Crude oil prices pulled back on Monday morning after President Donald Trump announced the launch of Project Freedom, a move meant to escort ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) dropped to $99.25 from last week’s high of $110. Similarly, Brent dropped to $108. Donald Trump announces Project Freedom In a… Continue reading Crude oil price forecast as Trump launches Project Freedom
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GME stock analysis: GameStop’s bid for eBay faces a big leverage risk
GameStop stock price will be in the spotlight on Monday as the company makes a leveraged bid for eBay, the e-commerce pioneer. GME stock jumped by over 6% on Friday, reaching its highest point since October last year. Similarly, eBay jumped to $104 from the weekly low of $96 billion. GameStop makes a leveraged bid… Continue reading GME stock analysis: GameStop’s bid for eBay faces a big leverage risk
Brent crude oil price forecast as Trump threatens to attack Iran
Brent crude oil price rose for two consecutive weeks, reaching its highest point since March 16 this year. It ended the week at $109 as investors reflected on the ongoing developments in the Middle East, where the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran continued. Donald Trump reviewing the Iran proposal Brent crude oil… Continue reading Brent crude oil price forecast as Trump threatens to attack Iran
Arabica coffee price: Effects of the US-Iran war spill over to agricultural assets
Coffee price edged higher on Thursday as the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East heightens concerns over increased logistics costs. At the same time, below-average rainfall in the leading Arabica coffee-producing country, Brazil, is impacting the supply dynamics. The appreciation of the Brazilian Real is yet another key driver in the global coffee market. The… Continue reading Arabica coffee price: Effects of the US-Iran war spill over to agricultural assets
Sugar price analysis rebounds as biofuel demand surges
Sugar price in New York extended its previous gains; rebounding back above the previously steady support zone of $13.80. Subsequently, the sugar #11 futures are on track to record their first weekly gain after three consecutive weeks of losses. A strong Brazilian Real and increased biofuel demand are supporting the agricultural commodity. Sugar price rebounds… Continue reading Sugar price analysis rebounds as biofuel demand surges
Wall Street is shifting gears after Fed hold: these 5 stocks lead way
The Federal Reserve kept borrowing costs unchanged on Wednesday, holding the federal funds rate in the 3.50% to 3.75% range for a third straight meeting. But this was no routine pause. The vote was the most divided since 1992, with four officials dissenting, and that split sent a clear message to investors: the Fed is… Continue reading Wall Street is shifting gears after Fed hold: these 5 stocks lead way
Is May 2026 a trap or an opportunity for investors?
Global markets are entering May 2026 under a cloud of uncertainty, with multiple macro and geopolitical triggers converging at once. From surging oil prices and the ongoing Middle East conflict to key economic data and central bank decisions, traders are facing a complex environment. A mix of risk and resilience is shaping sentiment. While equities… Continue reading Is May 2026 a trap or an opportunity for investors?
Dow slips 152 pts as S&P 500 hits record high, Apple lifts Nasdaq
US equities ended Friday on a mixed note, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite extending their record-setting run, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged as investors weighed strong earnings against geopolitical uncertainty and easing oil prices. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% to a fresh intraday and closing high, while the Nasdaq Composite gained… Continue reading Dow slips 152 pts as S&P 500 hits record high, Apple lifts Nasdaq
Twilio stock jumps 21% after earnings beat: can rally sustain?
Shares of Twilio Inc. surged on Friday after the company delivered stronger-than-expected first-quarter results, standing out in a software sector that has struggled for positive momentum in 2026. The stock rose about 21% to $180.79, hitting a four-year high in the session. The rally extends Twilio’s gains to roughly 30% year-to-date and more than 84%… Continue reading Twilio stock jumps 21% after earnings beat: can rally sustain?