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2024-10-04 | Current Affairs

Middle East Tensions Drive Oil Prices to Largest Weekly Gain in Over a Year

Oil prices are on track for their largest weekly increase in over a year, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East that have unsettled global markets ahead of the weekend. 

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2024-05-10 | Current Affairs

Oil Prices Surge Amid Chinese Economic Growth and Middle-East Tensions 

Today’s News Oil prices surged today as Chinese economic data showed improvement, while tensions between Israel and Hamas escalated, driving concerns about supply disruptions.  Oil prices climbed on Friday, continuing their upward trend on signs of a strengthening Chinese economy and escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas. Brent futures rose by 37 cents to USD […]

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2024-04-17 | Current Affairs

Market Reaction To Iran Attack Deflates Bubble Worries 

Today’s News Iran launched a barrage of drones and missiles towards Israel, sparking concerns over geopolitical risks and potential war. However, the market’s response to this attack sheds light on investor sentiment, revealing a balance between high stock valuations and reasoned judgment. Despite initial jitters, investors showed resilience as they refrained from hastily dumping their […]