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West Unites 30 Nations to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
world1 month ago

West Unites 30 Nations to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

Britain will host a two‑day conference with more than 30 countries as the UK and France press to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, translating diplomatic consensus into a joint plan to safeguard freedom of navigation and global energy security amid stalled U.S.–Iran negotiations and an extended ceasefire, with the U.S. blockade remaining in place and no clear sign of talks resuming soon.

Oil Near $100 as Middle East Tensions Keep Supply Risk Front and Center
energy1 month ago

Oil Near $100 as Middle East Tensions Keep Supply Risk Front and Center

Oil prices climbed toward $100 a barrel as renewed Middle East tensions and doubts about Iran’s ceasefire raise supply fears, with WTI near $99 and Brent around $97. Saudi energy disruptions cut capacity by about 600,000 barrels per day and hit ~700,000 bpd through the East-West pipeline, while limited tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing regional attacks keep markets on edge until flows resume.

Mortgage Rates Dip as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Eases Market Tensions
market-news1 month ago

Mortgage Rates Dip as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Eases Market Tensions

Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 6.38% for the week, down 9 basis points—the first drop in five weeks as rates ease from a six-month high. The pullback coincides with a drop in the 10-year Treasury yield below 4.3% amid easing inflation fears, and homebuilders like D.R. Horton, Lennar, and PulteGroup edged higher. Despite the relief, affordability remains stretched with rates still above 6%. Redfin notes a record 34.2% of home sellers reduced prices in February, averaging a 7.3% cut ($40,915), underscoring ongoing housing-market pressure. Uncertainty remains ahead of U.S.-Iran peace talks and its potential impact on the Fed’s rate outlook.

Trump Heads to NATO Summit Amid Iran Tensions and Defense Spending Debates
world11 months ago

Trump Heads to NATO Summit Amid Iran Tensions and Defense Spending Debates

Donald Trump arrived in Europe for the Nato summit in The Hague, where he is expected to highlight recent developments including a ceasefire in the Iran-Israel conflict, amid praise from Dutch leaders. His brief visit includes meetings with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and discussions on NATO's defense commitments, while the US postpones classified Iran briefings amidst ongoing tensions.