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Asian spot LNG prices surged to $25.908/mmBtu on Wednesday evening, reaching their highest level since December 2022, following an escalation of the situation in the Middle East.
Renewed tensions in the Middle East and the risk of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have sparked widespread market concern. According to traders, Asian spot LNG prices have risen by over 5%
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Shipping stocks surge to multi-year highs amid Hormuz crisis, with a basket of US and European firms up 68% this year and crude-tanker stocks leading with 120% gains
A months-long crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has turned the shipping sector into one of 2026's hottest trades, sending stocks to their highest levels in over a decade. The crisis has forced tankers on
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Kuwaiti forces repelled Iranian missile and drone attacks on Thursday, and Donald Trump said a new round of hostilities in the Middle East would not "last long."
Kuwait's military said on Thursday it was countering missile and drone attacks from Iran and advised residents to follow safety instructions. This follows U.S. President Donald Trump's statement on We
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Deutsche Bank Report: Submarine Cables and Communication Satellites at the Core of Geopolitical Competition, Tech Giants Dominate Investment, Satellite Market Could Reach $70 Billion by 2030
A recent report from Deutsche Bank Research highlights that submarine cables and communication satellite networks, which carry over 99% of global intercontinental data traffic, have evolved from publi
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WSJ analysis: Four key forces are pressuring bond markets, with war being the primary driver
According to The Wall Street Journal's analysis, the recent climb in bond yields is being driven by four main forces. War is identified as the number one factor, alongside fiscal worries, the appointm
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Donald Trump stated that a new round of strikes on Iran would not "last too long" and reiterated that the United States controls the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices stabilized after a cumulative gain of approximately 9% over three days.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on September 2nd local time that the new round of U.S. strikes against Iran would not "last long," reiterating that the U.S. has been and will continue to control th
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Saudi Arabia's crude oil exports plummeted to approximately 3 million barrels per day in August, marking a nine-year low, amid threats in both the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz.
Bloomberg reported on September 2 that tanker tracking data from Vortexa and Kpler showed Saudi Arabia's observable crude oil exports in August were approximately 3 million barrels per day, the lowest
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European natural gas prices on Wednesday hit their highest level since early 2023.
European natural gas prices surged on Wednesday to their highest levels since early 2023, driven by rising global energy costs stemming from the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Donald Trump stated that any attack on Iran would be brief and reiterated that the United States controls the Strait of Hormuz, leading oil prices to stabilize after three days of gains.
Donald Trump stated that any attack on Iran would be brief and reiterated that the United States controls the Strait of Hormuz, leading oil prices to stabilize after three days of gains.
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The White House plans to host a state dinner for Xi Jinping on September 24. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that AI will be a key topic at the Xi-Biden summit.
MS NOW reported on Wednesday, citing sources, that the White House is planning a state dinner for Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Washington on September 24. This would be the second highest-level recept
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Republican Senator Thom Tillis calls on Trump to fire Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, citing 'inept mismanagement' amid Iran war
Senator Tillis accused Hegseth of creating a “leadership void” within the military and being fixated on “culture wars” instead of national defence, contrasting him unfavourably with former Army Secret
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel is working to overthrow the Iranian government.
"Under my command, all our systems are working to overthrow this regime and defeat it," Netanyahu said in an interview with i24 News on Wednesday.
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Nikkei Asia Opinion: East Asia Should Brace for 2028 as Elections in Taiwan, Philippines, US Could Give Beijing Openings to Act
Nikkei Asia Opinion: East Asia Should Brace for 2028 as Elections in Taiwan, Philippines, US Could Give Beijing Openings to Act
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The EU is seeking to impose more sanctions on Russia, including on 1,600 entities and individuals, after Germany accused Russia of an attempted airport attack, said EU foreign affairs chief Kallas.
The European Union is increasing pressure on Russia after Berlin accused Moscow of being behind a foiled drone attack on Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport, EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas said on W
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Europe's winter natural gas reserves are only 65% full, the lowest for this period in 15 years, due to delayed purchases on bets of an end to the Iran war.
Europe's winter natural gas reserves are only 65% full, the lowest for this period in 15 years, due to delayed purchases on bets of an end to the Iran war.
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TRUMP: Wants to hold summit with Russia's Putin when ready for Ukraine peace deal
TRUMP: Wants to hold summit with Russia's Putin when ready for Ukraine peace deal
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Trump states that the renewed campaign against Iran will not continue for too long.
Trump states that the renewed campaign against Iran will not continue for too long.
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Al Jazeera: Trump administration's "vessel strike operations" have lasted a year, causing over 220 deaths, with families questioning if victims were mostly fishermen rather than drug traffickers.
Al Jazeera reports that since September 2, 2025, the US Trump administration has conducted dozens of bombings of unidentified vessels in the Caribbean Sea and Eastern Pacific, claiming to have killed
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Saudi Arabia condemns Iranian attack on Saudi tanker Sidr in Strait of Hormuz, killing two Filipino sailors; incident occurred Monday
Saudi national shipping company Bahri confirmed on Wednesday that its vessel Sidr was involved in a security incident while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, resulting in the deaths of
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President Trump suggests renaming the Strait of Hormuz to "TRUMP STRAIT," stating it would be "hotter" under U.S. control
President Donald J. Trump posted on Truth Social, proposing to rename the Strait of Hormuz to "TRUMP STRAIT" now that it is "under U.S.A. control." He added that, like America itself, the strait would
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated in Gaza that Israel does not intend to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated in Gaza that Israel does not intend to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
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China and Egypt sign agreement for third phase of Suez Canal industrial zone, with existing investments of $4bn
During Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit, China and Egypt signed an agreement to launch the third phase of the Egyptian-Chinese industrial zone at the Suez Canal. Officials state the zone already h
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China's Xi urges new Middle East security framework during rare Egypt visit, opposing external interference amid US-Israel war on Iran
Chinese President Xi Jinping, during his first visit to Cairo in a decade, called on Middle East countries to oppose external influence and consider reshaping the region’s security order. His remarks
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Artisan Global Opportunities Strategy Fund Added GE Aerospace (GE) in Q2 2026, Citing Overblown Market Concerns
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Artisan Global Opportunities Strategy disclosed initiating positions in GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE). The fund stated it made the move following a geopolitically
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Reuters: Xi Jinping Expected to Urge Trump to Halt Taiwan Arms Sales This Week
During their meeting in Washington, Beijing will also seek to stop deliveries of weapons already ordered. A separate $14 billion U.S. arms package for Taiwan remains on hold, which Trump has previousl
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European AI stocks stall, Nasdaq futures flat; oil prices turn down on Strait of Hormuz diplomatic hopes
Global AI-related stocks stalled during the European trading session, with Nasdaq futures flat. Meanwhile, oil prices reversed course and fell amid rising hopes for a diplomatic resolution in the Stra
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U.S. Treasury yields retreated as the market focused on ADP employment data and speeches by Federal Reserve officials. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that all Iranian airlines would be shut down starting Wednesday.
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield fell 2 basis points to 4.943%, the 2-year yield dropped 1 basis point to 4.741%, and the 30-year yield declined 2 basis points to 5.272%. Investors are awaiting th
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Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least 3 people and cutting power to nearly 100,000 residents in the Chernihiv region.
Ukrainian officials stated that Russian forces launched a large-scale attack on industrial facilities and critical energy infrastructure in multiple regions of Ukraine, killing at least three people a
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Two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran claimed to have received intelligence that the US was planning new attacks.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency reported on Monday that two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. This came a day after Iran stated it had received intelligence that the United St
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Pakistan, Iran Discuss Regional Peace; Islamabad Seeks to Revive Stalled US-Iran Talks
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met his Iranian counterpart Eskandar Momeni in Tehran to discuss regional peace and stability, as Islamabad continues diplomatic efforts to revive stalled tal
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European Central Bank (ECB) Chief Economist Philip R. Lane expects energy shocks to persist longer, with inflation potentially higher and more prolonged, targeting mid-2027.
Philip R. Lane, Chief Economist of the European Central Bank (ECB), stated in an interview with Le Temps that after a second wave of energy price increases, the energy shock is expected to last longer
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UK to provide air-to-air refuelling for Saudi jets to counter Houthi attacks, PM Burnham confirms
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated on Monday that the Royal Air Force will provide "defensive" air-to-air refuelling for Saudi planes. This agreement, which is time-limited and under review, c
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Iran's IRGC says US, Israel 'must accept withdrawal' from region
Iran's IRGC says US, Israel 'must accept withdrawal' from region
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Brent crude oil fell below $100/barrel, hitting an 11-day low, and the US 10-year government bond yield dropped below 5%.
Brent crude futures fell below $100 per barrel on Monday, reaching a new low since September 9, and closed at $100.34 per barrel. Meanwhile, the benchmark US 10-year government bond yield fell below t
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Russia's ruling United Russia party won a supermajority in parliamentary elections, solidifying Putin's power.
Al Jazeera reported that President Putin's United Russia party secured a record supermajority in tightly controlled parliamentary elections, with almost all genuine opposition excluded, according to n
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Saudi Aramco loaded 14 million barrels of crude oil from Gulf terminals on Sunday, increasing exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
Shipping data shows Saudi Aramco loaded 14 million barrels of crude oil onto seven very large crude carriers (VLCCs) from Gulf terminals on Sunday, increasing exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Sat
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Trump reportedly halted airstrikes against Houthis after attacks on Saudi oil facilities.
According to US officials, US President Donald Trump temporarily halted airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels at noon on September 20 local time, after US military aircraft had already completed mu
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U.S. diesel prices surged to a record $6.51, as Republicans weigh a diesel export ban and a gas tax holiday.
Republicans are weighing a ban on diesel exports and a gas tax holiday ahead of the midterm elections, as soaring fuel costs pressure consumers and farmers, the Wall Street Journal reported. Congressi
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Yemen conflict escalates, displacing over 120,000 as Houthis and Saudi-backed forces clash near Red Sea strait
The BBC reports that more than 3,000 refugees have arrived in Djibouti in recent days, with the UN estimating over 120,000 Yemenis displaced by the sudden surge in fighting along Yemen's Red Sea coast
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The Iranian government announced several energy-saving measures to address fuel shortages, including adjusting government office hours to 1 PM and promoting public transportation.
In response to severe fuel shortages and economic challenges, the Iranian government announced that from September 23 until the end of March 2027, government office hours will be adjusted to 8 AM to 1
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Russia Set to Extend Diesel Export Ban Beyond End of September
Russia is set to extend a ban on most diesel exports beyond the end of September as Ukraine continues to attack its refineries, according to people familiar with the matter.
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The Israeli army arrested at least 53 Palestinians in the town of Biddu in the West Bank.
The raid marks the third incursion into the area since a Palestinian man from the town was arrested on Sunday for allegedly shooting an Israeli settler. The Jerusalem Governorate stated that the arres
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that U.S. interest rates should decline after the conflict in the Middle East concludes.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that U.S. interest rates should decline after the conflict in the Middle East concludes.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent states Iran issue discussed with China.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent states Iran issue discussed with China.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent: All Iranian airlines will be shut down worldwide on Sept 23
US Treasury Secretary Bessent: All Iranian airlines will be shut down worldwide on Sept 23
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he could not say how long the conflict with Iran would last.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he could not say how long the conflict with Iran would last.
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Iran's IRGC Spokesperson Warns of New Weapons and Unattacked Enemy Targets
An Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) spokesperson reportedly stated that the world has “not yet seen the power and precision” of Iran’s new weapons. The spokesperson also claimed Iran has addit
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Iran’s GDP shrank 10.1% in Q1 (March 21-June 20) amid US-Israel war, with oil and gas sector contracting 26.4%
Official data from the Statistical Center of Iran shows the country's gross domestic product (GDP) contracted by 10.1% year-on-year during the first quarter of the Persian calendar (March 21 to June 2
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May 2026 Crypto Market Review: Bitcoin Fluctuates Around $77,000 Amid Continuous ETF Outflows and Geopolitical Impacts
In May 2026, the crypto market experienced a correction after the Bitcoin price surpassed $80,000, leading to a tug-of-war between bulls and bears around $77,000. US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw net outflows for several consecutive days, totaling over $1.5 billion, while Ethereum ETFs also faced capital pressure. The escalation of geopolitical conflict between the US and Iran was considered one of the main drivers of cautious market sentiment and capital outflows. Despite the complex macroeconomic environment, venture capital funding in the crypto space rebounded significantly in May, demonstrating the industry's internal resilience and development.
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Bitcoin Back to $70,000: Amid Macroeconomic Pressures and Geopolitical Turmoil, What Is Supporting the Price?
After the price of Bitcoin once again surpassed $70,000 in March 2026, it has recently (July 2026) pulled back amid macroeconomic headwinds and geopolitical uncertainty, fluctuating around $64,000.Although the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF attracted significant institutional capital following its approval in early 2024, there have also been recent outflows. This article will conduct an in-depth analysis of current external pressures—including inflation, high interest rates, and geopolitical conflicts—and explore key supporting factors such as institutional investors, long-term holders, and the halving effect at Bitcoin, while examining the perspectives of both bulls and bears.
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