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Iran says it is fully closing Strait of Hormuz after latest US strikes
Iran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz to all vessels after the United States launched strikes on “multiple targets” on Wednesday evening. “From this moment on, due to …
Trump and Bibi Are Fighting
Plus: L.A. mayoral race updates, stabbing at Penn, Jon Ossoff thirst, and more...…
Trump reportedly considers buying Chagos Islands from Mauritius
Potential proposal would secure control of Diego Garcia base amid stalled UK plans to cede sovereignty of territory Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a plan to buy the Chagos Isl…
The Russia–China Partnership Was Made in America
U.S. strategic planners unwisely drove Moscow into Beijing’s arms. The post The Russia–China Partnership Was Made in America appeared first on The American Conservative .…
Aviation industry looks skywards as leaders fly in for Rio summit
Oil tankers may be stuck behind strait of Hormuz, but holding the Iata AGM in Brazil defies warnings of impending shortages Nothing says jet fuel crisis, as one prospective attende…
Energy now a focus of US-China contest of the century
As China and the US race towards energy dominance, attention to climate resilience and resource security can ensure positive outcomes for all.…
Somalia: From Food Lines in Somalia to Clinics in Afghanistan, Hormuz Crisis Sends Shockwaves Through Global Aid Networks
What began as a geopolitical crisis in the Middle East nearly 100 days ago is increasingly becoming a food security crisis elsewhere, with UN agencies warning of rising hunger in A…
China Controls Stuff Life Runs On. Breaking Free Will Cost You
Every era gets the slogan it deserves. Ours, apparently, is: Great Powers 2.0 If you have not run across the phrase yet, you will. It is shorthand for a now-fashionable claim: that…
Saudi Arabia’s events sector push on track despite disruptions, says industry veteran
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s push to position itself as a global events hub remains firmly on track despite geopolitical disruptions, according to one of the leading figures in the indus…
Dollar clings to 2-month high as Gulf hostilities flare, yen wobbles near intervention zone
HONG KONG, June 4 : The dollar clung to its recent strength near a two-month high on Thursday as fresh Gulf hostilities sent oil prices higher and sapped risk appetite, while the J…
Rates Spark: Spread Exposures
Geopolitics, via oil-driven volatility and hawkish central bank repricing, have left eurozone bond spreads wider, with Italy hardest hit.…
Asia-Pacific markets open lower on renewed Middle East tensions
Asia-Pacific markets open lower amid renewed tensions between Iran and the U.S. and worries that the conflict may keep inflation elevated.…
POLAR POLITICS: Drunk Bond villain, no passport? How Russia’s ghost ship hid its Antarctic oil hunt
Exclusive: Inside the US-sanctioned ship that went dark while prospecting the forbidden waters off Earth’s largest unclaimed landmass.…
As Armenia Looks West, Russia Threatens Its Energy Supply
Armenia’s move toward the West could reshape energy markets, weaken Russian influence, and create new opportunities for U.S. energy investment.…
Thornburg Core Plus Bond Fund Q1 2026 Commentary
The U.S. financial landscape in March 2026 was shaped by heightened geopolitical volatility, most notably the escalation of conflict in the Middle East.…
Ukrainian drones strike oil terminal in St. Petersburg during major economic forum
Ukrainian drones struck the Petersburg Oil Terminal during SPIEF, hitting a key Baltic fuel export hub. Here's what it means for energy and crypto markets.…
North Korea slams U.S. remarks comparing South to 'dagger'
North Korea criticizes U.S. comments likening South Korea to a "dagger," claiming it reveals Washington's strategy to contain China.…
Oil and gas inventories plunge to historic lows amid Iran conflict
Oil and gas inventories drop to historic lows amid the Iran conflict. Crude oil reaching a new all-time high by September 30 at 19.5% YES.…
Israel’s buffer zone expansion in Lebanon faces Hezbollah’s attrition tactics
Israel's buffer zone expansion in Lebanon faces Hezbollah's tactics, impacting Bitcoin prices and reflecting geopolitical influence on digital markets.…
Iranian attack kills one in Kuwait and damages international airport
An Iranian drone and missile strike on Kuwait's airport killed one and injured 63, affecting crypto markets amidst rising Gulf tensions.…
Tiruchi IT companies face slowdown due to rise in foreign exchange rates, war in West Asia
Tiruchi IT companies are struggling with a slowdown due to rising foreign exchange rates and geopolitical tensions in West Asia.…
Europe unveils tech sovereignty package amid growing concerns over reliance on U.S. tech
The proposals include a new act to bolster advanced chip manufacturing and homegrown cloud computing.…
War And New Tariff Threat Strengthen The Dollar
The most immediate challenge facing investors is the double shock from the US in the form of tariffs and war. The dollar is firmer against most G10 currencies. Equities are mixed t…
The Shangri-La shockwave and the death of automatic assurance
When US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth took the podium at the recent Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, his words signaled a profound structural shift in…
Oil Fundamentals - U.S. Shale Output Growth Will Not Come To The World's Rescue This Time Around
After the current Iran crisis, oil markets are set to remain tight, with higher demand driven by the need to refill storage levels. Read the full analysis now.…
It's not the next Jason Bourne flick. The Veldhoven choke point is way bigger than that.
In an obscure building in the southern Netherlands, the future is at stake.…
Russia says Europe chose war — America pays the price
Europe still speaks as though history ended in 1991. Moscow knows it never did — and America continues paying the price for Europe’s delusions.…
Trump’s Iran conflict: The first geo-economic war of the 21st century
Trump asserts a right of exclusive U.S. control over Iran’s energy resources on the basis of primacy: America is the largest military and economic power.…
Pakistan: Army, religion, and the enemy to the east
The e-book on Pakistan brings together the expertise of leading journalists and scholars to decode the region’s dangerous “new normal”.…
Drones hit Kuwait Airport after Iran and US traded missile strikes; IndiGo issues advisory
بيان صادر عن الهيئة العامة للطيران المدني #CGCKuwait pic.twitter.com/iJzdWhYr4R…
Iran war, AI demand have investors eyeing renewable energy through a different lens
Once again, a geopolitical shock has renewed interest in clean energy…
Is the Great Nicobar Island India’s Hormuz-like chokepoint against China?
Far away from Indian mainland, the government is pumping billions of dollars into a controversial development project.…
Midyear Macro Outlook: Persistence, Perception And The Path For Markets
Markets remain strikingly resilient despite geopolitical strain, but how they absorb economic and technological uncertainty will shape the path ahead. Read more here.…
Sensex tumbles around 1,000 points as fresh Iran strikes spark war fears
At around 11:15 am on Wednesday, Sensex was trading at around 73,697, down by nearly 1,000 points from the previous close of 74,649.84. | India News…
Seasoned diplomat Vipul appointed India's next ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Vipul, a seasoned diplomat, is appointed as India’s next ambassador to Saudi Arabia amid rising geopolitical tensions.…
Iran’s New Grand Strategy
How a remade Islamic Republic will reshape the Middle East.…
Between restraint and red lines, Malaysia navigates China’s gray-zone pressure
The Southeast Asian nation's defense chief has set a clear threshold in the South China Sea: any disruption to the country's offshore oil and gas platforms would cross a red line.…
The (Part) Failure Of The Donroe Doctrine
The report explores the Donroe Doctrine and China's growing economic influence in South America. Read the full analysis for critical geopolitical insights.…
Niall Ferguson: AI Is the Most Dangerous Arms Race in History
The age of artificial intelligence requires the kind of strategic doctrine and arms control that stabilized the Cold War, writes Niall Ferguson. Right now, we have neither.…
Hong Kong is emerging as a leading capital hub of the multipolar era
As wealth creation’s centre of gravity shifts, expect Hong Kong to not only survive but also gain renewed strategic importance.…
The Never-ending Iran Negotiations
Eliot joins Eric from the shores of Lake Champlain to break down the latest administration jackassery before pivoting to the ongoing negotiations with Iran.…
Iran reasserts control over Hormuz Strait amid US tensions
Iran reasserts control over the Hormuz Strait, impacting maritime traffic. Normal traffic by June 15 at 8.5% YES, by July 31 at 49.5% YES.…
US enforces blockade in Gulf of Oman, disables Gambia-flagged vessel
US enforces a blockade in the Gulf of Oman, disabling a vessel. Transit of 20 ships through the Strait of Hormuz by May 31 at 11% YES.…
US Central Command disables vessel attempting to breach Iranian blockade, crypto markets brace for fallout
CENTCOM disables a vessel breaching the Iranian blockade as crypto markets react to geopolitical risk. $344M in USDT frozen, Bitcoin volatility spikes.…
Hormuz crisis side effect: a sharp rise in container shipping rates
Spot container freight rates continue their ascent as ocean carriers pass along much higher fuel costs resulting from the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. If the strait d…
Damn the torpedoes — More ships are quietly slipping through the Strait of Hormuz as helicopters scare off Iran’s fast-attack boats
To sail through the strait without being detected by Iran, many ships are turning off their Automatic Identification Systems.…
Goldman warns of potential supply shock amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions
Goldman warns of potential supply shock from Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Crude oil reaching a new all-time high by September 30 at 21.5% YES.…
Guyana poised for oil windfall as Iran crisis lifts crude prices
The tiny country was already the world’s fastest growing economy before the U.S.-Israeli war drove up oil prices…
Taiwan’s more relaxed than most of us about Trumpian deal-making
The most common worry expressed around the world concerning the summit meeting in Beijing on May 14-15 was the fear that the future of Taiwan and its 23…
Patrick Artus: 'Wars are economically irrational. Yet, the risk of new conflicts remains high'
COLUMN. The economist outlines five main reasons why the militarization of international relations is on the rise.…
6 Numbers That Should Give Prudent Investors Pause
Markets are at all-time highs despite unresolved geopolitical risks, especially the Strait of Hormuz closure. Read more on the key warning signs here.…
South Africa courts Gulf money while its Iran ties unsettle investors - feature
Pretoria is courting Saudi, Emirati, and Qatari money to revive a stalling economy, even as its alignment with Iran, Russia, and China rattles investors and trade partners it canno…
Energy, Competition, and Cooperation At The Caucasian Crossroads
The South Caucasus host a series of trade routes central to competition in Eurasia. Incentives for stability and chaos create unexpected partnerships and opportunities.…
Strait of Hormuz oil exports unlikely to return to prewar levels amid tensions
Strait of Hormuz oil exports unlikely to return to prewar levels amid ongoing tensions. Normal traffic by June 15 at 6.5% YES.…
Oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz might not return to levels seen before the Iran war
Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has seriously challenged freedom of navigation in the sea lane, raising questions about the future.…
인텔-애플 반도체 계약 체결 — 트럼프 지원으로 성사된 역설적 동맹
오랜 경쟁자 인텔이 애플 칩 위탁 제조사로 변신했다. 트럼프 행정부의 반도체 자국화 전략이 만든 이 이례적 계약이 글로벌 반도체 공급망을 어떻게 바꾸는지 분석한다.…
Excelerate Energy: Exposure To The Middle East Outweighs Many Of The Positives (Rating Upgrade)
Excelerate Energy (EE) stock rated HOLD: FSRU growth vs Middle East geopolitical risks and lower 2026 EBITDA guidance. Read now.…
US enforces strict blockade on Iranian ports, impacting Strait of Hormuz traffic
US enforces a strict blockade on Iranian ports, impacting maritime traffic. Normal traffic in the Strait of Hormuz by July 31 at 56.5% YES.…
What Moved Markets This Week
U.S. stocks finished the week on top, with all three major averages advancing amid easing geopolitical tensions. Read more about this week's major events on Wall Street.…
Iran missile strike injures five US personnel at Kuwait base, rattling crypto markets already on edge
An Iranian missile strike injured five US personnel at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, adding to geopolitical tensions that have wiped $80B from crypto markets.…