsbee (neutral - non voter)17:10 GMT/13:10 ET - Fed's Schmid (hawkish - non voter)19:00 GMT/15:00 ET - Fed's Barr (neutral - voter)21:00 GMT/17:00 ET - Fed's Bowman (dovish - voter) This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.


title: German import prices move up slightly in February, just before the US-Iran war impact
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:18:51Z
hash: 6ca44b305623d48e9cb9df57cd5ef45d727ab68219d9dbdc4b92dd3d0e6f78b0
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.253Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/german-import-prices-move-up-slightly-in-february-just-before-the-us-iran-war-impact-20260331/

summary:
German import prices for the month of February showed a 0.3% increase compared to the previous month. But when benchmarked against the same month a year ago, import prices were seen down 2.3%. The latter figure is the same for January and also December last year.The main drag for the year-on-year decline in import prices had been energy prices. Compared to February 2025, energy prices were down nearly 21% when viewing the numbers for last month. So, that's the key factor in play. That as when you exclude energy prices from the equation, import prices were seen down just 0.2% compared to February last year.As we get into March data next month, expect the picture above to change drastically.Destatis already notes today that "the hostilities in Iran and the Middle East had no impact on the February import or export price results". But as energy prices soar in recent weeks, that is going to see a material jump in overall import prices in Germany.And over time, that will even spill over to impacting import prices for the likes of capital goods, intermediate goods, and consumer goods. So, there is that to keep in mind.That especially since the Middle East conflict doesn't seem to be finding much of a resolution yet. And with Iran still threatening key energy facilities across the region, that won't help in easing the upward pressure on natural gas prices in Europe.To make matters worse, this is also coming at a time when German consumption is also showing some signs of weakness. That comes after the unexpected decline in retail sales in February here.With higher energy prices set to hit in the months ahead, that will also weigh further on overall consumption and economic activity in Europe's largest economy. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/news/german-import-prices-move-up-slightly-in-february-just-before-the-us-iran-war-impact-20260331/


title: UK March Nationwide house prices +0.9% vs -0.1% m/m expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/uk-march-nationwide-house-prices-09-vs-01-mm-expected-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:00:20Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/uk-march-nationwide-house-prices-09-vs-01-mm-expected-20260331/
hash: 2a8646d984f117c442e421bf4332ae0357f7d569edda8faa4bd942ac7490c502
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.254Z
summary:
Prior +0.3%UK house prices unexpectedly rose in March, with the jump being quite a big one at that. The monthly increase in house prices is the most since December 2024.Typically, there is a bit of a "spring bounce" in the market. That being said, it could be a case of home buyers rushing to secure mortgage deals with the current rate amid fears of higher interest rates to come later on. That as the US-Iran conflict has significantly changed the central bank outlook and also the general trajectory of the global economy and inflation.So, it is arguably a mix of seasonal and psychological factors driving up prices in the past month.At the same time though, a negative hit to consumption and the overall economy is also a negative hit to the housing market outlook. As such, that is creating a bit of a muddy and messy picture at the moment. The monthly spike above is likely to be a one-off, especially as the US-Iran conflict is more likely to cloud the outlook rather than drive up demand conditions consistently in the months ahead. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: Germany February retail sales -0.6% vs +0.2% m/m expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-february-retail-sales-06-vs-02-mm-expected-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:00:13Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-february-retail-sales-06-vs-02-mm-expected-20260331/
hash: bec914801a95dec65b8a2ae63461ce019eb71f266fff37a7a8c55e105295c6af
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.254Z
summary:
Prior -0.9%; revised to -1.1%And once again, German retail sales underwhelms on expectations and this time it is being made to look worse than previous times. For one, it comes alongside a negative revision to the January figure. But more importantly, it paints a negative backdrop in the month before we even see the US-Iran conflict impact hit on prices, inflation, and the economy.Food store sales declined by 1.4% on the month while non-food store retailing saw a 0.7% increase in sales. The latter at least helps to offset slightly the negative drag on the overall report.This kind of backdrop is not quite what you'd like to see as price pressures have already been keeping more stubborn in Europe's largest economy. Now when you have to factor in the impact of higher energy prices, that will bite at consumption activity even more.As such, that will make for a tough outlook for the German economy in the months ahead. That especially as the manufacturing sector recovery is also at risk of being derailed amid a surge in input cost inflation, which will then weigh on demand.Stagflation risks might well creep back into the picture and that will be another key risk factor that the ECB has to be careful of. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: UK Q4 final GDP +0.1% vs +0.1% q/q prelim
url: https://investinglive.com/news/uk-q4-final-gdp-01-vs-01-qq-prelim-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T06:00:05Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/uk-q4-final-gdp-01-vs-01-qq-prelim-20260331/
hash: e4992cb85217d9573a86f077cceabe743f9be5e48540fccb1ea304acb07a6fa1
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.255Z
summary:
Prior +0.1%GDP +1.0% vs +1.0% y/y prelimPrior +1.2%No changes to the initial estimates as the UK economy squeezes out marginal growth in the final quarter of last year. In output terms, growth in the latest quarter was driven by an increase of 1.2% in production, while the construction sector fell by 2.1% and the services sector showed no growth.As a whole, UK GDP is estimated to have increased by 1.3% annually in 2025. That follows from the growth estimate of 1.1% in 2024. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: FX option expiries for 31 March 10am New York cut
url: https://investinglive.com/Orders/fx-option-expiries-for-31-march-10am-new-york-cut-20260331/
published_at: 2026-03-31T05:24:06Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/Orders/fx-option-expiries-for-31-march-10am-new-york-cut-20260331/
hash: cde95a06ca361f07ce54ef35124a213eef3edf679a60e26a4ecfa27d9b934a15
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.256Z
summary:
There are a few to take note of on the day, as highlighted in bold below.The first being for EUR/USD at the 1.1500 level. The expiries are large in size and so could act as a bit of a ceiling to price action on any upside extensions. The dollar has been keeping firmer since last week already, with the pair poised for six straight days of declines. So, the trend does reaffirm that the downside pressure appears to be more persistent currently.Even as risk sentiment may be faring better today after the Wall St Journal report on Trump mulling over ending the war without reopening the Strait of Hormuz, it might prove to be a false dawn. As said before, nothing changes for markets until something changes on the Strait of Hormuz. So, keep that in mind.The dollar is still holding steadier so far today, even as we see equities nudge a bit higher. So, it does show that traders are not getting too carried away just yet.Then, there is one for USD/CHF at the 0.7950 level. The pair has breached above its key daily moving averages at the end of last week. That is the first time it pushes above both key technical levels since April last year. That being said, the 0.8000 level is still keeping things in check.For now, buyers will stay poised in keeping above the 200-day moving average at 0.7943. The short-term momentum is also relying on the 100-hour moving average at 0.7953 currently. So, the expiries might just add another layer in helping buyers stay interested on any light pullbacks.And lastly, there is one for AUD/USD at the 0.6825 level. That rests close to the 100-day moving average at 0.6818 with the pair continuing to fall since last week. The drop this week sees a fresh two-month low for AUD/USD, reaffirming that sellers remain in control as the US-Iran conflict extends and higher oil prices remain.The expiries could pair up with the key technical level above in limiting the downside for today. However, things can quickly turn uglier if risk sentiment falters and we get a break of the key level.For more information on how to use this data, you may refer to this post here.Apart from that, do be reminded that month-end trading may also be a factor today. In that lieu:Dollar buying looks to be the flavour this month-endMonth-end flows point to dollar buying into the fix - BofA This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: Amazon’s satellite business gets another win as it seeks to challenge Musk’s Starlink
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:02:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004886444
hash: d714dd182dbf0927aa9967bdc79c88f5015be4279a6f2cbb2c3f954d647967ff
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.821Z
ai_impact_level: High
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/amazons-satellite-business-gets-another-win-as-it-seeks-to-challenge-musks-starlink-9ecd6773?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Delta Air Lines said it would equip hundreds of aircraft with Amazon’s nascent satellite-internet system.

ai_summary:
Amazon's satellite business secured a major deal with Delta Air Lines to equip hundreds of aircraft with its satellite-internet system, marking another win for the company as it seeks to challenge Elon Musk's Starlink service.

ai_effect:
- Delta Air Lines will equip hundreds of aircraft with Amazon's satellite-internet system
- Amazon's satellite business seeks to challenge Elon Musk's Starlink service
- The deal is another win for Amazon's nascent satellite business

ai_usd_effect:
The deal could lead to increased demand for USD-denominated services and potentially boost the dollar's value against other currencies.

ai_gold_effect:
The satellite industry is not directly related to gold prices, but a strong US economy and growing demand for satellite services could support higher gold prices in the long term.


title: Here’s what’s worth streaming in April 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
published_at: 2026-03-31T14:00:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004871459
hash: 1d87dac1909cdcb29e715f0ef48c30be3fb06df20c1610f0a1a8432755ee5d72
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.824Z
ai_effect: - New content releases - Influence on consumer spending habits - Demand for streaming services
ai_impact_level: Medium
ai_gold_effect: No significant impact expected on Gold (XAU/USD) due to this news.
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/heres-whats-worth-streaming-in-april-2026-on-netflix-hulu-hbo-max-and-more-e6e085e7?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
Prices are rising at Netflix and Amazon, while Hulu revives ‘Malcolm in the Middle’ and HBO Max has new seasons of ‘Hacks’ and ‘Euphoria’

ai_summary:
Streaming services are releasing new content in April 2026, including 'Malcolm in the Middle' on Hulu and new seasons of 'Hacks' and 'Euphoria' on HBO Max. This news may affect consumer spending habits and influence demand for streaming services.

ai_usd_effect:
The rising prices at Netflix and Amazon could lead to increased inflationary pressures in the US economy.


title: I’m a personal finance reporter who never budgeted. Then my boyfriend got laid off.
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:45:00Z
summary: Plus: A 30-minute Financial Literacy Month money challenge to whip your finances into shape.
guid: WP-MKTW-0004884533
hash: 1210dd08f9fe89a0035c56e3e9a7540cf61845e23900be80bff8b3ff60b82f82
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.838Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/im-a-personal-finance-reporter-who-never-budgeted-then-my-boyfriend-got-laid-off-e423c6ab?mod=mw_rss_topstories


title: Apple turns 50. Here’s how it can shake its midlife crisis.
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:36:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004874921
hash: 90eb189976bbb714060483b8756e47901570366dc512000501c85e62cc0e51c9
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.845Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/apple-turns-50-heres-how-it-can-shake-its-midlife-crisis-987cf873?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
After successfully conquering the smartphone and PC market, Apple must now prove that it can innovate for the AI era.


title: McDonald’s could make $100 million in just the first few days of selling ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ meals
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:26:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004874559
hash: 8129474cc1683e92af47ecb732b6759a0914a5275a7d71ca921e708bef9ac26d
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.861Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/gonna-be-golden-these-kpop-demon-hunters-meals-could-make-mcdonalds-100-million-in-just-the-first-few-days-d0fc1fe2?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
The ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ meals hit stores today — and this restaurant analyst says the tie-in with the Netflix film will be a huge hit for the Golden Arches


title: Marvell’s stock soars. What’s behind the new Nvidia investment and partnership.
published_at: 2026-03-31T13:25:00Z
summary: Nvidia is pouring $2 billion into Marvell, marking its latest investment within the AI ecosystem.
guid: WP-MKTW-0004886593
hash: b29e68b34d069fad3afa893c32f685435c683c416581537292912f2f6b72fcdf
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.868Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/marvells-stock-soars-whats-behind-the-new-nvidia-investment-and-partnership-b4c5e6aa?mod=mw_rss_topstories


title: McCormick investors like the $44.8 billion Unilever Foods deal, even though there’s a catch
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:48:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004886305
hash: 105a9a834de600acb1e96f474b63a13148e613d53a57ad26fe443514709a37e1
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.875Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/mccormick-looks-to-merge-with-unilevers-food-business-but-theres-no-mention-in-earnings-report-88e98464?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
McCormick’s stock was set to surge amid talks to combine with Unilever’s foods business, but there’s no mention of the deal in the earnings report.


title: Oil prices hold above $100 a barrel on unclear plan for future reopening of Strait of Hormuz
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:34:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004886109
hash: ac469fdfe000bea361fa77f8d1e1ca86239f2876a3a9eb575b6e108e254347e8
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.876Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/oil-holds-near-four-year-high-on-unclear-plan-for-future-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz-82db1c21?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
President Donald Trump reportedly told aides he would end the war in Iran without reopening the trade route.


title: Lilly to pay up to $7.8 billion to buy a company developing a narcolepsy drug
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:32:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004886605
hash: 4e4e0c6d29d7ac47e9438b60f7e40f28a5be2a9e008ec73ed3c3d5503a6c5cb7
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.884Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/lilly-to-pay-up-to-7-8-billion-to-buy-a-company-developing-a-narcolepsy-drug-8e22468f?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
The company, which is flush with cash from sales of its market-leading GLP-1 franchise, has been an active dealmaker.


title: A trap door could open up under the S&P 500 after this influential options trade expires on Tuesday
published_at: 2026-03-31T12:28:00Z
guid: WP-MKTW-0004881074
hash: 5e1f3cdc7d4dc8452d5ae86791e5ec8e082acfe12a1e9c3fc222df02d457abe8
fetched_at: 2026-03-31T14:14:10.893Z
url:
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/a-trap-door-could-open-up-under-the-s-p-500-when-this-influential-options-trade-expires-next-week-2f3ea4d5?mod=mw_rss_topstories

summary:
A large institutional options fund may have contributed to some of the recent volatility in the S&P 500.


title: U.S. bank with $1.9 trillion in assets could debut its bitcoin ETF Wednesday
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:00:46Z
summary: Morgan Stanley's bitcoin ETF could start trading on NYSE on Wednesday under the ticker MSBT.
guid: 000e17d5-86e5-4610-8a1f-424026152ec9
hash: 79f432b7706555ad8bee0ec7ab7dc26c2b0e432876119d0284fb87886604be76
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.237Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-etf-by-a-major-u-s-bank-with-usd9-3-trillion-in-client-assets-could-debut-wednesday


title: Attacking bitcoin mining with a quantum computer would require the energy of a star, academics say
published_at: 2026-04-08T05:42:54Z
guid: 7240685c-9e59-4e66-a5c0-3ce59ce8cf58
hash: 11325a8481c7fce2f937f73b494698fddd0479256ea9c348af720037dbbf5f13
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.313Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/08/attacking-bitcoin-mining-with-a-quantum-computer-would-require-the-energy-of-a-star-academics-say

summary:
One paper finds that attacking the bitcoin blockchain through quantum mining would demand the energy output of a star. Another replicates every major "quantum factoring breakthrough" using a 1981 home computer and a dog.


title: XRP zooms 5% on bitcoin strength, but trend reversal still unconfirmed
published_at: 2026-04-08T04:49:00Z
guid: fd55f500-ab0d-4c4d-a511-a0db3045905f
hash: 9686dd5ced71bac16d724e5a8cad583910f5ab04ab77fba5f61fc432c71fed0d
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.318Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/xrp-zooms-5-on-bitcoin-strength-but-trend-reversal-still-unconfirmed

summary:
Breakout backed by institutional flows and whale buying, though broader downtrend and weak ETF demand cap conviction.


title: Bitcoin, ether, oil shorts lead $427 million wipeout on US-Iran ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T04:25:32Z
guid: b2776e81-94de-4c31-ac01-df3459618dfd
hash: 84e9868ad49f45ea408e604472d988447321407c0a64d2597cadbad2fe915a6f
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.324Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-ether-oil-shorts-lead-usd427-million-wipeout-on-us-iran-ceasefire

summary:
Short sellers betting on continued war escalation lost $427 million in 24 hours as bitcoin vaulted past $72,000 on the ceasefire announcement.


title: CZ says SBF asked for billions 'like a Bologna sandwich' as FTX collapsed
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:00:00Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.328Z
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https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/cz-says-sbf-asked-for-billions-like-a-bologna-sandwich-as-ftx-collapsed

summary:
In his new memoir, Changpeng Zhao reveals he signed the FTX letter of intent as a formality and calls Caroline Ellison's $22 floor price offer a "fatal mistake."


title: Bitcoin vaults past $72,000 as U.S. stock futures surge on a two‑week U.S.–Iran ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-07T23:53:16Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.333Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-u-s-stock-futures-surge-on-a-two-week-u-s-iran-ceasefire

summary:
Risk assets rose late Tuesday as oil collapsed after Trump and Iran confirmed the two-week ceasefire.


title: Bitcoin rises past $69,000 as risk markets reverse big early losses on hope for Iran deal
published_at: 2026-04-07T20:18:52Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.334Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-rises-past-usd69-000-as-risk-markets-reverse-big-early-losses-on-hope-for-iran-deal

summary:
Iran's government is reportedly reviewing Pakistan's request for a two-week ceasefire positively, according to an Axios report.


title: Stablecoin issuers get closer to U.S. federal rules with FDIC's new proposal
published_at: 2026-04-07T18:21:08Z
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hash: 42ddd6953dff90ff7b3f07b15c8aba4cd4d185d216240c5713a680159b9ead34
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.335Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/07/stablecoin-issuers-get-closer-to-u-s-federal-rules-with-fdic-s-new-proposal

summary:
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. approved a proposed rule to govern the issuers, even as the Senate continues to debate GENIUS Act details.


title: Trump-linked World Liberty faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned network: The Times
published_at: 2026-04-07T18:02:41Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.337Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/trump-linked-world-liberty-faces-scrutiny-over-ties-to-sanctioned-network-the-times

summary:
A deal with an Asia-based blockchain project followed recent links to individuals later sanctioned over alleged ties to a major fraud network


title: ‘Don’t waste time with crypto': Here is what Solana Foundation's cryptic message really means
published_at: 2026-04-07T17:13:36Z
summary: The foundation says it is becoming a leading network for “agentic payments.”
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.337Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/07/don-t-waste-time-with-crypto-here-is-what-solana-foundation-s-cryptic-message-really-means


title: DeFi yields are crashing so hard that they can't compete with a traditional savings account
published_at: 2026-04-07T15:23:41Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.341Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/defi-yields-are-crashing-so-hard-that-they-can-t-compete-with-a-traditional-savings-account

summary:
DeFi yields have collapsed below TradFi rates, forcing investors to face higher smart contract risks for lower returns as regulation and exploits mount.


title: Americans’ losses to crypto scams rose to over $11 billion last year, FBI reports
published_at: 2026-04-07T15:06:32Z
summary: Fraud schemes grew more sophisticated and targeted larger sums than in 2024.
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.341Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/americans-losses-to-crypto-scams-rose-to-over-usd11-billion-last-year-fbi-reports


title: Regulation by hostility: the real legacy of Biden-era crypto policy
published_at: 2026-04-07T15:00:00Z
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hash: e61b74c3687158d0367d53562565155b840649c0bdfbc2651cca024b5388e73a
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.346Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2026/04/07/regulation-by-hostility-the-real-legacy-of-biden-era-crypto-policy

summary:
Thorn argues that a recent New York Times op-ed rewrites history through omission, glossing over the collateral damage caused by the previous administration.


title: Schwab says even a 1% crypto allocation can reshape portfolio risk
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:25:12Z
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hash: 5cfb6ad767361fc309462e235ec364ba5b45786592f641f46185ce829ec5eaba
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.346Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/your-crypto-strategy-should-be-about-how-much-pain-you-can-handle-not-how-much-money-you-ll-make-schwab-finds

summary:
The brokerage's research finds that even a tiny crypto allocation can dominate your portfolio's risk, suggesting that the "right" amount to own depends entirely on your stomach for 70% price swings.


title: Grayscale says bitcoin's quantum problem is governance, not engineering
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:21:39Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.347Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/07/grayscale-says-bitcoin-s-quantum-problem-is-governance-not-engineering

summary:
The asset manager's research arm argues the technical path to quantum-safe blockchains is clear but reaching consensus on protocol changes, especially what to do with Satoshi's coins, is the real obstacle.


title: Crypto's $224 million inflow rebound was led by mostly one country and XRP
published_at: 2026-04-07T13:52:27Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.348Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/crypto-s-usd224-million-inflow-rebound-was-led-by-mostly-one-country-and-xrp

summary:
Switzerland accounted for 70% of global crypto ETP inflows last week with XRP products contributing more than half the total.


title: CoinDesk 20 performance update: index drops 2.4% as all constituents trade lower
published_at: 2026-04-07T13:14:36Z
summary: Aave (AAVE) dropped 8.5% and Avalanche (AVAX) fell 7.6%, leading the index lower from Monday.
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.350Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/coindesk-indices/2026/04/07/coindesk-20-performance-update-index-drops-2-4-as-all-constituents-trade-lower


title: 'A whole civilization will die': Crypto markets under pressure as Trump ups rhetoric towards Iran
published_at: 2026-04-07T13:00:26Z
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hash: 94779c85d3f38dcae2e30339a4b2cf1364b54438640cde41417e98f9f1800339
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.351Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/a-whole-civilization-will-die-crypto-markets-under-pressure-as-trump-ups-rhetoric-towards-iran

summary:
Weekend gains for bitcoin have been mostly erased ahead of the president's Tuesday night deadline for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz


title: Bitcoin quantum threat is real and closer than it looks, says Nobel prize winning physicist
published_at: 2026-04-07T12:44:33Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.352Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/bitcoin-quantum-threat-is-real-and-closer-than-it-looks-says-nobel-physicist

summary:
Former Google quantum hardware leader and winner of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics, John Martinis, warns that breaking encryption will be among the earliest uses of quantum computing


title: How North Korea's 6-month long secret espionage program has crypto community rethinking security
published_at: 2026-04-07T12:30:00Z
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hash: 8be8d9e0cf08e0b92751be8e7aff0024d86a53d1d4539183df1c737b6cfa0f38
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.352Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/07/how-north-korea-s-6-month-long-secret-espionage-program-has-crypto-community-rethinking-security

summary:
For years, the DeFi industry has treated security as a technical problem: something that could be solved with better code. But the Drift incident suggests something far more complex: that the real vulnerabilities may lie outside the codebase altogether.


title: Why Michael Saylor's bitcoin buys aren’t moving the needle anymore
url: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/why-strategy-s-bitcoin-buying-isn-t-moving-the-market
published_at: 2026-04-07T11:34:32Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.355Z
summary:
Despite billions in purchases, MSTR demand is being outweighed by long term holder positioning and broader capital flows.


title: Bitcoin briefly touches $70,000 as ETF inflows signal institutional interest
published_at: 2026-04-07T11:17:05Z
summary: Your day-ahead look for April 7, 2026
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.356Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/daybook-us/2026/04/07/bitcoin-briefly-touches-usd70-000-as-etf-inflows-signal-institutional-interest


title: Bitcoin price-drop speculation spurred by familiar price pattern
published_at: 2026-04-07T10:53:02Z
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hash: 9a8f95b58b33dc8c89404a930aa5b5b5833c2d417ace3dfce162c831ca91bd34
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.356Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-price-drop-speculation-spurred-by-familiar-price-pattern

summary:
BTC and ETH remain stuck in a two-month range as oil prices and Iran tensions weigh on sentiment, while AI and privacy tokens show surprising relative strength.


title: Solana Foundation unveils security overhaul days after $270 million Drift exploit
published_at: 2026-04-07T10:52:03Z
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hash: 0cc60d128d4f4d7d34f76d1ea0bd3e1a2b91e5f041990d121bd50aa34d07f131
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.359Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/07/solana-foundation-unveils-security-overhaul-days-after-usd270-million-drift-exploit

summary:
The program includes 24/7 threat monitoring for protocols with more than $10 million in deposits and a dedicated incident response network of security firms.


title: Bitcoin pulls away from software stocks as Iran war, AI reshape market dynamic
published_at: 2026-04-07T10:15:49Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.359Z
url:
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-pulls-away-from-software-stocks-as-iran-war-ai-reshape-market-dynamic

summary:
BTC correlation with an ETF tracking software comany stocks broke sharply from near-total alignment to near zero after the conflict started.


title: Ethereum stablecoin supply hits $180B all-time high: Token Terminal
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:21:14Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/stablecoin-supply-ethereum-hits-180b-all-time-high-token-terminal
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.581Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/stablecoin-supply-ethereum-hits-180b-all-time-high-token-terminal?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Ethereum could see $850 billion in “new flows” by 2030 if the trend continues, according to Token Terminal.


title: 3 Polymarket traders made a timely bet on a US-Iran ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:18:34Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/3-polymarket-traders-made-a-timely-bet-on-a-us-iran-ceasefire
hash: 441c4a521826d407662e2513d40879cce74ab1b77f29708cf13dc521b5a56547
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.607Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/3-polymarket-traders-made-a-timely-bet-on-a-us-iran-ceasefire?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Lookonchain noted that the “yes” bets were placed at probabilities between 2.9% and 10.3%, with the three wallets placing their first bets within 26 hours of the announcement.


title: Coinbase plans expansion to stock trading in Australia after securing license
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:13:30Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinbase-afsl-license-australia-crypto-equity-trading
hash: 930d3c3697a1f3488aa3a53c2001e2a9225bf32cf7eb93416f6b799056213436
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.734Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinbase-afsl-license-australia-crypto-equity-trading?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The approval puts Coinbase under Australia’s financial rules as the country formalizes oversight of crypto platforms.


title: Ethereum buyers are back, data shows, as bulls defend $2K support
published_at: 2026-04-08T05:49:12Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-buyers-are-back-data-shows-as-bulls-defend-2k-support
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.757Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-buyers-are-back-data-shows-as-bulls-defend-2k-support?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Ethereum analysts said buyers were back in control, but holding the $2,000 support was key to reversing the market structure.


title: Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF set to launch on Wednesday
published_at: 2026-04-08T04:42:37Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/morgan-stanley-bitcoin-etf-debut-wednesday
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.772Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/morgan-stanley-bitcoin-etf-debut-wednesday?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust will be the cheapest Bitcoin ETF on the market at an ultra-low 0.14% fee.


title: Anthropic limits access to AI model over cyberattack concerns
published_at: 2026-04-08T04:30:59Z
hash: 0a693660ea807c8f4b06abff92aa9247cd385aa6379c72f8d10e36cbe660d969
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.776Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/claude-mythos-finds-thousands-of-zero-day-os-and-browser-vulnerabilities?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
AI models have reached a level of coding capability that rivals or exceeds that of most human experts at finding and exploiting software vulnerabilities, Anthropic said.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/claude-mythos-finds-thousands-of-zero-day-os-and-browser-vulnerabilities


title: SEC admits certain crypto enforcement cases delivered no investor benefit
published_at: 2026-04-08T02:40:40Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-crypto-enforcement-cases-no-benefit
hash: ed70e258e2df2c44ff5ae2bce67a5007e884a0886c01fbe7720ec9444bcdb357
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.776Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-crypto-enforcement-cases-no-benefit?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Under SEC Chair Paul Atkins, the number of SEC enforcement actions against public companies has decreased by about 30%.


title: FDIC moves to regulate stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act
published_at: 2026-04-08T01:25:57Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/fdic-moves-to-regulate-stablecoin-issuers-under-the-genius-act
hash: eade00663f46764e6909d3411e00de6e3b68b51b253ecd390b410d8e3afaed95
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.777Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fdic-moves-to-regulate-stablecoin-issuers-under-the-genius-act?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
FDIC’s proposed rules providing insurance for corporate deposits of stablecoin issuers will not extend to the stablecoin holders, as it would conflict with the GENIUS Act’s text, the FDIC said.


title: Bitcoin reclaims $72K after US, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:20:34Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-spike-us-president-donald-trump-iran-ceasefire
hash: b91d539c370a8a01984477991f7cf19309bc94f74509e2504b3cfcaf699857be
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.779Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-spike-us-president-donald-trump-iran-ceasefire?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Iran's Supreme National Security Council on Wednesday accepted a two-week ceasefire in its war against the US, but emphasized this did not mean an end to the war.


title: Iran’s Bitcoin hashrate falls 77% over the past quarter amid conflict
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:07:11Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/iran-bitcoin-hashrate-drop-results-mining-redistribution
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.782Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/iran-bitcoin-hashrate-drop-results-mining-redistribution?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The 30-day simple moving average of the global network hashrate has also declined, though an analyst says the slump is due to Bitcoin prices hurting mining profitability rather than conflict.


title: Crypto billionaire to prison: CZ’s autobiography revisits turbulent Binance era
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:00:00Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-billionaire-cz-autobiography
hash: 3c339dba19d31f4c3d0c144a3446856f127fe004af5fd84c85eb1c8b70bb2629
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.785Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-billionaire-cz-autobiography?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Changpeng Zhao’s memoir recounts Binance’s rapid rise, regulatory scrutiny and prison sentence, offering a first-person account of crypto’s most turbulent era.


title: Bitcoin wallets absorb 4.37M BTC as network activity flips to ‘bull phase’
published_at: 2026-04-07T21:16:16Z
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url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-wallets-absorb-4-37m-btc-as-network-activity-flips-to-bull-phase?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The Bitcoin supply held in long-term investor wallets moved above 4 million BTC, while a network activity index flashed a “bull phase” signal.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-wallets-absorb-4-37m-btc-as-network-activity-flips-to-bull-phase


title: Democrats question CFTC chair on insider trading in prediction markets
published_at: 2026-04-07T21:11:42Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/congress-cftc-oversight-prediction-markets-insider-trading
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.787Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/congress-cftc-oversight-prediction-markets-insider-trading?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
The seven House members may have affirmed the commission’s authority over prediction markets, but asked questions about its inaction on insider trading.


title: Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows top $471M but BTC is pinned under $70K: Here’s why
published_at: 2026-04-07T19:45:05Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.789Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/spot-bitcoin-etf-inflows-top-dollar471m-but-btc-is-pinned-under-dollar70k-here-s-why?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin ETF inflows hit $471 million, but stress on digital asset treasuries, selling from miners, and the war in Iran are keeping BTC stuck below $70,000.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/spot-bitcoin-etf-inflows-top-dollar471m-but-btc-is-pinned-under-dollar70k-here-s-why


title: Americans lost $11B to crypto scams in 2025, says FBI
published_at: 2026-04-07T19:44:32Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/fbi-americans-crypto-scams-losses
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.792Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fbi-americans-crypto-scams-losses?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
According to the bureau, a large number of minors aged 17 and younger were included in complaints related to crypto or crypto ATMs, resulting in more than $5 million in losses.


title: Bitcoin holds $67K support as data exposes price to sentiment divergence
published_at: 2026-04-07T17:49:12Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.795Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-holds-dollar67k-support-as-data-exposes-price-to-sentiment-divergence?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Wintermute analysts said Bitcoin’s price stability against the extreme bearish sentiment present in the market is a positive. Will BTC ever flip $70,000 back to support?

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-holds-dollar67k-support-as-data-exposes-price-to-sentiment-divergence


title: US prosecutors reject Tornado Cash co-founder’s argument for dismissal
published_at: 2026-04-07T16:48:05Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-prosecutors-tornado-cash-roman-storm-copyright-argument
hash: ce0739e3019056703bec622026e821fd9ebdd86d676940d3c00a5f60874090ec
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.821Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-prosecutors-tornado-cash-roman-storm-copyright-argument?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Roman Storm, the co-founder of the crypto mixing service, still faces a possible retrial on two charges after a jury failed to reach a verdict in 2025.


title: Split Capital winds down as founder joins stablecoin startup Plasma
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:50:26Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/split-capital-wind-down-founder-plasma-stablecoin-startup
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.823Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/split-capital-wind-down-founder-plasma-stablecoin-startup?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Split Capital founder Zaheer Ebtikar is closing his crypto hedge fund after strong returns to join Plasma as chief strategy officer, citing a major industry shift.


title: Polymarket bags 97% of onchain prediction market fees after pricing overhaul
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:20:47Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/polymarket-grabs-97-onchain-prediction-market-fees
hash: f803533829c39e4b6682cb073c432f4a5a44259f74c152e07fb19d0efcecf23f
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.823Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/polymarket-grabs-97-onchain-prediction-market-fees?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Polymarket has become one of decentralized finance’s highest fee-generating protocols, pulling in about $7.1 million in fees in the first week of the second quarter.


title: Bitcoin waits at $68K as hours tick down to Iran deadline
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:17:15Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-waits-68k-hours-tick-down-iran-deadline
hash: 7ccfbc54a382488bb173ce91fe0bfff4b518e1315155efd02cce50e4e5bc2de5
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.823Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-waits-68k-hours-tick-down-iran-deadline?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Bitcoin and risk-asset price action tried to brush off new US-Iran war rhetoric just hours before the deadline for a deal passed.


title: CME Group expands crypto futures with Avalanche and Sui contracts
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:15:55Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/cme-group-launch-avalanche-sui-futures
hash: 760f736a81508d1e487f6e505f650d6c5d1838e83fec667310df11e4b00b1940
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.873Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/cme-group-launch-avalanche-sui-futures?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
CME Group said it will launch Avalanche and Sui futures contracts pending regulatory approval, as it expands its regulated crypto product offering.


title: Bitcoin price risks '$15K shakeout' in the next 5 months, BTC analyst warns
published_at: 2026-04-07T14:02:45Z
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.914Z
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https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-risks-dollar15k-shakeout-next-5-months-btc-analyst-warns?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Multiple Bitcoin indicators, including a bull-bear sentiment index and realized price metric, point to a possible final BTC shakeout toward $54,000

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-risks-dollar15k-shakeout-next-5-months-btc-analyst-warns


title: Ether treasuries need liquid staking edge to beat ETFs, says Lido exec
published_at: 2026-04-07T13:15:10Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/dats-liquid-staking-outperform-eth-staking-etfs-lido
hash: 7e05965c7d307e73012a83937c12c8540e75e0343899f0eb7d1936e79f4f68c1
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.923Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/dats-liquid-staking-outperform-eth-staking-etfs-lido?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Lido’s institutional lead argues that more crypto treasury companies will need to incorporate liquid staking to outperform the returns generated by staked Ether ETFs.


title: South Korea orders crypto exchanges to verify holdings every 5 minutes
published_at: 2026-04-07T12:34:04Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/south-korea-crypto-exchanges-verify-holdings-5-minutes-fsc-rule
hash: a7ffb6c6cedc39353b93e4e9bf86b1e1c8b4c5311fb64cf2a80cadba340b19c6
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.925Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/south-korea-crypto-exchanges-verify-holdings-5-minutes-fsc-rule?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
An inspection found slow reconciliation cycles and weak trade-halting systems across major crypto exchanges.


title: XRP price risks drop to $1.10 as supply in profit drops to 17-month lows
published_at: 2026-04-07T12:31:20Z
hash: 33a84fee57cf338dd8e33242246a41a52cc4d1a8452292bf138a2c9be59d0849
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.928Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/xrp-price-risks-drop-to-1-10-as-supply-in-profit-drops-to-17-month-lows?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
XRP’s profitable supply fell to 43% as high capitulation and a bearish chart setup signaled a potential drop toward $1.10 in the coming weeks.

guid:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/xrp-price-risks-drop-to-1-10-as-supply-in-profit-drops-to-17-month-lows


title: Inside Operation Atlantic’s push to disrupt crypto scams in real time
published_at: 2026-04-07T12:25:23Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/explained/operation-atlantic-crypto-scam-networks
hash: 19e2de1a766e89f8f702df38bce3c8c7d184823db5b6594126242ffb282632d7
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.952Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/explained/operation-atlantic-crypto-scam-networks?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Operation Atlantic is a cross-border law enforcement effort to detect and disrupt crypto scams in real time, targeting approval phishing before funds are fully drained.


title: Binance adds spot trading guardrails to limit abnormal executions
published_at: 2026-04-07T11:52:21Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-adds-spot-trading-guardrails-to-limit-abnormal-executions
hash: e94e94023e6cdb6430190f61cc4be0dd8599a9cd36779926e37ab867e549736f
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.954Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-adds-spot-trading-guardrails-to-limit-abnormal-executions?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Binance said it will roll out a spot trading rule on April 14, restricting executions outside a set range during periods of volatility and thin liquidity.


title: Crypto ETP inflows hit $224M as XRP leads weekly inflows
published_at: 2026-04-07T11:30:54Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-etp-week-224-million-inflow-xrp-leads-gains
hash: dfdbeebc97948963c0e3b37092ffe654b57d532ed2a37bed0af1e687f8190d22
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.954Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-etp-week-224-million-inflow-xrp-leads-gains?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Crypto ETPs drew $224 million in inflows last week as XRP led gains, while US ETFs lagged and Ether posted outflows amid mixed macro data and policy expectations.


title: Argentine banks testing JPMorgan’s JPM Coin to speed up settlements: Report
published_at: 2026-04-07T11:22:32Z
guid: https://cointelegraph.com/news/argentine-banks-test-jpm-coin-crypto-dollar-jpmorgan-report
hash: 3a31d1fb7c843f2cd4cd90f5e98a5ec684737215bd495d0650a8a4495c367c71
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:17.994Z
url:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/argentine-banks-test-jpm-coin-crypto-dollar-jpmorgan-report?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

summary:
Argentine lenders are reportedly testing JPMorgan’s JPM Coin to improve settlement speed and efficiency, even as the central bank maintains restrictions on crypto services.


title: Stellantis in advanced talks to develop Opel EV with China’s Leapmotor, sources say
published_at: 2026-04-08T08:00:28Z
author: Reuters
hash: 4367af13054d4525b88ff7c37df125517db62b5a15cf64d029b5dcfce7d204ab
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.282Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/stellantis-in-advanced-talks-to-develop-opel-ev-with-chinas-leapmotor-sources-say-4602011


title: Gamma Communications shares surge 13% after confirming takeover talks
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:59:25Z
author: Investing.com
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.284Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/gamma-communications-shares-surge-13-after-confirming-takeover-talks-4602129


title: Maersk says US, Iran ceasefire may create Strait of Hormuz transit opportunities
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:48:26Z
author: Reuters
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.300Z
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https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/maersk-says-us-iran-ceasefire-may-create-strait-of-hormuz-transit-opportunities-4602017


title: European energy stocks slump as oil prices plunge on US-Iran ceasefire deal
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:46:25Z
author: Investing.com
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.345Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/european-energy-stocks-slump-as-oil-prices-plunge-on-usiran-ceasefire-deal-4602035


title: European Airline stocks jump as oil slumps on U.S.-Iran de-escalation
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:44:29Z
author: Investing.com
hash: bbb937f82b089d5b4c76dd51e3ef8949e80e6350a2467570d1ee4bcb411d7883
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.458Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/european-airline-stocks-jump-as-oil-slumps-on-usiran-deescalation-4602045


title: European shares climb as Middle East ceasefire sparks relief rally
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:37:09Z
author: Reuters
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.497Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/european-shares-climb-as-middle-east-ceasefire-sparks-relief-rally-4602040


title: General Motors recalls over 270,000 cars in US over rearview camera issue
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:24:30Z
author: Reuters
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.548Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/general-motors-recalls-over-270000-cars-in-us-over-rearview-camera-issue-4602022


title: European stocks surge after U.S. Iran, and Israel agree to temporary ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:13:11Z
author: Investing.com
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.610Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/european-stocks-surge-after-us-iran-and-israel-agree-to-temporary-ceasefire-4602012


title: Middle East banking stocks skyrocket after Iran ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:07:33Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 37771d00586941b8f103ae200da3d9abebf3469aaf22fa658a908b281b6737b6
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.651Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/middle-east-banking-stocks-skyrocket-after-iran-ceasefire-4602003


title: FTSE 100 today: Stocks rise as ceasefire lifts global markets, pound above $1.34
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:06:09Z
author: Investing.com
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.653Z
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https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/ftse-100-today-stocks-rise-as-ceasefire-lifts-global-markets-pound-above-134-4602001


title: Bitcoin rallies to nearly $72k as US-Iran ceasefire boosts risk
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:59:21Z
author: Investing.com
hash: b613788766a049225cd9e5b42b4e37de84d16c7f6a13420be5bcc77f25127307
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.738Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-rallies-to-nearly-72k-as-usiran-ceasefire-boosts-risk-4601995


title: Bitcoin slightly higher after Pakistan asks Trump for Iran deadline extension
published_at: 2026-04-07T21:47:18Z
author: Investing.com
hash: da1e87e9e2d709f6535c439ed2f9b21d6eb916ceb962f520f09db4ffe69b9ac9
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.782Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-price-today-dips-below-69k-as-trumps-iran-threat-dents-risk-appetite-4599715


title: Whale.io Launches the First AI Agent MCP for Crypto Casino
published_at: 2026-04-07T19:30:34Z
author: Chainwire
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.796Z
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https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/whaleio-launches-the-first-ai-agent-mcp-for-crypto-casino-4601312


title: MetaWin Gives Back Over $13 Million to Players Through Ongoing Loyalty Rewards Program
published_at: 2026-04-07T17:00:34Z
author: Chainwire
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.828Z
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https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/metawin-gives-back-over-13-million-to-players-through-ongoing-loyalty-rewards-program-4601121


published_at: 2026-04-07T12:00:37Z
author: Chainwire
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.828Z
title:
Stratosphere & Pudgy Penguins Announce The Founders Table: A Global Private Dinner Series for Web3 Top Leaders

url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/stratosphere--pudgy-penguins-announce-the-founders-table-a-global-private-dinner-series-for-web3-top-leaders-4600296


title: Giant Wallet Launches G-Gift — A Social Token Gifting Feature on Binance Smart Chain
published_at: 2026-04-07T08:30:32Z
author: Chainwire
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.829Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/giant-wallet-launches-ggift--a-social-token-gifting-feature-on-binance-smart-chain-4599779


title: Bitcoin climbs up above $69k on U.S.-Iran ceasefire hopes despite Trump’s threats
published_at: 2026-04-06T22:05:38Z
author: Investing.com
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fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.840Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoin-price-today-climbs-above-69k-on-reports-on-potential-iran-ceasefire-4597800


title: CoinRabbit Reduces Crypto Lending Rates for XRP Loans and 300+ Assets
published_at: 2026-04-06T16:31:41Z
author: Chainwire
hash: 4a7f5b88f1f4bc1d196de1a302751d24f8428f4d740b3eaab2dcf8f4e92ace83
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.840Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/coinrabbit-reduces-crypto-lending-rates-for-xrp-loans-and-300-assets-4598897


title: Strategy reports bitcoin purchase and stock sale activities
published_at: 2026-04-06T12:09:07Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 4946e3a46ce7cd15a2c40268c082826b7c7e4e1c93963d957be6a63c1836f9ef
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.856Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/strategy-reports-bitcoin-purchase-and-stock-sale-activities-432SI-4598279


title: Sharps Technology reports $269.1 million in assets after SOL accumulation
published_at: 2026-04-06T11:02:21Z
author: Investing.com
hash: 49a19dd9af50b14e738a588201cfa6adcabc26ba721941bedb8a91ef92e8775a
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:18.860Z
url:
https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/sharps-technology-reports-2691-million-in-assets-after-sol-accumulation-432SI-4598051


title: Oil prices dive after US-Iran ceasefire agreement; focus turns to Friday's negotiations
published_at: 2026-04-08T08:15:28Z
hash: 7c7d44a79d9398094e0b124275b6cf952fc4fbbfd186a7206b7ea17b0a19dd5c
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.717Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/oil-prices-dive-after-us-iran-ceasefire-agreement-focus-turns-to-fridays-negotiations-20260408/

summary:
FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWOil prices dived today after Trump announced on Truth Social a two-sided ceasefire agreement for two weeks while the US and Iran negotiate a lasting peace deal. The ceasefire included the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as condition. The discussions will begin on Friday in Islamabad and may be extended if both parties agree. There’s still a risk that the war could restart any time as the US and Iran haven’t officially ended the hostilities. Nonetheless, the bias has now turned bearish for crude oil given Iran’s acceptance of the ceasefire despite being against it for a long time. This will likely keep expectations positive for the negotiations.It goes without saying that if the negotiations fail and the conflict resumes, oil prices will quickly rise back to pre-ceasefire levels and might even extend into new highs. CRUDE OIL TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that crude oil plummeted into the 93.00 support zone before pulling back a bit. That’s where the buyers stepped back in with a defined risk below the support to position for a rally into new highs. The sellers, on the other hand, will look for a break to increase the bearish bets into new lows.CRUDE OIL TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, we can see the price rejected several times the upper bound of the channel and eventually dropped quickly to the bottom trendline following the ceasefire announcement. Again, we can expect the buyers to step in around the support and the lower bound of the channel to position for a rally back into the top trendline, while the sellers will look for a break lower to extend the drop into new lows.CRUDE OIL TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, we can see the price is trading at the lower bound of the average daily range for today. In such instances, we can generally see some consolidation or a pullback before the next move.UPCOMING CATALYSTSTomorrow we get the US PCE price index and the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US CPI report and the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment survey. As a reminder, we have also the US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad on Friday. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

guid:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/oil-prices-dive-after-us-iran-ceasefire-agreement-focus-turns-to-fridays-negotiations-20260408/


title: Silver looks to come up for air as market mood picks up on US-Iran ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:36:31Z
hash: a238467aee042a135b33782e36589b694b2fdd15cb693fd7a4f5e6b732356054
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.742Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/silver-looks-to-come-up-for-air-as-market-mood-picks-up-on-us-iran-ceasefire-20260408/

summary:
The risk-on wave across broader markets is helping to see a strong bounce in precious metals today. That as hope springs eternal after the US and Iran agrees to a two-week ceasefire in trying to work out a more lasting peace in the region.Typically, fading geopolitical tensions tend to be a negative for the likes of gold and silver. However, this whole episode has been a bit of a reverse. As explained before, gold and silver positioning consisted largely of leveraged trades before the US-Iran conflict started. It was the risky of all risky bets.So the negative drag from the conflict led to leveraged selling as both equities and bonds were heavily liquidated. Think from the perspective of big funds needing to meet margin calls, while trying to ride out the storm until it passes.Hence, the rebound here ties to the fact that market sentiment is picking up and the positive news also means that perhaps major central banks may not need be overly aggressive in pivoting to interest rate hikes. That is also one helpful factor benefiting precious metals in the rebound.The technical chart is getting quite interesting as well for silver at the moment. The precious metal is seeing a solid bounce today and is now creeping above its 100-day moving average (red line). The key level is seen at $76.11 currently. So, hold above that and buyers will be able to establish a platform in chasing a renewed upside leg. But keep below that, and sellers will still have a spot to lean on in trying to keep the pressure up.So, that's the key line in the sand to watch as market sentiment also looks to turn around. If the positive mood keeps up, the push above the key technical line above will be a good tailwind for silver prices to jump further in coming up for air. So, just watch out for that.But for the time being, it all hinges on US-Iran developments and further headline risks. And as mentioned earlier here, this ceasefire interpretation might not be that straightforward. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: Germany March construction PMI 48.0 vs 43.7 prior
url: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-march-construction-pmi-480-vs-437-prior-20260408/
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:30:05Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-march-construction-pmi-480-vs-437-prior-20260408/
hash: bfb9623066665e1791f8a11c9484d3d019b5367973cf5a7ccd7043dbd3baa950
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.744Z
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While overall business activity picked up in March, it belies the underlying mood in the sector as input cost inflation posts a record rise on the month. The pick up is helped by an improved mood in housing activity, posting its shallowest decline so far this year. In turn, that makes commercial activity the weakest-performing segment in March.That being said, the latest survey showed a sharp deterioration in constructors' expectations for activity over the coming year. And that comes after having hit a six-year high in February. Of note, panellists reported concerns about demand and steep cost increases. That isn't a surprise considering the latest Middle East developments.On the latter, the rate of input price inflation faced by German construction companies rose sharply in March, recording its most marked one-month jump in the series history. This took it to its highest level since October 2022 and well above its long-run average. Trouble, trouble.HCOB notes that:"Whilst there were signs of improvement on the activity front in March, with housing work showing a much slower rate of decline and civil engineering enjoying stronger growth, several of the survey's other indicators flashed warning signals about the sector's prospects in the coming months. For a start, inflows of new orders continued falling at an accelerating rate, with existing headwinds to demand from economic uncertainty and already-high price levels being exacerbated by the outbreak of war in the Middle East. "The construction sector has followed manufacturing in seeing a record month-on-month rise in its input prices index, underscoring the immediate spike in cost pressures that's rippled through the economy from the Middle East war. "The dual concerns over weaker demand and sharply rising prices have hit business confidence and put paid to the green shoots of optimism seen at the start of the year." This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: The US Dollar sinks on the US-Iran ceasefire agreement; USDJPY approaches a key support
published_at: 2026-04-08T07:21:33Z
hash: d3dd13635bae9673c7ef3aa24fb8d277f89b6f2407374334cd368ae116060e75
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.758Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/forex/the-us-dollar-sinks-on-the-us-iran-ceasefire-agreement-usdjpy-approaches-a-key-support-20260408/

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FUNDAMENTAL OVERVIEWUSD:The US dollar sold off across the board today after Trump announced on Truth Social a two-sided ceasefire agreement for two weeks while the US and Iran negotiate a lasting peace deal. The discussions will begin on Friday in Islamabad and may be extended if both parties agree. Given the de-escalation, the risk sentiment in the markets turned around quickly and risk assets got heavily bid. As you would expect, traders went back to price in rate cuts for the Fed with now 14 bps of easing expected by year-end compared to basically zero before the ceasefire announcement. There’s still a risk that the war could restart any time as the US and Iran haven’t officially ended the hostilities. Nonetheless, the bias has now turned bearish for the dollar as traders look forward to a lasting peace deal.JPY:On the JPY side, the currency strengthened just because of dollar weakness as the Japanese macro conditions haven’t really changed that much. The drop in oil prices and the expected resumption of traffic in the Strait of Hormuz might ease growth concerns since Japan is heavily reliant on imported energy. This should support the stock market and lift business sentiment. Looking ahead, the market is pricing in a 50% chance of a BoJ hike in April. The central bank is more likely to hold interest rates steady and let things settle after the conclusion of the US-Iran war (that’s if it really ends in the next two weeks). The BoJ could signal a rate hike in June though if they think they have the right conditions in place. USDJPY TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – DAILY TIMEFRAMEOn the daily chart, we can see that USDJPY is approaching the key 157.65 support. That’s where we can expect the buyers to step in with a defined risk below the support to position for a rally into the 162.00 handle. The sellers, on the other hand, will look for a break lower to increase the bearish bets into the major trendline around the 155.00 level. USDJPY TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 4 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 4 hour chart, there’s not much we can add here given the strong move to the downside. At the moment, the natural target for the sellers is the support around the 157.65 level. That’s where we either get a bounce or a break. USDJPY TECHNICAL ANALYSIS – 1 HOUR TIMEFRAMEOn the 1 hour chart, we can see that the price is trading way below the lower bound of the average daily range for today. In such instances, we can generally see some consolidation or a pullback before the next move, although given the strength of today’s catalyst, we might see the price fall further into the support before a pullback. UPCOMING CATALYSTSToday we have the FOMC meeting minutes. Tomorrow, we get the US PCE price index and the latest US Jobless Claims figures. On Friday, we conclude the week with the US CPI report and the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment survey. As a reminder, we have also the US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad on Friday. This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.

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title: French trade deficit widens in February ahead of the Middle East conflict
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:53:54Z
hash: edbd9eba0d1495d62727176b71dbc6cfbb84c59851f644089f697d31c9c090c0
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.793Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/french-trade-deficit-widens-in-february-ahead-of-the-middle-east-conflict-20260408/

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In February 2026, the French trade balance showed a sharp decline of €3.8 billion to reflect a deficit of €5.8 billion. That owes to a significant increase in imports by €2.6 billion and a decrease in exports of only €1.2 billion.Looking at the details, the increase in imports was driven by higher imports of natural hydrocarbons (€0.8 billion), transport equipment (€0.7 billion), and pharmaceuticals (€0.5 billion), particularly from China.Meanwhile, the drop in exports came from a marked decrease in electricity exports (-€0.4 billion) and aerospace industry products (-€0.3 billion).Overall, energy imports increased by €0.6 billion on the month but are surely going to surge even greater in March amid the Middle East conflict. That will recreate the sort of trend in the trade balance that we saw during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. So, just be wary of that in the months ahead. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: What are the main events for today?
url: https://investinglive.com/news/what-are-the-main-events-for-today-20260408/
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:23:15Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/what-are-the-main-events-for-today-20260408/
hash: fc26be72bbbbbc218465c6bf4a47569c5a3fa4fc8761087e9b04486c2f2c94ff
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.804Z
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EUROPEAN SESSIONIn the European session, we don't have much on the agenda other than a couple of low tier releases like the Swiss unemployment rate and the Eurozone retail sales. None of the data is going to change anything for the respective central banks, so the market reaction will likely be muted.The markets are currently in a risk-on mood following the US-Iran ceasefire agreement. The parties agreed to stop the conflict for two weeks while they negotiate a lasting peace deal. The discussions will begin on Friday, April 10th in Islamabad and may be extended if both sides agree.AMERICAN SESSION In the American session, the only highlight is the FOMC meeting minutes report. This is a market-moving release but the reactions are almost always faded because it's generally stale by the time it comes out, and more so today that the US and Iran have reached a ceasefire agreement. CENTRAL BANK SPEAKERS17:05 GMT/13:05 ET - Fed's Daly (neutral - non voter) This article was written by Giuseppe Dellamotta at investinglive.com.


title: UK March Halifax house prices -0.5% vs +0.1% m/m expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/uk-march-halifax-house-prices-05-vs-01-mm-expected-20260408/
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:07:02Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/uk-march-halifax-house-prices-05-vs-01-mm-expected-20260408/
hash: 662ed60b8ae833df61ec629dd3e7433e2edc517c22cfc9b746c2d477485e68d0
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.814Z
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Prior +0.3%UK house prices dipped a little in March, with the average property price now seen at £299,677. That also sees the annual house price growth slow to 0.8%, down from 1.2% in February. That shows the market has long some bounce going into the spring season but perhaps relative economic uncertainty from the events in the Middle East is also weighing.Halifax notes that:"Concerns about higher energy prices have pushed up inflation expectations, which in turn led to a rise in mortgage rates, reducing confidence that interest rates will be cut this year and dampening the initial momentum in the market seen at the start of the year."Adding that:“The effect on house prices will largely depend on how long‑lasting these pressures prove to be and the wider implications for the economy and unemployment. Mortgage rates are a key factor for buyers, particularly those getting on the ladder for the first time, who are already balancing the challenge of saving a deposit, with the cost of borrowing. As a result, many are likely to watch movements in mortgage rates closely, before making a decision on any home purchase. In this environment, professional advice can play an important role in helping people understand their options and make informed decisions that are right for their individual circumstances.However, the recent increase in UK mortgage rates has been more modest than the sharp rises seen during the mini budget of 2022. Further, many households will already be on fixed deals, protecting them from the latest rate rises. Taking all this into account, house prices may prove resilient, even if uncertainty weighs on market activity in the near term." This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: Germany February industrial orders +0.9% vs +2.0% m/m expected
url: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-february-industrial-orders-09-vs-20-mm-expected-20260408/
published_at: 2026-04-08T06:00:12Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/germany-february-industrial-orders-09-vs-20-mm-expected-20260408/
hash: a4f70cabaa09681bd6992483cd924df7fc7f788ade5e09330616fbd52253e6d8
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.815Z
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Prior -11.1%The February reading marks a minor bounce after the sharp drop in January, which at the time owed to a steep drop in the orders for the manufacture of metal products (-39.4%). That of course follows up from the sharp jump in December (+29.7%) before that. So, it is essentially some normalisation in the data after months of volatile orders having an effect.If you exclude large orders from the latest data, German factory orders were actually 3.5% in February compared to January. In the less volatile three-month comparison though, new orders in the three months to February were still down 0.8% than in the preceeding three months.Looking at the details, new orders in the automotive industry helped to underpin the bounce in February with 3.8% growth alongside a notable jump in the textile industry (+45.2%). That is however offset by a decline in other vehicle manufacturing (aircraft, ships, trains, military vehicles), which saw a 25.9% drop.Foreign orders were the ones contributing the most, seen up 4.7% on the month. Meanwhile, domestic orders were seen down 4.4% on the month. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: FX option expiries for 8 April 10am New York cut
url: https://investinglive.com/Orders/fx-option-expiries-for-8-april-10am-new-york-cut-20260408/
published_at: 2026-04-08T04:57:42Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/Orders/fx-option-expiries-for-8-april-10am-new-york-cut-20260408/
hash: b2bd0e8d6001689b8541645ed78a6c77dbba0413dc18dd1ad38560f0439a3b48
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.815Z
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There is arguably just one to take note of on the day, as highlighted in bold below.That being for EUR/USD at the 1.1700 level. The expiries don't tie to any technical significance, so I would wager that their relative impact will be minimal to none on a day like this.As things stand, the broader market reaction to the latest US-Iran headlines is the only game in town. A two-week ceasefire looks to be convincing markets that all is well in the world again, with oil prices plummeting and risk trades ramping up. That is seeing the dollar slide across the board with EUR/USD rising to a five-week high.The pair is now running up against the confluence of key resistance from the 100 and 200-day moving averages, seen at 1.1672-85 currently. That for me is the bigger hurdle in terms of limiting upside price action for the time being. Keep below that and sellers are still in a with a shout. But break above the key technical layer, and buyers can start to talk about revisiting the 1.1800 to 1.2000 region again.That sums up what trading sentiment is going to be all about in the coming day or two. It's all on the risk mood and how broader markets are taking to the ceasefire news and if this bout of optimism can stick.As such, the impact of any major option expiries will be quite muted unless market volatility settles down a bit more in the coming days.For more information on how to use this data, you may refer to this post here.Head on over to investingLive (formerly ForexLive) to get in on the know! This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.


title: Risk-on wave tides over markets as US, Iran agree to a two-week ceasefire
published_at: 2026-04-08T04:25:58Z
hash: c76c1d46a527150173c2ff437f45adb9688f89f367d5cd897ae9fc0562c042b0
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.816Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/risk-on-wave-tides-over-markets-as-us-iran-agree-to-a-two-week-ceasefire-20260408/

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Well, here we go again. Another two-week ceasefire but this time around, it seems like there is a better feeling that the war is slowly winding down. And perhaps more importantly, this time Iran is also agreeing to it and coming to the negotiating table.US president Trump dropped the news overnight and that is seeing markets catch a massive risk-on wave. Oil prices have plummeted while stocks are rallying hard on the headlines, with bond yields falling off alongside the dollar.Here's a quick catch up of how things went since last night:US president Trump announces "double-sided" ceasefire for two weeksThis is conditional on the Strait of Hormuz "reopening"Iran confirms the ceasefire, with its 10-point proposal being the basis for talks to beginPakistan is the main mediator for negotiations, with likely backchannel support from ChinaFirst round of talks to take place in Islamabad on 10 AprilIran reportedly to allow for better passage through Strait of Hormuz in the meantimeWTI crude is down over 14% on the day now to $96.55. That marks the biggest drop since the Covid pandemic but in dollar terms, this is even greater than that - at least if held for now.And in turn, broader markets are rallying on renewed optimism that things will go back to "normal" soon enough. However, the question will be what exactly is this new "normal"?For now, there is an even bigger question as to how many ships will Iran allow passing through Hormuz and better yet, who are they letting pass?In the past week, there has been a noticeable pick up in activity. That is likely a gesture of goodwill ahead of talks and Iran gives Trump a few "gifts" to appeal to his better nature. Of note, Kpler data shows at least 45 commercial vessels have passed through the strait since Friday.It is very much still a single-digit average per day but better than the supposed 1-3 vessels passing through at one point last month.However, it is not all good news. Iran still maintains control over the strait and gets to decide who they let pass. For now, the pickup in activity seems to be mostly for vessels that are headed towards the likes of India (and China).And it was also reported yesterday that Qatar LNG tankers Al Daayen and Rasheeda had to turn back on 6 April after attempting to cross initially. Those two tankers were supposed to be among those Iran allowed to cross as part of the initial agreement last week, before this latest one.According to Kpler data with verification from Bloomberg and LSEG, no loaded LNG tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz since 28 February.While markets might be cheering on optimism on the news and headlines, do be reminded that this all needs to be backed up by ship tracking data at the end of the day. That works for both LNG and crude oil shipments.Otherwise, it is the same kind of thing as we have come to know with any "deal" with this US administration. Remember about the time China was supposed to buy up more US soybeans? Remember the whole Phase One trade deal fiasco? Yes, that "deal" was dead on arrival right from the get go.Markets quickly moved on and were able to sweep that all under the rug. I'm just afraid that with oil and gas being as impactful as it is, markets might not go unpunished in underestimating the reality of this particular situation.If Iran does allow for better passage through the strait, then sure there is scope to be optimistic. Otherwise, whatever is said today doesn't mean anything in the bigger picture.Actions speak louder than words. Watch for ship tracking data and who Iran is allowing to move through the strait. That is what will determine whether or not this ceasefire rally is justified. This article was written by Justin Low at investinglive.com.

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title: investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Two week pause/ceasefire sends oil plummeting
published_at: 2026-04-08T03:35:48Z
hash: 4ada7a042cca85ab200e4f78d116e163441f69b02b8e7d0ffcd40f285ded0d1d
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.818Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/investinglive-asia-pacific-fx-news-wrap-two-week-pauseceasefire-sends-oil-plummeting-20260408/

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RBNZ expands media outreach after hold decision amid uncertain outlook - Breman scheduleReports that Iran will allow only 10-15 ships / day to pass through Strait of HormuzReserve Bank of New Zealand leaves its cash rate unchanged at 2.25%, as expectedBank of Korea seen holding rates on April 10 as oil shock lifts inflation risksPBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 6.8680 (vs. estimate at 6.8369)Israel wary of ceasefire, raising doubts over US-Iran truce durabilityMarket rejoicing continues: Oil down, gold up. USD down, equities up.Japan real wages jump most in five years, boosting BoJ hike expectationsIran confirms US talks, says ceasefire hinges on finalising 10-point dealAnthropic warns new AI model could accelerate cyberattacks, refuses releaseTrump ceasefire announcement still to be agreed to by Iran. Markets rejoicing though.TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKSMarkets expect an incoming TACO. Oil down, equities up.Fed’s Jefferson flags inflation risks, labour market vulnerability amid oil shockRBNZ to hold. Oil shock lifts inflation outlook but weak growth tempers response (preview)Media: “Some good news is expected from both sides soon” - citing CNNIran's largest aluminium producer IRALCO has been hit in an airstrikeRBNZ set to hold as it looks through oil shock, watches inflation persistence risksIran military command say its attacks will deprive the world of the region's oil for yearsinvestingLive Americas market news wrap: Some optimism as we near Trump's deadlineSummary:Trump announces two-week pause on Iran strikes to allow negotiations US sees Iran’s 10-point proposal as workable framework Iran confirms talks via Pakistan, set for April 10 in Islamabad Oil drops sharply; USD weakens; equities and gold rally Doubts emerge over feasibility of Iran’s demands Unconfirmed reports suggest Hormuz transit may stay heavily restricted Israel signals ceasefire may not apply to Lebanon operations Fed’s Jefferson flags inflation risks and labour market vulnerability RBNZ holds, warns of inflation-growth trade-off amid oil shock Japan real wages surge, supporting further BoJ tighteningThe key development early in the session was U.S. President Donald Trump announcing via a Truth Social post that he would pause military strikes on Iran for two weeks to allow negotiations to proceed. Trump said Washington had received a 10-point proposal from Tehran and viewed it as a workable basis for a broader agreement, adding that many major sticking points had already been resolved. The two-week window is intended to finalise and formalise a longer-term deal.Iran subsequently confirmed it is engaging in negotiations, with state media reporting that its Supreme National Security Council had submitted the proposal via Pakistan. Talks are scheduled to begin on April 10 in Islamabad.Markets reacted immediately. Oil prices fell sharply, the USD weakened, while equities and gold moved higher. Those moves extended through the session and, for now, have largely held.That said, caution is warranted. Several elements of Iran’s reported demands appear difficult to reconcile, including the removal of all sanctions, continued support for regional proxies, and greater control over the Strait of Hormuz, including the possibility of transit fees framed as compensation.Adding to uncertainty, unconfirmed reports later in the session suggested that Hormuz traffic could be capped at just 10–15 vessels per day during the ceasefire period. If accurate, that would represent little improvement on current flow levels and would do little to alleviate the backlog of roughly 800 vessels believed to be stuck in the Gulf. In effect, such a cap would imply that the logistical bottleneck remains largely intact despite the ceasefire.Further complicating the picture, Israel indicated that the ceasefire does not apply to its operations in Lebanon, highlighting the risk that regional tensions could persist even as U.S.-Iran negotiations progress.Despite these caveats, the initial market reaction has held for now, suggesting investors are leaning toward a de-escalation scenario, at least in the near term.Away from geopolitics, central bank messaging reflected the same uncertain backdrop. Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson struck a cautious tone, noting rising inflation risks alongside growing downside risks to the labour market, underscoring the difficult policy trade-off ahead.The Reserve Bank of New Zealand kept its cash rate at 2.25%, acknowledging that the Middle East conflict has materially shifted the outlook, with inflation set to rise sharply even as growth weakens. The Bank reiterated its focus on medium-term inflation and signalled it stands ready to act if needed.In data, Japan’s February wage figures surprised to the upside, with real wages rising at their fastest pace in five years, strengthening the case for further tightening from the Bank of Japan. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: RBNZ expands media outreach after hold decision amid uncertain outlook - Breman schedule
published_at: 2026-04-08T02:48:45Z
hash: ef4d7eb1033a273210feedbdc5b93b2eca72003f4b7e20b442550307bba1f2e9
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.866Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/rbnz-expands-media-outreach-after-hold-decision-amid-uncertain-outlook-breman-schedule-20260408/

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Summary:RBNZ expands post-MPR communication with multiple media appearances Governor Breman scheduled across domestic and global outlets Follows decision to hold OCR at 2.25% amid heightened uncertainty Aims to reinforce policy messaging and manage expectations Reflects need for clarity amid rising inflation and weaker growth Signals broader push toward transparency and engagement RBNZ post-MPR media scheduleThe Reserve Bank of New Zealand is stepping up its post-decision communication strategy following its April 8 Monetary Policy Review, with Governor Anna Breman scheduled for a series of high-profile media appearances in the days after the rate decision.The expanded media schedule comes after the RBNZ opted to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%, while flagging a significantly more uncertain outlook driven by the Middle East conflict and associated energy shock. Against that backdrop, the central bank appears keen to reinforce its policy message and manage market expectations more actively through direct engagement.Governor Breman will begin with a domestic audience on the evening of April 8, speaking with Newstalk ZB shortly after the policy decision. This will be followed by a busy slate of interviews on April 9, including appearances on Radio NZ and Newstalk ZB breakfast programs, before addressing a global financial audience via Bloomberg later that day. The communication push will culminate with a weekend appearance on TVNZ’s Q+A program.The breadth of outlets, spanning local radio, international financial media and weekend political programming, suggests a deliberate effort to reach multiple audiences, including households, businesses, and global investors. This reflects the heightened uncertainty currently facing the economy and the need for clear guidance on how the RBNZ is interpreting the evolving inflation and growth outlook.The timing is notable. With inflation expected to rise in the near term while growth weakens, the RBNZ faces a delicate balancing act. Policymakers must communicate that they are willing to “look through” temporary energy-driven inflation while remaining vigilant to the risk of more persistent price pressures. Any misinterpretation could lead to an unwanted tightening in financial conditions or a drift in inflation expectations.The expanded communication approach also aligns with a broader shift toward transparency, with the introduction of post-MPR press conferences and more frequent engagement with the media. In the current environment, where markets are highly sensitive to geopolitical developments and policy signals, this strategy is likely aimed at anchoring expectations and reducing volatility.Ultimately, the increased visibility of the Governor underscores the importance the RBNZ places on communication as a policy tool in its own right, particularly at a time when the outlook is unusually uncertain and risks are skewed in both directions. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Reports that Iran will allow only 10-15 ships / day to pass through Strait of Hormuz
published_at: 2026-04-08T02:13:23Z
hash: 30779d04368409a17f726e63caef49b14a1f8c6ebf9313f03dd64b3d100adcdf
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.868Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/reports-that-iran-will-allow-only-10-15-ships-day-to-pass-through-strait-of-hormuz-20260408/

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This via Twitter:"During the two-week ceasefire, only about 10 to 15 ships will be permitted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz with Iran's approval, in coordination with the IRGC Navy and after payment of tolls, and the United States is committed to releasing all of Iran's frozen assets. The Strait of Hormuz will in no way, even after a final agreement, be "open" as it was before. During this period, negotiations will be held based on Iran's 10-point plan, the details of which are referenced in the text of the Supreme National Security Council's statement. In the event of no agreement, the war will resume."---These new details, if accurate, surrounding the proposed ceasefire between the United States and Iran suggest that any reopening of the Strait of Hormuz may be far more restrictive than initially understood, raising concerns that global energy flows could remain structurally constrained even during a pause in hostilities.According to emerging information tied to Iran’s negotiating position, vessel traffic through the Strait would be tightly controlled during the two-week ceasefire period. Only a limited number of ships, potentially as few as 10 to 15, would be permitted to transit daily, subject to approval from Iranian authorities and coordination with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy. Ships may also be required to pay transit fees, marking a significant shift from the Strait’s traditional status as an open international waterway.Critically, the proposal suggests that even under a final agreement, the Strait may not return to its previous state of unrestricted navigation. This introduces the possibility of a longer-term structural change to one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints, through which roughly a fifth of global oil supply typically flows.The restrictions appear to form part of Iran’s broader 10-point proposal, which is currently under negotiation with the United States and is expected to be discussed in upcoming talks in Islamabad. The framework reportedly includes provisions not only on shipping and security coordination, but also on financial elements such as the release of Iran’s frozen assets.While the ceasefire has been framed as a de-escalation, these conditions highlight that the agreement is highly conditional and operationally complex. The limited flow of vessels raises immediate questions about supply bottlenecks, logistical delays, and the potential for continued upward pressure on energy prices—even in the absence of active conflict.Moreover, the proposal explicitly states that hostilities would resume if negotiations fail to produce a final agreement within the ceasefire window. This creates a binary outcome for markets: either a negotiated framework that reshapes regional energy dynamics, or a rapid return to military escalation.From a broader perspective, the development underscores that the conflict’s economic impact may persist even if fighting pauses. Rather than a clean resolution, the current trajectory points toward a more controlled and politicised energy transit regime, with Iran seeking to exert greater influence over flows through the Strait.For global markets, this represents a shift from a pure “war risk premium” toward a more entrenched structural supply risk, with implications for oil pricing, inflation expectations, and geopolitical stability. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Reserve Bank of New Zealand leaves its cash rate unchanged at 2.25%, as expected
published_at: 2026-04-08T02:01:10Z
hash: 09c6546ee4b1c73574eed43a948b2917f9f3d6865aee1fb4988a0491dbf900a4
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.870Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-leaves-its-cash-rate-unchanged-at-225-as-expected-20260408/

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more to come- Full statement etc. here. Summery:RBNZ holds OCR at 2.25% amid Middle East-driven shock Inflation set to rise sharply, peaking around 4.2% near term Growth outlook weakens as energy costs hit demand Policy focused on medium-term inflation and expectations Financial conditions already tightening domestically Risks skewed to stagflation: higher inflation, weaker growth RBNZ signals readiness to hike if inflation persistsIn brief:Policy decision and contextThe Reserve Bank of New Zealand Monetary Policy Committee agreed to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%, as escalating geopolitical developments have materially shifted the economic outlook. Since the February Monetary Policy Statement, the conflict in the Middle East has significantly altered the balance of risks, with policymakers now facing a more complex trade-off: near-term inflation is expected to rise sharply, while economic activity is set to weaken. The Committee emphasised it remains vigilant to broader inflation pressures and stands ready to act if needed to ensure inflation returns to target over the medium term.Global backdrop: supply shock and financial volatilityThe conflict has triggered a major global supply shock, disrupting energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz and pushing up oil and refined product prices. These developments are feeding through into global supply chains, lifting inflation while weighing on growth across many economies.Financial markets have reacted with heightened volatility. Equity markets have declined in several regions, bond yields have risen, and the US dollar has strengthened, reflecting expectations of weaker global growth and tighter financial conditions.Despite these pressures, most major central banks have so far opted to keep policy rates unchanged, mirroring the uncertainty surrounding the duration and impact of the shock.Global inflation and growth outlookGlobal inflation, which had been trending lower, is now expected to reaccelerate in the near term due to higher energy costs, while growth momentum weakens. The impact is particularly acute for energy-importing economies, including many of New Zealand’s key trading partners in Asia.However, outcomes are expected to vary across countries depending on starting conditions, fiscal responses, and economic resilience, suggesting divergent monetary policy paths ahead.Domestic inflation outlookIn New Zealand, inflation is already above target and set to rise further. Annual CPI stood at 3.1% in Q4 2025, and the RBNZ now expects inflation to increase to around 3.0% in Q1 2026 and 4.2% in Q2, driven largely by higher fuel costs and spillovers into transport, food and other energy-sensitive components. The outlook remains highly uncertain, hinging on the evolution of the conflict and the persistence of supply disruptions. While futures markets imply some easing in oil prices later this year, the Committee sees risks skewed to higher prices.Domestic economic activityEconomic growth was already fragile prior to the shock, with GDP rising just 0.2% in Q4 2025. Although early indicators suggested a modest recovery, the conflict is now expected to dampen activity in the near term.Higher fuel costs are eroding household purchasing power and compressing business margins, while uncertainty is weighing on investment decisions. Recent data and business feedback indicate slowing activity and declining confidence, with some firms already passing on higher costs through surcharges, while others struggle to do so.Inflation dynamics and policy focusThe Committee reiterated that its focus remains firmly on medium-term inflation. The key issue is whether higher energy costs feed into broader wage- and price-setting behaviour, potentially leading to persistent inflation.Short-term inflation expectations are rising, but the RBNZ expects second-round effects to be limited by weak demand and spare capacity in the economy. This contrasts with 2022, when strong demand amplified inflation pressures following earlier global shocks.Maintaining anchored inflation expectations near 2% is critical. If core inflation or wage growth accelerates materially, the Bank signalled it would respond decisively.Financial conditionsDomestic financial conditions have already tightened since February. Wholesale interest rates have risen, mortgage rates have increased modestly, and the New Zealand dollar has weakened, adding to imported inflation pressures while providing some support to exporters.Liquidity conditions in local markets have also contributed to upward pressure on yields, reinforcing the tightening impulse.Risk assessmentThe Committee highlighted significant uncertainty and a wide range of possible outcomes.On the inflation side, risks include more persistent supply disruptions and a broader shift in pricing behaviour, which could lift core inflation and inflation expectations.On the growth side, risks include a sharper downturn in household spending, rising unemployment, and constrained business activity, particularly if access to key inputs such as fuel or fertiliser is disrupted.The balance of risks is asymmetric, with the potential for both higher inflation and weaker growth—effectively a stagflationary mix.Policy outlook and forward guidanceThe Committee debated the timing and magnitude of any future policy response. A pre-emptive tightening could help anchor expectations and limit second-round effects, potentially reducing the need for more aggressive hikes later.However, acting too early risks exacerbating the downturn in activity and employment, particularly if the inflation shock proves temporary.Ultimately, the Committee judged that holding the OCR steady best balances these competing risks at this stage. It will continue to monitor incoming data closely and stands ready to act decisively if inflation expectations begin to drift. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Bank of Korea seen holding rates on April 10 as oil shock lifts inflation risks
published_at: 2026-04-08T01:20:55Z
hash: b4dea155d82722860a40e7c4f85ce7bd1111937cee632591750ec4b30248cd23
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.874Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/bank-of-korea-seen-holding-rates-on-april-10-as-oil-shock-lifts-inflation-risks-20260408/

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Bank of Korea set to hold on April 10 as oil shock clouds inflation and growth outlook.Summary:Bank of Korea expected to hold rates at 2.50% on April 10 Reuters poll shows unanimous no-change expectation Rates seen on hold through 2026 amid uncertainty Oil prices surge over 50%, lifting inflation risks Korea highly exposed to energy imports from Gulf Inflation trending above target, forecasts revised higher Growth outlook clouded by energy shock and weaker wonThe Bank of Korea is widely expected to keep its base rate unchanged at 2.50% at its April 10 policy meeting, as policymakers grapple with heightened uncertainty stemming from the Iran war and its impact on inflation and growth.A Reuters poll of 31 economists showed unanimous expectations for no change at the upcoming decision, with the policy rate also seen remaining on hold through the rest of 2026. The outlook reflects a cautious stance from the central bank as it assesses the economic fallout from surging energy prices and broader geopolitical instability.Since the escalation of the conflict, oil prices have risen sharply—by more than 50%—posing a significant challenge for South Korea, which is heavily reliant on energy imports, with roughly 70% sourced from the Gulf region. This leaves the economy particularly exposed to sustained energy price shocks, with implications for both inflation and domestic demand.Recent inflation data has already shown some upward pressure. Consumer prices rose 2.2% year-on-year in March, slightly above the Bank of Korea’s 2% target, while forecasts now point to inflation averaging around 2.4% in 2026—higher than earlier projections. The near-term outlook suggests inflation could accelerate further, with expectations for 2.6% this quarter.At the same time, growth risks are building. The central bank had previously upgraded its 2026 growth forecast to 2.0%, but that was based on significantly lower oil price assumptions. With energy costs now elevated and the Korean won weakening—down around 4% since the conflict began—there is increasing concern that imported inflation could rise while economic activity softens.The Bank of Korea is therefore expected to emphasise a balanced and flexible policy approach. Policymakers are likely to signal that they are monitoring both downside risks to growth and upside risks to inflation, rather than committing to a clear tightening or easing path. Updated forecasts are not expected at this meeting, but forward guidance may provide clues on how the Bank is reassessing the outlook.For now, the consensus view is that the central bank will remain on hold, waiting for greater clarity on how persistent the energy-driven inflation shock proves to be. However, the risks appear skewed, with a prolonged conflict potentially forcing policymakers to confront a more difficult trade-off between stabilising prices and supporting growth. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: PBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 6.8680 (vs. estimate at 6.8369)
published_at: 2026-04-08T01:16:43Z
hash: 981d103dd6b339c281dde15050b2c728419e30a909e76df31ec4ccf4c79e9e41
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.874Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/pboc-sets-usd-cny-central-rate-at-68680-vs-estimate-at-68369-20260408/

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The PBOC allows the yuan to fluctuate within a +/- 2% range, around this reference rate. The rate today at 6.8680 is the strongest for CNY since 17 April 2023.PBOC injects 500mn yuan via 78pday reverse repos in open market operates today. Unchanged rate of 1.4%. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Israel wary of ceasefire, raising doubts over US-Iran truce durability
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:51:45Z
hash: b2582cfc3abb43ae4133c0d9952222ebc877939af1ad2db0db64fc186aa07e75
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.876Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/israel-wary-of-ceasefire-raising-doubts-over-us-iran-truce-durability-20260408/

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Israel’s reluctance casts doubt on ceasefire durability despite US-Iran progress.Summary:Israel signals reluctance to fully embrace US-Iran ceasefire, according to CNN Will follow US lead but still has additional military targets Iran demands include limits on Israeli operations against proxies Ceasefire described as tactical, not a final peace deal Talks to continue in Islamabad within tight timeline Historical precedent suggests ceasefires may not hold Israel seen as key swing factor in whether truce enduresIsraeli officials are signalling unease with the newly announced ceasefire between the United States and Iran, raising fresh doubts over whether the fragile truce will hold despite apparent diplomatic progress.According to sources cited in a CNN report , Israel is expected to follow Washington’s lead and adhere to the ceasefire, but is doing so reluctantly. Officials reportedly remain concerned that the agreement could constrain ongoing military operations, particularly as Israel still has additional targets it intends to pursue.This hesitation introduces a critical fault line in the ceasefire framework. While the agreement is being presented as a “double-sided” pause in hostilities, Israeli reluctance highlights the risk that alignment between key actors may be incomplete. Historically, similar ceasefires in conflict zones such as Gaza and Ukraine have proven difficult to sustain, often breaking down amid competing strategic objectives and mistrust between parties.A central sticking point appears to be Iran’s demands around regional dynamics, particularly calls for an end to Israeli operations against groups such as Hezbollah and other Iran-aligned actors. These provisions strike at the core of Israel’s security strategy, raising questions over whether it would fully commit to restrictions that limit its operational freedom.At the same time, the ceasefire is explicitly described as a tactical pause rather than a definitive peace agreement. Negotiations are expected to continue in Islamabad, with both sides working toward a broader settlement within a compressed timeframe. However, the conditions attached to the deal, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and unresolved disagreements over regional security arrangements, underscore the complexity of the negotiations.There are also broader concerns that the underlying drivers of the conflict remain unresolved. Analysts note that significant damage has already been inflicted on regional energy infrastructure, and that economic and geopolitical tensions remain elevated. In this context, the ceasefire may serve more as a temporary de-escalation than a durable turning point.Ultimately, the key question for markets and policymakers alike is whether Israel’s cautious participation evolves into full compliance—or whether its strategic priorities lead to renewed military action. With multiple parties involved and trust in short supply, the ceasefire’s durability remains highly uncertain, leaving the risk of escalation firmly in play. ----I think there are a number of issues that are going to give wider concerns:removal of sanctionssupport for proxies to be kepyIran to control of Hormuz and charge a $2mn transit feeI can't see those terms being acceptable. ---Trump has already taken aim at CNN for this report. But he would, wouldn't he? This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.8369 – Reuters estimate
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:23:14Z
hash: 699058fed4d4649a6f628b17095e5efdb2428aa61d3fb48542fdcb79a46bfd38
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.877Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/pboc-is-expected-to-set-the-usdcny-reference-rate-at-68369-reuters-estimate-20260408/

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The big news so far today:TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKSIran confirms US talks, says ceasefire hinges on finalising 10-point deal---Meanwhile, other news continues. The People’s Bank of China is due to set the daily USD/CNY reference rate at around 0115 GMT (2115 US Eastern time), a fixing that remains one of the most closely watched signals in Asian foreign exchange markets. China operates a managed floating exchange rate system, under which the renminbi (yuan) is allowed to trade within a prescribed band around a central reference rate, or midpoint, set each trading day by the PBOC. The current trading band permits the currency to move plus or minus 2% from the official midpoint during onshore trading hours. Each morning, the PBOC determines the midpoint based on a range of inputs. These include the previous day’s closing price, movements in major currencies, particularly the US dollar, broader international FX conditions, and domestic economic considerations such as capital flows, growth momentum and financial stability objectives. The midpoint is not a purely mechanical calculation, allowing policymakers discretion to guide market expectations. Once the midpoint is announced, onshore USD/CNY is free to trade within the allowable band. If market pressures push the yuan toward either edge of that range, the central bank may step in to smooth volatility. Intervention can take the form of direct buying or selling of yuan, adjustments to liquidity conditions, or guidance through state-owned banks. As a result, the daily fixing is often interpreted as a policy signal rather than just a technical reference point. A stronger-than-expected CNY midpoint is typically read as a sign the PBOC is leaning against depreciation pressure, while a weaker fixing for the CNY can indicate tolerance for a softer currency, often in response to dollar strength or domestic economic headwinds.In periods of heightened global volatility, such as shifts in US rate expectations, trade tensions or capital flow pressures, the fixing takes on added significance. For investors, it provides insight into Beijing’s currency priorities, balancing competitiveness, capital stability and financial market confidence.---Can't get enough cheeky sneaky oil updates! This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Market rejoicing continues: Oil down, gold up. USD down, equities up.
published_at: 2026-04-08T00:13:09Z
hash: c16cf5bad1906ad52fad68ad073e083f7ddab59f2470a7b9d44951fd43b1f049
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.881Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/market-rejoicing-continues-oil-down-gold-up-usd-down-equities-up-20260408/

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The news, ICYMI:TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKSIran confirms US talks, says ceasefire hinges on finalising 10-point dealJoy for now, with difficult negotiations ahead. How long will this tentative ceasefire last? Some are giving it 48 hours. Don't touch that dial! This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Japan real wages jump most in five years, boosting BoJ hike expectations
published_at: 2026-04-07T23:44:50Z
hash: 9a78990daeaa7012de1dc1ab2984a034f659867e7591b65d9bde3b19638fdf52
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.884Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/centralbank/japan-real-wages-jump-most-in-five-years-boosting-boj-hike-expectations-20260407/

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The big news is, of course:TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKSIran confirms US talks, says ceasefire hinges on finalising 10-point dealThis has taken the bid out of the USD, yen a beneficiary with USD/JPY back under 159.00. Meanwhile, on the data front from Japan ...Summary:Japan real wages +1.9% y/y, strongest in five years Second straight month of real wage growth Nominal wages +3.3% y/y, fastest in seven months Base pay growth strongest in ~34 years Wage growth outpaces inflation, boosting purchasing power Data supports BoJ case for further rate hikes Spring wage deals suggest more upside aheadJapan’s wage data for February delivered a significant upside surprise, with real wages rising at their fastest pace in five years, reinforcing the case for further policy tightening from the Bank of Japan.Government figures showed inflation-adjusted real wages climbed 1.9% year-on-year, accelerating sharply from a revised 0.7% gain in January and marking a second consecutive month of growth. The result represents the strongest increase since 2021 and signals a meaningful improvement in household purchasing power after a prolonged period of real income stagnation.Nominal wage growth also remained robust. Total cash earnings rose 3.3% year-on-year, the fastest pace in seven months, while base salaries—considered a key indicator of sustainable wage momentum—also increased 3.3%, the largest rise in nearly 34 years. For full-time workers, base pay climbed an even stronger 3.7%, underscoring broad-based gains across the labour market. Overtime pay, often viewed as a proxy for corporate activity, matched this pace with a 3.3% increase, while bonus-related special payments rebounded strongly.Importantly, wage growth outpaced inflation, with the consumer price measure used to calculate real wages rising just 1.4% in February, the slowest pace in four years. This reflects a combination of government subsidies and moderating price pressures, even as external risks—particularly energy prices linked to the Iran conflict—continue to cloud the outlook.The data strengthens the argument that Japan is moving closer to achieving a durable wage-price cycle, a key prerequisite for further rate hikes. Notably, the February figures precede the outcome of this year’s spring wage negotiations, which have already delivered pay increases above 5% for a third consecutive year, suggesting further upside to wage growth in coming months.For policymakers, the combination of rising real incomes and sustained nominal wage gains adds to confidence that inflation can be supported domestically, rather than relying on external cost pressures. Markets have increasingly priced in a rate hike at the Bank of Japan’s upcoming April meeting, and the latest data is likely to reinforce those expectations.However, uncertainty remains. While wage dynamics are improving, the broader economic backdrop—including global growth risks and energy-driven inflation volatility—will continue to influence the timing and pace of policy normalisation. Still, the direction of travel is becoming clearer, with Japan’s long-awaited wage recovery now firmly underway. ---Sneaky oil update: This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Iran confirms US talks, says ceasefire hinges on finalising 10-point deal
published_at: 2026-04-07T23:17:08Z
hash: 298424f1d82578c22f9ded2e6497e2c3677ef3bedd792f79dd25487cb638f259
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.887Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/iran-confirms-us-talks-says-ceasefire-hinges-on-finalising-10-point-deal-20260407/

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Earlier:TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKSTrump ceasefire announcement still to be agreed to by Iran. Markets rejoicing though.---Iran confirms talks with US, but warns ceasefire depends on final deal being reached.Summary:Iran confirms 10-point proposal submitted via Pakistan US-Iran talks set to begin April 10 in Islamabad Negotiations aimed at finalising deal within ~2 weeks Proposal includes Hormuz control, US withdrawal demands Iran stresses talks do not mean end of war Ceasefire remains conditional on agreement details Window for de-escalation open but fragileIran has confirmed it is engaging in negotiations with the United States following the proposed ceasefire, outlining a structured path toward talks while making clear that any end to the war remains conditional and far from guaranteed.According to Iranian state media, the country’s Supreme National Security Council said it had submitted a 10-point proposal to Washington via Pakistan, providing the basis for ongoing negotiations. The talks are set to begin on April 10 in Islamabad, aligning with earlier indications that Pakistan is acting as a key intermediary in the process.Iran signalled that the negotiations could extend beyond the initial timeline if both sides agree, but also emphasised that the objective is to translate what it described as “battlefield achievements” into political outcomes within a maximum timeframe of around two weeks. This aligns broadly with the ceasefire window proposed by Donald Trump, suggesting a coordinated—though still tentative—framework for de-escalation.Details of Iran’s proposal indicate significant demands remain on the table. These include controlled transit through the Strait of Hormuz under coordination with Iranian armed forces, an end to military action against Iran and its regional allies, and the withdrawal of US combat forces from bases across the region. These conditions underscore that, while talks are progressing, the gap between the two sides may still be substantial.Crucially, Iranian officials stressed that entering negotiations does not equate to the end of hostilities. They made clear that any formal conclusion to the war will depend on finalising details in line with the proposed framework, reinforcing the conditional nature of the ceasefire and the risk that fighting could resume if talks stall.Separate reporting from Axios confirmed that the first round of negotiations is scheduled for Friday in Islamabad, further solidifying expectations that the coming days will be critical in determining whether the diplomatic push gains traction.Taken together, the developments point to a narrow but meaningful window for de-escalation. However, the combination of ambitious demands, tight timelines, and persistent mistrust between the parties means the situation remains highly fluid. While markets may initially respond positively to signs of dialogue, the risk of setbacks remains elevated, particularly given the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz and the broader regional implications. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Anthropic warns new AI model could accelerate cyberattacks, refuses release
published_at: 2026-04-07T23:01:58Z
hash: 6ad8f064f3c126d4c5ec68942f12bdbac910644987c2f10757faddb1b30dd77c
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.890Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/news/anthropic-warns-new-ai-model-could-accelerate-cyberattacks-refuses-release-20260407/

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Anthropic warns its latest AI model could supercharge cyberattacks, refuses to release 'Claude Mythos'. Rushing to arm defenders first.Summary:Anthropic restricts release of new AI model over cyberattack risks Model given to major firms to strengthen defenses first AI agents could dramatically accelerate hacking speed and scale Concerns growing over widening gap between attackers and defenders Model reportedly finding vulnerabilities at unprecedented rates US officials briefed, highlighting national security implications Controlled rollout aims to prepare before broader AI proliferationAnthropic is moving cautiously with its latest artificial intelligence model, warning that its capabilities could significantly accelerate cyberattacks if widely released, even as it rolls out the technology to major corporations in a controlled effort to strengthen global cyber defenses.The model, known as “Claude Mythos Preview,” is being made available to a select group of leading firms; including Amazon, Apple, Microsoft and JPMorgan Chase, as well as cybersecurity specialists and infrastructure providers. The aim is to identify vulnerabilities in widely used systems before malicious actors can exploit them.Anthropic has deliberately held back from a public release, citing concerns that the model’s offensive capabilities could be misused by hackers or state actors. Internally and among policymakers, there is growing unease that tools like Mythos represent a step-change in cyber risk, enabling attacks to be executed at speeds and scales far beyond traditional human limitations.Experts say AI-driven agents could autonomously scan for weaknesses across vast systems and exploit them continuously, effectively compressing what once took teams of hackers days or weeks into minutes. That dynamic raises the prospect of a widening imbalance, where defensive capabilities struggle to keep pace with rapidly evolving offensive tools.Anthropic has already briefed senior US government officials on the model’s capabilities, underscoring the national security implications. The company is also supporting official testing, highlighting the degree to which advanced AI is now being treated as both a commercial technology and a strategic asset.Early indications suggest the model is highly effective. Anthropic claims Mythos has identified thousands of previously unknown software vulnerabilities in recent weeks—far exceeding the rate of traditional human-led discovery. While those figures remain unverified, they point to the scale at which AI could reshape the cybersecurity landscape. The core risk lies in accessibility. While Anthropic is attempting to get ahead of potential threats by arming defenders first, the broader trajectory is clear: increasingly powerful AI systems are likely to become more widely available over time. If that occurs without adequate safeguards, the gap between attackers and defenders could widen materially, raising the probability of more frequent, faster, and potentially more severe cyber incidents.For now, the controlled rollout reflects a race against time—strengthening digital defenses before the same capabilities inevitably proliferate more broadly. AI is back as the main threat to civilization. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: Trump ceasefire announcement still to be agreed to by Iran. Markets rejoicing though.
published_at: 2026-04-07T22:53:36Z
hash: 06c9e5aa06b142db66c722778a60f895d19a03584d28318e88a0b6d3e1197416
fetched_at: 2026-04-08T08:17:19.892Z
url:
https://investinglive.com/commodities/trump-ceasefire-announcement-still-to-be-agreed-to-by-iran-markets-rejoicing-though-20260407/

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Trump announced a ceasefire:TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKSNote this though, from Trump's statement (a 'truth' tweet):subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of HormuzThe White House adds that Israel has agreed to the temporary ceasefire. Awaiting the Iranian response now. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.

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title: TRUMP HAS AGREED TO SUSPEND IRAN BOMBING FOR TWO WEEKS
url: https://investinglive.com/news/trump-has-agreed-to-suspend-iran-bombing-for-two-weeks-20260407/
published_at: 2026-04-07T22:34:32Z
guid: https://investinglive.com/news/trump-has-agreed-to-suspend-iran-bombing-for-two-weeks-20260407/
hash: 7488d17af9509c033a6b94f44cd3648cbe3983a8ce918415bf8a09549c693f07
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Trump proposes two-week Iran ceasefire, signalling progress but leaving high risk of breakdown.Summary:Trump announces two-week ceasefire conditional on Hormuz reopening Claims US and Iran close to broader peace agreement 10-point Iranian proposal seen as workable negotiation basis Pakistan emerges as key intermediary in talks Ceasefire described as “double-sided” but conditional Significant risk remains that deal fails or fighting resumes Two-week window critical for shaping conflict trajectoryDonald Trump announced a proposed two-week ceasefire with Iran, marking a potentially pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict, though significant uncertainty remains around whether the pause will hold and translate into a durable agreement.In a statement, Trump said he had agreed to suspend planned US military strikes after discussions with Pakistan’s leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military chief Asim Munir. The pause is conditional on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy artery, and forms part of what Trump described as a “double-sided ceasefire.”The announcement suggests that negotiations between Washington and Tehran may be further advanced than previously understood. Trump indicated that the US has received a 10-point proposal from Iran and believes it provides a workable framework for a broader agreement. He added that many of the key areas of dispute have already been resolved, with the two-week window intended to finalise and formalise a longer-term deal.Importantly, Trump framed the move as coming from a position of strength, stating that US military objectives have already been met or exceeded. He also emphasised that discussions are progressing toward what he described as a “definitive agreement” on long-term peace with Iran and broader stability in the Middle East.However, the path forward remains highly uncertain. The ceasefire is conditional and time-limited, leaving open the risk that hostilities could quickly resume if negotiations falter or if either side perceives the other as failing to meet commitments—particularly around the reopening of Hormuz. Markets have repeatedly seen similar pauses or diplomatic overtures fail to hold, especially in a conflict where messaging from both sides has often been inconsistent.The involvement of Pakistan highlights the growing role of intermediaries in attempting to de-escalate the conflict, though it also underscores the complexity of the diplomatic landscape. For now, the proposed ceasefire offers a window for negotiations, but it also introduces a critical two-week period where the trajectory of the conflict—and by extension global energy markets—remains finely balanced. This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.


