Global Issues
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US strikes military targets on Kharg Island – Iran’s main oil hub
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the US struck military targets at a strategic Iranian outpost in the…
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The Question – Why Are Equities “Holding up” During This Crisis
As war rages on in the Middle East there is a growing sense that equities are too calm and are…
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Chubb to Insure Ships Crossing The Strait of Hormuz
US insurance giant Chubb (CB.US) has been designated as the lead insurer in a program supported by the U.S. International Development Finance…
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Higher Oil Prices Are Here to Stay
The oil price surged above $100 per barrel at one stage on Thursday morning, although it is backing away from…
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China orders immediate ban on fuel exports for March — Reuters
The Chinese government has effectively banned refined fuel exports for March “with immediate effect”, Reuters reported on Thursday. This measure…
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Have Permission or Risk Attack, Reality Bites on The Strait of Hormuz
According to the latest media reports, Iran has announced that ships wishing to pass through the Strait of Hormuz will…
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Market U-Turns Dominate as Middle Eastern Tensions Continue
What a difference a day makes. On Monday we saw the largest daily price swing for Brent and WTI crude…
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The Week Ahead – Oil tops $100 as energy supply crisis dominates markets
It finally happened, the price of oil surged at the open late on Sunday, with Brent crude rising from $93…
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Israel and Iran exchange fire, Pezeshkian apologises to neighbours
Iran to suspend strikes on neighbours unless attacks from them Trumps demands Tehran’s ‘unconditional surrender’ Putin calls for immediate halt…
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Oil Returns to Highs as Hormuz Strait Remains Impassable
The current situation surrounding Iran Iran is pursuing a tough policy: on the one hand, the Deputy Foreign Minister claims…
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