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AI-Led Surge Pauses; Dollar Slips and Oil Eases on Renewed Iran Talks – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 02/06/2026

U.S. Markets U.S. stock futures were little changed on Tuesday after the major averages kicked off June at fresh record highs. At the time of writing, the S&P 500 is down 0.08%, while the Nasdaq 100 is trading flat as investors take a breather following Monday’s AI-led rally.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 […]

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Global Markets Rally on Ceasefire News as Oil Slumps 16% Below $100

News Desk 08/04/2026

Global markets rallied this morning following news of a proposed two-week ceasefire, offering a temporary reprieve for investors amid heightened geopolitical tensions, according to Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst at eToro. While the development has provided short-term optimism, Gilbert cautioned against interpreting the pause as a lasting resolution. Crude oil prices saw a

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Risk Appetite Returns as U.S. Equities Jump and Oil Cools; Dollar and Metals React – comments by Century Financial

News Desk 01/04/2026

U.S. Markets U.S. markets staged a sharp rebound yesterday, with the S&P 500 up 2.9% and the Nasdaq gaining 3.4%, marking its best session since April 2025. SPX remains modestly higher and is trading 0.45% up in the early session today. Optimism about a possible end to U.S. military operations in Iran within weeks is […]

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Key Market Drivers – Energy Supply Dynamics, U.S. Yields, and Shifts in Gold ETFs

News Desk 26/03/2026

U.S. Markets U.S. equity markets remain fragile despite recent attempts to stabilise, with the S&P 500 down ~0.34% in early Asian trading at $6,574, as oil prices have rebounded again over the past two days, reviving inflation concerns. While earlier optimism around a potential ceasefire and the U.S. 15-point diplomatic proposal briefly supported risk sentiment, […]

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Mixed Signals – Navigating the S&P’s Resistance, Gold’s Bounce, Oil’s Supply Shock, and USD Strength

News Desk 25/03/2026

U.S. Markets U.S. equity markets are attempting to stabilise, with the S&P 500 trading around $6,608, just below its 200-day SMA (~$6,624), as markets navigate mixed geopolitical signals. Oil prices have eased, with WTI pulling back below $89. After rising nearly 4% earlier in the session, crude gave up gains to close largely flat, reflecting […]

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Oil Rebounds and Gold’s 10-Day Slump – Dissecting the Market’s Reaction to the Middle East

News Desk 24/03/2026

U.S. Markets  U.S. equity markets are attempting a rebound, with the S&P 500 recovering toward the $6,590 level, up 1.15% yesterday after recent sharp declines. The move comes after President Trump’s decision to delay strikes on Iranian infrastructure, which briefly eased geopolitical concerns and triggered a short-covering rally. However, the broader backdrop remains

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Markets Shrug Off Oil Risks Ahead of Fed, but Technical Weakness and Dollar Strength Signal Caution: Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 18/03/2026

U.S. Markets  The SPX Index and NDX Index are both up 0.50% and 0.65% today, respectively, and are currently trading at $6,757 and $24,955.   From a fundamental standpoint, according to Axios, as long as Iran blocks oil supplies, the U.S. cannot declare the conflict over. US allies are currently refusing to join a coalition […]

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Stocks Rebound as Oil Surges on Middle East Tensions; Dollar Firms, Gold Steady – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 09/03/2026

U.S. Markets  U.S. equity markets declined about 1.90% last week after a weak labour market report rattled investor confidence. The February Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) data showed the U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs, compared with expectations of a gain of 58,000, signalling an unexpected slowdown in employment growth. Following the data, the Dow Jones Industrial Average […]

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Stocks Rebound as Oil Surges; Dollar Firms, Gold Steady – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 05/03/2026

U.S. Markets  U.S. stock futures edged lower Thursday morning after the major averages logged gains in the previous session. Futures tied to the S&P 500 slipped 0.20%, while Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.24%. Stocks rebounded on Wednesday, supported by stronger than expected Private sector employment. Jobs increased by 63,000 in February and pay was up […]

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Equities Under Pressure; Oil Swings on Iran Talks, Gold Firm – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 04/03/2026

U.S. Markets  The S&P and Nasdaq indices were down more than 1% in yesterday’s session, led by a decline of almost 5% in the AI bellwether Nvidia. This came after their results beat analyst expectations but failed to ease investors’ concerns about the sustainability of big tech gains. In today’s session, the index remains marginally […]