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Markets Rise as Oil Prices Ease and AI Optimism Holds Strong – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 22/05/2026

U.S. Markets The S&P 500 ended Thursday’s trading session 0.17% up, continuing Wednesday’s momentum, as investors focused on hopes for Middle East peace, while oil prices and bond yields retreated. Markets remained highly sensitive to geopolitical headlines throughout the week. Unresolved

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UAE’s AED2.5 Billion Incentive Push Set to Strengthen Growth Across Key Sectors

News Desk 22/05/2026

Dubai’s latest economic stimulus measures are expected to reinforce investor confidence, support business continuity, and accelerate growth across sectors ranging from real estate and construction to tourism, logistics, education, and culture. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recently approved a new AED1.5 billion economic incentives package

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Stocks Gold and Oil React to Rising Inflation and Yields – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 21/05/2026

U.S. Markets The S&P 500 ended Tuesday’s trading session 0.65% lower and marks its third day in the red as bond yields still remain elevated. On Tuesday, the 30-year U.S. Treasury yield topped 5.19%, marking its highest level in nearly 19 years. The 10-year Treasury yield at one point hit 4.687% to reach its highest level since January 2025. […]

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Oil Prices and Rising Yields Keep Markets on Edge – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 20/05/2026

U.S. Markets The S&P 500 ended Tuesday’s trading session 0.65% lower and marks its third day in the red as bond yields still remain elevated. On Tuesday, the 30-year U.S. Treasury yield topped 5.19%, marking its highest level in nearly 19 years. The 10-year Treasury yield at one point hit 4.687% to reach its highest […]

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Oil and Gold React to Trump Iran Signals – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 19/05/2026

Crude Oil Oil edged lower after President Trump said he would postpone a planned strike on Iran that was scheduled for Tuesday, allowing time for further negotiations. Additionally, Washington also suggested a temporary waiver on the oil sanctions imposed on Iran until a deal was finalized. After gaining 2.6% in yesterday’s session, Brent dipped to around $110 per barrel

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Brent has now surged past $113.27 for the first time in nearly two weeks, while WTI soared past $107 – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 18/05/2026

U.S. Markets The S&P 500 ended last week marginally lower after hitting an all-time high of $7,516. On Friday, it fell 1.38% as bond yields around the world rose. The U.S. 30-year Treasury bond yield hit its highest level in around a year. The inflation data released last week makes the Federal Reserve cutting rates […]

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The UAE’s Cerebras Bet Is Just Going Public – comments from Century Financial

News Desk 15/05/2026

As Cerebras Systems rings the opening bell at Nasdaq today, market attention will turn to the UAE. The company is expected to go public on the US exchange in a $4.8 billion IPO, priced at $185 per share. While investors and analysts will focus on its debut, revenues, and other financial details, the listing is […]

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Oil Holds Gold Waits as Global Risks Build – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 14/05/2026

Crude Oil Prices held above the previous session’s lows, with Brent last at $108.30 and WTI at $100.88. Oil is trading steady today, as the market took a wait-and-see approach ahead of a key meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with investors eyeing any diplomatic breakthrough regarding the Iran war and its impact on […]

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CPI Report Moves Stocks Dollar Oil and Gold – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 13/05/2026

US Markets The US equity markets closed slightly lower on Tuesday after a volatile session that saw initial losses of around 1% for the SPX index and more than 2% for the NDX index. The indices recovered a major portion of yesterday’s losses, declining 0.19% and 0.88%, respectively. Tables seemed to have turned again, with […]

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Dollar Strength, Rising Oil, and Softer Gold Signal a Shift in Global Risk Sentiment – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 11/05/2026

U.S. Markets US equity markets closed higher on Friday with a 0.91% gain for the SPX index and a 2.45% gain for the NDX index. The SPX index has risen 2.42%, while the NDX index rose 5.64% during the last week. Markets were trading slightly lower during the Asian session on Monday, with both indices down about 0.10%. US […]

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UAE Markets Gain Ground as Earnings Optimism Builds and Breakout Levels Come Into Focus – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 09/05/2026

DFM The DFM General Index ended the week higher on 8 May 2026, rising +2.35% from AED 5,766.85 to close at AED 5,902.21. During the week, 30 stocks gained, 8 declined, and 3 remained unchanged. The index was supported by several strong-performing names during the week. ALEC rose +8.21% to AED 1.45, while EMPOWER gained […]

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S&P 500 Hits Record High as Peace Hopes Fuel Risk Rally – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 07/05/2026

U.S. Markets SPX surged 1.46% yesterday to a fresh all-time high of 7,365, as prospects of a US-Iran peace deal reignited optimism across markets. The rally was primarily driven by sentiment rather than fundamentals, as investors priced in the possibility of a resolution to the conflict. However, the market is approaching a critical juncture. Investors […]

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Century Financial’s Lakshmanan Meyyappan Sets Guinness World Record as Youngest Chartered Accountant at 16

News Desk 07/05/2026

Century Financial, a leading UAE-based investment firm, announces that its Senior Research Analyst, Lakshmanan Meyyappan, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s youngest Chartered Accountant in February 2026. Achieving this distinction at just 16 years and 141 days, his journey reflects exceptional individual discipline, the evolving landscape of

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Dollar Eases, Oil Cools, Gold Rebounds as Diplomatic Hopes Return – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 06/05/2026

U.S. Dollar The U.S. Dollar Index is trading near 98.07, down 0.42%, in early Asian hours, edging lower as oil prices retreat amid easing tensions in the Middle East, reducing safe-haven demand for the greenback. Sentiment improved after President Trump announced a temporary pause in U.S. escort operations through the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress […]

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Geopolitical Jitters Return as Oil Climbs, Markets Turn Selective – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 05/05/2026

U.S. Markets SPX opens Tuesday at approximately 7,170, following a 0.41% decline yesterday, while NDX also slipped by 0.21% as geopolitical uncertainty returned.Markets pulled back yesterday as the Iran situation took a turn for the worse. Iran tightened its grip over the Strait of Hormuz, releasing a new map outlining expanded areas under its control, […]

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Weak Dollar, Strong Stocks: AI Momentum Keeps Markets Elevated – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 01/05/2026

US Dollar Index The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) closed Thursday’s session around 0.89% weaker, closing near the 98 level. Friday’s early session initially saw some support, but momentum turned bearish with the index falling further by 0.16%. The dollar’s weakness saw the EUR/USD pair jump up 0.47%, while a major catalyst turned the USD/JPY pair 2.40% lower. On the […]

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Oil Surges to Wartime Highs as Supply Shock Deepens – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 30/04/2026

US Dollar Index The US Dollar Index (DXY) continued its upward move, closing the last session up 0.35% at $98.68. The strength is carrying in today’s Asian morning session as well, with the index trading around $98.77, up another 0.10%, supported by a firm tone following the Fed decision. The dollar is staying strong after […]

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Fed Holds Rates Steady as Experts Flag Policy Divide and Longer Pause Ahead

News Desk 30/04/2026

The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged for the third consecutive time this year, maintaining the federal funds target range at 3.50% to 3.75% following its latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting. While the move was widely expected, the decision was marked by an unusual level of disagreement within the central bank, with four […]

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All Eyes on Big Tech as Markets Test the AI Trade – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 29/04/2026

U.S. Markets  Today SPX decreased by 0.17% to $7,161, while Nasdaq dropped by 0.50% to $27,200, after spx reached new highs. US markets are gaining mainly due to the recent rally in AI-related companies, especially Nvidia. This means the market is heavily dependent on continued spending in AI and cloud infrastructure. Right now, companies like […]

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Fed Expected to Hold Rates, Say Experts as Markets Price in Policy Pause Amid Inflation and Geopolitical Risks

News Desk 29/04/2026

Global financial markets are closely watching the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision, with expectations firmly pointing toward an unchanged interest rate stance. The meeting comes at a time when inflation pressures remain uneven, geopolitical tensions are intensifying, and US economic data continues to send mixed signals.Traders and analysts are largely aligned in