Oil prices slide, stocks surge as Trump announces two-week Iran ceasefire
Investors welcome the possible resumption of oil and gas flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Asian stock markets plunge amid Trump’s ultimatum on Iran
Key indexes in Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong tumble as Iran threatens attacks on energy infrastructure across region.
Asia’s stock markets dive after attacks on energy facilities in Qatar, Iran
Stocks tumble as attacks by Israel, Iran on critical energy infrastructure exacerbate fears for global energy supplies.
US lawmakers Murphy, Casar push legislation to regulate prediction markets
The legislation aims to prevent bets made based on insider knowledge of wars, economic policy and controllable events.
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Why aren’t gold prices rising, despite Iran war uncertainty?
Gold holds steady despite war and rising oil prices, as recent volatility and a strong dollar reduce its appeal.
Twitter trial accusing Musk of driving down stock set for closing arguments
The civil trial centres on a class-action lawsuit filed just before Musk took control of Twitter, which was renamed X.
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Black smoke seen after blasts in Dubai financial district
Black smoke seen after blasts in Dubai financial district
Published On 13 Mar 2026
How will the war on Iran impact the US economy?
Outcomes depend on how quickly oil tankers can return to the Strait of Hormuz, experts said.
Shell declares force majeure on LNG contracts from Qatar
Qatar announced a production halt at a facility last week and declared force majeure on LNG shipments.
Global airlines hike ticket prices as Iran war sends costs soaring
The war has sent oil prices surging, upending global travel and pushing airline ticket costs on some routes sky-high.
Anthropic sues Trump administration to undo US ‘supply chain risk’ tag
In its lawsuit, Anthropic said the designation was unlawful and violated its US free speech and due process rights.
