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The European Central Bank kept its policy settings unchanged in March, but the message carried more weight than the decision itself.

Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are entering a sharper phase as the White House signals growing frustration with NATO allies.

Recent strikes on oil tankers in the Persian Gulf have exposed the extreme vulnerability of global energy supplies. Footage of burning vessels near the Iraqi coastline has saturated financial media, serving as a reminder to market participants of the risks inherent in the region. Whenever tensions escalate in this region, energy traders immediately begin pricing in the possibility of supply disruptions.

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have intensified following recent remarks from Donald Trump suggesting that the ongoing military campaign against Iran may last longer than anticipated. While Trump stated that early operational objectives were achieved ahead of schedule, he acknowledged that broader strategic goals could require additional time and sustained military pressure.

Following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Iran has entered a pivotal transition phase. Senior officials in Tehran are acting swiftly to uphold the existing structure of the Islamic Republic, prioritizing continuity to head off potential internal instability. Despite these efforts, the sudden leadership vacuum has sparked intense political and military maneuvering behind the scenes.

Global markets remain cautious as structural economic strains, trade policy uncertainty, and corporate supply chain adjustments continue to influence sentiment across major economies.

Japan opened 2026 with a clear shift in price momentum.

Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics show that the UK labor market entered 2026 on a softer footing.