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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.

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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

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A Critical Week for Markets Earnings Oil and the Fed Collide – from Century Financial

News Desk 27/04/2026

U.S. Markets Today, US indices are trading flat, with SPX holding above $7,150 and NDX just above $27,303. Iran submitted a new ceasefire proposal via Pakistani mediators, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz while deferring nuclear talks until the US lifts its blockade. The whipsaw mirrors Friday’s pattern — geopolitics is now the dominant […]

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UAE Markets Performance and Expectations- from Century Financial

News Desk 25/04/2026

Equity markets in the UAE have become increasingly news-flow driven in the short term, with recent geopolitical developments highlighting how quickly sentiment can override fundamentals. Although the news of a resumption of talks between the US and Iran has temporarily bolstered investor sentiment, prompting the UAE market to close in the green on Friday. Looking […]

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Markets Hold Highs as Oil Shock Tests Momentum – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 24/04/2026

U.S. Markets SPX edged slightly lower yesterday amid the geopolitical developments which kept oil prices and yields elevated. However, the index’s close above the $7,100 level is a positive sign, given that the 0DTE options market now shows the highest positive GEX concentration at this strike. In today’s session, the index is trading 0.3% higher, […]

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Markets Hit New Highs but Oil Is Changing the Narrative – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 23/04/2026

U.S. Markets The SPX notched another record close yesterday amid optimism over an extended ceasefire. The index rose 0.6% yesterday, closing at $7,130 with tech and AI infrastructure stocks driving the momentum. However, it is trading slightly lower today at around $7,100 amid developments in the Strait of Hormuz and rising oil prices. The bias […]

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From Volatility to Stability Markets Regain Control – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 22/04/2026

U.S. Markets The SPX closed 0.6% lower yesterday amid market disappointment over news that deal talks between the US and Iran were delayed. However, indices are recovering in today’s session after President Trump announced yesterday, after market close, an extension of the ceasefire in Iran and the continuation of the blockade to exert economic pressure. […]

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A Market in Balance Earnings Momentum vs Energy Uncertainty – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 21/04/2026

U.S. Markets  The SPX traded in a narrow range yesterday amid uncertainty over the extension of a ceasefire deal between the US and Iran and elevated oil prices. However, a positive note for markets is the SPX closing above the $7,100 level (yesterday’s resistance due to positive gamma concentration, now turning into a possible support). […]

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Equities Hold Firm as Oil and Geopolitics Reshape the Outlook – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 20/04/2026

U.S. Markets  The SPX notched a solid performance last week, gaining 4.5% and reaching all-time highs, propelled by a relief rally in the broader technology sector (which is more immune to energy shocks). In today’s session, SPX is trading slightly lower, down 0.67% to around $7,070, following developments over the weekend that led to a spike in […]

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Markets Break Records as Geopolitics Reprices Risk – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 17/04/2026

U.S. Markets The SPX index is on track to end the week more than 3% higher, setting a streak of three consecutive weeks ending in the green. Equities are holding at record highs as investors stay optimistic after Trump also announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.  The update eased fears of a wider […]

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From Conflict to Calm: The Market Signals Investors Shouldn’t Ignore – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 15/04/2026

U.S. Markets The S&P surged by almost 1% to $ 6,970, just 32 points below its record high of $7,002 set in February. This came as market participants were optimistic about the possibility of further peace talks between the US and Iran. The US and Iran are looking to arrange a second round of peace […]

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Equities Break Higher as Oil Cools and Dollar Softens on Diplomatic Hopes – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 14/04/2026

U.S. Markets  The S&P 500 recovered strongly in yesterday’s session and ended the day almost 1% higher, after Trump said Iran still wanted to make a deal following a deadlock in peace talks on the weekend. WTI oil also fell by almost 2.4%, cooling down concerns on rising inflation. Investors are also closely watching the […]

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Markets Turn Risk-Off as Oil Surges, Dollar Strengthens and Inflation Concerns Mount – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 13/04/2026

U.S. Markets  A fragile ceasefire, followed by the failure of the peace talks over the weekend, has sparked fresh volatility in global markets. In today’s session, the S&P 500 is down by almost 0.75% after Trump said US forces will begin clearing any mines in the Strait and will implement a blockade. This has further increased concerns […]