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Oil Surge Fears Loom as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Spill into Bond Markets
Strait of Hormuz disruptions push oil prices higher, worrying bond investors about inflation. Goldman Sachs warns of $10 upside per month of delay.
Iran's Bitcoin Insurance Platform Challenges Sanctions and Global Trade Finance
Iran launches Hormuz Safe, a Bitcoin-backed maritime insurance platform for Strait of Hormuz transit, targeting $10B revenue and reshaping crypto's role in trade finance.
Iran's Bitcoin Insurance Plan for Strait of Hormuz: A Crypto Lifeline Amid War
As US-Iran tensions escalate, Iran explores Bitcoin-settled marine insurance for the Strait of Hormuz, potentially bypassing sanctions and reshaping global oil trade.
UAE's Diplomatic Tightrope: Balancing Iran Talks and US Military Threats
The UAE plays a pivotal role in mediating US-Iran tensions, leveraging Gulf diplomacy to avert conflict while preparing for economic fallout from Hormuz disruptions.
Bitcoin Tumbles Below $77K as Oil Surge Fuels Rate-Hike Fears
Bitcoin fell below $77,000 amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, triggering a $1B ETF outflow. The macro headwinds may delay Fed rate cuts.
Crypto Consolidation or Storm Ahead? Singapore's Take on ETF Outflows
Singapore analysts see Bitcoin ETF outflows as healthy consolidation, not a structural shift. But Strait of Hormuz risks could fuel inflation and crypto volatility.
Saudi Aramco Warns of Prolonged Oil Market Disruption
Aramco CEO warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could delay oil market recovery until 2027, adding to global supply concerns.
Trump-Xi Summit: Iran Peace Rejected, New War Risks Emerge
As Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal, the Trump-Xi summit takes center stage with trade, Taiwan, and Iran war on the agenda. Analysis of market and geopolitical implications.
China's Oil Imports Plunge 20% Amid Hormuz Crisis
China's crude imports fell 20% in April as Strait of Hormuz blockade disrupts supply. Expert analysis on energy security and market outlook.
Saudi Aramco Q1 Profit Surges 26% as Pipeline Hits Capacity
Saudi Aramco's Q1 profit jumps 26% YoY, beating forecasts, as East-West pipeline reaches max capacity amid Iran's Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Saudi Aramco Q1 Profit Surges 26% as Pipeline Hits Capacity
Saudi Aramco's Q1 2026 adjusted net income rose 26% year-on-year, beating forecasts, as its East-West pipeline reached full capacity amid Iran's Strait of Hormuz blockade.
UAE Caught in Crossfire as US-Iran Tensions Escalate
Iran launches missiles at UAE amid renewed US-Iran hostilities in Strait of Hormuz. Markets eye Middle East conflict.
Gold Rises on US-Iran Peace Hopes After Strait Clash
Gold prices climb amid optimism over US-Iran peace deal, despite naval clash in Strait of Hormuz.
Oil Markets Embrace 'NACHO' Trade as Hormuz Risks Persist
Traders adopt the 'NACHO' trade amid fears of prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruption, while oil prices edge higher on fragile ceasefire.
Bitcoin Drops Below $80K as US-Iran Tensions and ETF Outflows Hit
Bitcoin falls to $79,679 amid US-Iran military escalation and $277.5M ETF outflows, ending a five-day inflow streak.
Bitwise Takes Over Superstate Fund; US-Iran Tensions Boost Oil
Bitwise assumes management of Superstate's tokenized money market fund as RWA surpasses $30B, while US-Iran tensions push oil higher.
Oil Prices Sink as Markets Cheer Hormuz De-escalation
Oil prices fell sharply as European markets rallied on de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, while Disney's stable theme parks show resilience.
Lead Prices Surge on Ceasefire Hopes, Trump Doubts Deal
Lead prices rose on reports of a ceasefire framework involving the Strait of Hormuz, but Trump's skepticism tempered gains.
Iran Ceasefire Holds After UAE Attacks, Tensions Rise
Defense Secretary Hegseth confirms Iran ceasefire intact despite UAE attacks and Strait of Hormuz tensions.
Maersk Ship Crosses Strait of Hormuz, Oil Prices Dip
Danish shipper Maersk's vessel transits Strait of Hormuz under US protection, easing supply fears and lowering crude prices.