Apr. 17, 2026
Oil prices drop 9% as Wall Street rallies to record high
Friday's reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which may only be temporary, is the clearest signal yet for optimism.
Apr. 17, 2026
Gasoline Prices Slow to Drop After Persian Gulf Tensions Ease
Experts say it could take months for fuel prices to return to pre-war levels despite plunging oil prices.
Apr. 17, 2026
Asian Stocks Slip, Oil Falls on Trump Optimism Over Iran Ceasefire
Investors hopeful about potential deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, though details remain uncertain.
Apr. 16, 2026
Global Demand Concerns Undercut Cocoa Prices
Cocoa prices fell sharply on Thursday amid worries about weakening global demand.
Apr. 16, 2026
Crude Oil Strength Sparks Short Covering in Sugar
Sugar prices rise as higher crude oil prices boost ethanol production, curbing sugar supplies
Apr. 15, 2026
Oil Prices Steady Amid Hormuz Shipping Constraints and US-Iran Peace Hopes
Ongoing supply disruption concerns offset Trump's comments on potential end to Iran conflict.
Apr. 15, 2026
Cocoa Prices Retreat as Producers Sell Hedges
Cocoa futures fall from 1.75-month highs as higher prices spark hedge selling by producers
Apr. 15, 2026
Investors Shrug Off Iran Volatility, Expect Market Rebound
JPMorgan strategist says markets are ready to move past geopolitical tensions and refocus on long-term fundamentals
Apr. 15, 2026
Global Stocks Rally on US-Iran Peace Talk Optimism
Ceasefire negotiations and diplomatic efforts raise hopes for conflict resolution
Apr. 15, 2026
U.S. Dollar Plummets as Iran Ceasefire Hopes Grow
Diplomatic optimism erodes critical war premium, sending currency to six-week lows
Apr. 15, 2026
European Markets Mixed as Focus Shifts to Truce Prospects
Equity markets continue recovery, bolstered by falling oil prices and weakening dollar, as expectations grow for a deal between US and Iran.
Apr. 15, 2026
Asian Shares Rise on Optimism Over US-Iran Talks
Stocks in Japan, South Korea, and Australia open higher as investors hope for easing of Middle East tensions.
Apr. 14, 2026
Rents Reach Record Highs in Five Major US Metros, SpareRoom Data Shows
Chicago, San Francisco, San Diego, San Bernardino, and Seattle see highest roommate rents as affordability crisis deepens
Apr. 14, 2026
Dollar Plummets as U.S.-Iran Peace Hopes Grow
Soft PPI data also triggers major sell-off of the U.S. currency
Apr. 14, 2026
Sugar Prices Rebound as Dollar Slumps
May NY world sugar #11 and May London ICE white sugar #5 closed higher amid a weakening U.S. dollar.
Apr. 14, 2026
Cocoa Prices Rally on Hopes for Demand Recovery
Cocoa futures climb to 1.75-month highs amid signs of improving grind data and short-covering by funds
Apr. 14, 2026
China's Exports Slow Sharply as Iran War Impacts Global Demand
Exports grew just 2.5% in March, down from 21.8% in January and February, as the conflict affects energy prices and trade
Apr. 14, 2026
Australian business, consumer confidence plunges on Iran war fallout
Surveys show economic shocks could tip Australia into recession as policymakers weigh further rate hikes
Apr. 13, 2026
Oil Prices Climb Back Above $100 as US-Iran War Drags On
Stocks slip worldwide as hopes recede for a quick ceasefire resolution
Apr. 13, 2026
Oil Prices Rebound to $100 as US-Iran Ceasefire Talks Stall
US stocks hold steady amid hopes for diplomatic resolution to conflict
