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BoJ, BoE, ECB hold rates; Energy prices volatile amid geopolitical uncertainty
The central banks of Japan, the United Kingdom, and the Eurozone maintained their current interest rates following their respective monetary policy meetings, though all three cautioned that resurgent energy prices could exert renewed upward pressure on inflation. Simultaneously, crude oil benchmarks experienced a highly volatile session following a significant escalation in the US–Israel–Iran conflict.
20 Mar 2026, 00:01
Fed holds rates as energy prices fuel inflation uncertainty; Stocks slide
The Federal Reserve has elected to maintain its benchmark interest rate, aligning with market expectations. However, the central bank underscored heightened uncertainty stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. US equity markets retreated in unison amid mounting concerns that persistent geopolitical tensions could exacerbate inflationary pressures.
18 Mar 2026, 23:58RBA tightens policy on inflation fears; Oil surges as tensions persist
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has elected to raise its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points, suggesting that global central banks are facing significant inflationary pressures following a sharp rise in energy prices, driven by instability in the Middle East. Market participants are now closely monitoring a series of upcoming monetary policy decisions from major Western central banks scheduled for this week.
17 Mar 2026, 22:25US stocks drop on weak GDP revision and geopolitical uncertainty
US equity markets retreated in tandem following lacklustre economic data—specifically the second revision of GDP and durable goods orders—and mounting concerns of a potential inflationary rebound driven by a sharp escalation in energy prices.
14 Mar 2026, 01:21Brent above $100 as geopolitical tensions rise; Global stocks retreat
The primary oil benchmarks, Brent and WTI, have surged to their highest levels since August 2022, driven by mounting fears of severe energy supply disruptions that threaten global economic stability. Concurrently, global equity markets have retreated in unison as investors price in the risks of a renewed inflationary surge.
12 Mar 2026, 21:19Oil tops $90 as risk premium rises; US jobs show weakness
Crude oil prices have surged to multi-year highs driven by escalating geopolitical volatility in the Middle East. The near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz is severely disrupting energy supply chains, mainly impacting crude exports to Asian markets. Concurrently, US labour market data has exhibited significant weakness, casting doubt on the Federal Reserve’s forthcoming monetary policy trajectory.
6 Mar 2026, 22:26US services PMI, ADP jobs surprise to the upside; Stocks rally
US equity markets closed with a significant recovery, rebounding from recent losses driven by geopolitical and economic uncertainty. The ISM Services PMI reached its highest level since August 2022, while the ADP National Employment Report simultaneously showed private-sector job growth exceeding analyst forecasts.
4 Mar 2026, 22:46Energy prices surge as global stocks slide on geopolitical tensions
Energy prices—specifically crude oil, natural gas, and gasoline—have rallied sharply in response to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Conversely, global equity markets have faced significant selling pressure as investors grapple with heightened concerns over economic stability and the resurgence of inflationary risks.
3 Mar 2026, 23:24US indices fall as PPI tops expectations; oil prices rise on US-Iran talks impasse
US equity indices declined in unison following the release of Producer Price Index (PPI) data, which exceeded analyst expectations and suggested persistent inflationary pressures. Concurrently, crude oil prices advanced as negotiations between the United States and Iran reached an impasse. Regional uncertainty has been further heightened by an increasing concentration of US naval assets in the Middle East.
28 Feb 2026, 00:54US stock market rises as Supreme Court overturns Trump tariffs
Major US indices advanced in tandem following a landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court, which declared President Donald Trump’s unilaterally imposed tariffs illegal. In a swift rebuttal, the President announced his intention to implement a new 10% global tariff via executive order, a move that has intensified political uncertainty within the United States.
21 Feb 2026, 02:37