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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that
Analysts credit Xi’s reserve and buying strategy for capping volatility as Trump-era Iran risks lifted crude prices without triggering a spike.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Why Japan’s markets flipped the usual script after central bank rate hike
After a BOJ hike, the yen weakened, JGB yields fell, and the Nikkei gained, signaling a dovish take and support for exporters and carry trades.
- 7 min
- Japan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump blames Kyiv for diesel costs amid Mideast oil crisis
In Kyiv, Trump urges Ukraine to halt refinery strikes, linking attacks to diesel shortages and market strain during a broader Middle East disruption.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
‘To the victor the spoils’: Trump’s Venezuelan oil grab
Reports say Trump hailed a sweeping Venezuela oil pact, drawing backlash over U.S. leverage as markets, OPEC ties, and legal hurdles loom.
- 7 min
- Venezuela
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Washington expands ‘tanker-for-tanker’ policy, hitting three IRGC-linked oil vessels after Iran targeted two U.S. warships, raising Gulf maritime risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump touts access to 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil in deal he says will slash gas prices
In Washington, Trump says U.S. can tap 65B barrels from Venezuela to cut gas prices; analysts warn legal, logistical hurdles could delay any impact.
- 7 min
- Venezuela
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Six months into the Iran war: Markets become accustomed to stalemate with no end in sight
Six months into the Iran war, Tehran markets show reduced volatility and priced-in stalemate, focusing on energy flows, sanctions, and supply chains.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's oil and gas stock trades continued during Iran war, filings show
Filings reveal Trump’s oil and gas trades persisted amid the Iran war, raising conflict-of-interest questions and calls for oversight.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump administration to support heavy tariffs on Russian oil in bid to end Ukraine war, sources say
Bipartisan senators say the Trump administration will back steep tariffs and expanded sanctions on Russian oil to pressure Moscow over Ukraine.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Top Trump agency purges over 20 suspected China-linked products from federal marketplace
U.S. SBA delists 20+ products tied to Beijing-based sourcing amid origin concerns, advising reviews of active orders as compliance checks proceed.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Gain, S&P 500 Slips As Trump Floats Meeting Iran's Supreme Leader— Lulule
U.S. futures were mixed in Washington: Dow up, S&P 500 and Nasdaq lower as traders weigh sector rotation and Trump’s Iran comment.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Prediction market ‘watchdog’ launches six-figure ad campaign ahead of Senate hearing
New watchdog mounts six-figure TV and digital ad buy in Washington, targeting Capitol Hill as senators weigh rules for real-money prediction platforms.
- 7 min
- USA
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
After TACO And NACHO, Analyst Warns Of 'SALSA' Trade As Markets Rally Amid Trump's China Trip And Iran Te
President Donald Trump's China visit may shake markets if Iran tensions rise, analysts warn of a new
- 3 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Stock Futures Mostly Tick Higher As Oil Retreats— Trump Unveils 'Project Freedom,' Iran Pushes Back
Futures tick up with oil retreating as traders eye Trump’s “Project Freedom” and Iran tensions. Sector moves may hinge on inflation, policy signals.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Elizabeth Warren Reignites Insider Trading Claims Against Trump Admin Amid Iran War, Oil Surge: 'American
Sen. Elizabeth Warren urges probes into Trump-era trading tied to Middle East policy as oil tops $122, intensifying ethics and market scrutiny.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Says Iran War 'Very Close To Being Over,' But Punters On This Crypto Prediction Market Think Otherw
Trump signals rapid Iran de-escalation, but crypto prediction markets price low odds of swift détente amid ongoing regional tensions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Bitcoin, Ethereum Flat, While XRP, Dogecoin Gain Amid Iran Peace Deal Optimism: Bear Market Won't Go To $
Bitcoin and Ethereum were flat while XRP and Dogecoin gained amid optimism over Iran peace progress; equities hit records as risk appetite improved.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran Nuclear Deal Prediction Markets Odds Surge As President Trump Touts Call 'From The Right People' - U
Prediction markets top 60% after Tehran counters a 20-year pause with 5 years, as Trump hints at a key call, signaling intensified back-channel talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Will Oil Hit $130 By April End Amid Iran War? Here's What Prediction Market Is Saying
Traders price odds of crude spiking to $130 by late April as U.S.–Iran tensions raise geopolitical risk, with moves hinging on concrete supply shocks.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Asia-Pacific markets set to extend recovery as investors await Trump address on Iran war
Regional markets may extend gains but face volatility as Trump’s 9 a.m. SG/HK address on Iran hits during the first trading hour.
- 7 min
- Singapore
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Trade: 9 P.M. Speech Is A $2M Word Market - BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), Chevron (NYSE:CVX)
Kalshi traders wager $2M on wording of Trump’s Iran address, with energy, sanctions tone seen moving oil, Chevron, BlackRock and after-hours pricing.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
What the Markets Tell Trump
U.S. market swings amid Iran conflict risks are informing policy pacing, with moves in oil, bonds, and currencies influencing presidential options.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Waltz says Trump is using Iran's own oil strategy against itself to drive down global prices
Rep. Mike Waltz says the Trump team could allow limited Iranian crude rerouting at sea to ease global oil prices without lifting core sanctions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
U.S. oil soars past $100 a barrel as Iran war shows no signs of ending soon
U.S. crude oil passed $100 per barrel Sunday, continuing its surge despite efforts by the Trump administration and allied countries to slow rising prices.
- 3 min
- United States