Politics / Government decodes
World events read through mundane astrology. Every decode carries the event chart it was written from.
810 published
Results
24 results for “oil trade”
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
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
5 political cartoons about the trade war with Canada
Five Canadian cartoons critique Trump-era tariffs, highlighting trade tensions, sector strains, and public sentiment shaping policy narratives.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Did Trump’s Trade Fight With Canada Go So Sideways?
Mixed messages and pressure tactics strained U.S.-Canada trade, unsettling supply chains as North Korea diplomacy signaled a stark contrast.
- 7 min
- Canada
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
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 says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
Trump claims a US-Canada trade deal, pausing threatened 50% tariffs, but key terms and legal text are pending, leaving markets and policymakers wary.
- 7 min
- Canada
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
Trump administration proposes 25% tariff on Brazilian goods over unfair trade practices
U.S. moves to impose 25% tariff on select Brazilian goods after a Section 301 probe, signaling tougher trade ties; details pending and responses expected.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Trump to announce tariff truce extension, aircraft purchases from Boeing in China, traders predict
Traders also think it is likely that the president will talk about Iran, despite his comments that the U.S. doesn't need China's help in resolving the war.
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trade, Taiwan and Iran cast shadows on Trump’s China summit with Xi
President Donald Trump will begin a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday as the two countries engage in a fierce trad
- 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
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
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
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 / GovernmentThe Veil
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Spike As Trump Vows To Keep Strait Of Hormuz Open: Analyst Wants Traders To 'Pay Attention' To This BTC Level
Leading cryptocurrencies rose alongside stock futures on Sunday as President Donald Trump pressed for a coordinated effort to keep oil exports from the...
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump Opens New Trade Probes To Support Tariffs On Subsidies And Forced Labor
The Trump administration is pursuing new tariffs and trade probes after a Supreme Court ruling wiped out a key revenue source, while fiscal watchdogs warn U.S. ...
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Flat, Dogecoin Slides Amid Trump Moves To Combat Iran War Oil Spike: Analyst Says BTC Downside Won't Be 'Heavier' - Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC) (ARCA:BTC)
Leading cryptocurrencies traded flat, while stocks fell further on Wednesday as President Donald Trump authorized tapping the strategic reserve to lower oil pri...
- 3 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ruling against Trump's tariffs creates new uncertainty in US trade relations with China
The Supreme Court decision striking down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs has added a wrinkle to already complicated U.S.-China relations
- 5 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US trade policy in Africa driven by ‘crisis’ while China seeks engagement – expert
Andrey Maslov says the US has been “forced onto an isolationist path,” including imposing tariffs on African countries
- 6 min
- United States