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Iran Ceasefire Hopes Send Oil Tumbling, Boost Travel to Asian Secondary Cities
As US-Iran ceasefire talks progress, oil prices plunge and travelers shift to domestic destinations, reshaping markets.
Naphtha Crunch Hits Japan and South Korea as Iran Conflict Strains Supply
A naphtha shortage, stemming from the Iran conflict, is paralyzing petrochemical giants in Japan and South Korea, with operating rates slashed and supply chains under threat.
Consumer Confidence Eases as Inflation Fears Outweigh Labor Optimism
US consumer confidence dipped in May as inflation worries tied to the Iran conflict offset labor market improvements. The dollar firmed amid renewed geopolitical uncertainty.
30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 19-Year High: Is the Fed Forced to Hike?
The 30-year Treasury yield surged to 5.183%, its highest since 2007, as inflation fears reignite. Analysts now warn the Fed may need to raise rates, upending market expectations.
Global Bond Rout Deepens as Gilt Yields Hit 18-Year High
UK 10-year gilt yields surged to their highest since 2008 amid a global bond selloff driven by US-Iran tensions and inflation fears.
S&P 500 Steadies as Oil Surge Spurs Rotation
The S&P 500 holds steady amid geopolitical turmoil, with energy stocks rallying on oil price spikes. Analysts see sector rotation and defensive plays dominating.
Nonfarm Payrolls Preview: Job Data Amid Iran Tensions
Ahead of April's nonfarm payrolls, markets weigh jobless claims and Iran conflict risks.