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5 articles tagged "geopolitics"
Stocks Tumble as Iran's Leader Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed
Major US stock indexes fell more than 1.5% Thursday as oil prices surged back above $100 per barrel. Iran's new supreme leader threatened to keep the crucial Strait of Hormuz closed and warned that US bases in the region will be attacked unless they shut down.
Oil Hits $100 as Iran's Leader Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed
Global oil prices surged past $100 per barrel Thursday after Iran's new supreme leader threatened to keep the vital Strait of Hormuz closed. Major U.S. stock indexes fell more than 1.5% as energy concerns roiled markets worldwide.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs as Markets Face February Decline
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump's tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act are illegal, while military operations against Iran and AI concerns continued to weigh on markets. The S&P 500 declined 0.9% in February while bonds gained 1.6%.
Gold Prices Could Surge to $5,000 by 2026 Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Geopolitical tensions impact oil and gas markets, while RBC Capital Markets predicts a significant rise in gold prices, potentially reaching $5,000 by 2026.
Commodities Weekly: Geopolitical Tensions Drive Market Focus in 2026
As 2026 kicks off, geopolitical issues and index rebalancing take center stage in the commodities market. Industry experts weigh in on the potential impacts.