Morning brief: Oil surges toward $120, Asian markets tumble

Global financial markets opened the week under heavy pressure as the escalating conflict in the Middle East triggered a sharp surge in oil prices and rattled investor confidence worldwide. Asian equities fell steeply, the US dollar strengthened as investors sought liquidity, and cryptocurrencies retreated amid a broader risk-off mood. The closure of the Strait of… Continue reading Morning brief: Oil surges toward $120, Asian markets tumble

Two must-own China stocks poised to rally on higher oil prices

The escalating US-Iran war has sent shockwaves through global energy markets, turning the Strait of Hormuz into a volatile chokehold. With about one-fifth of the world’s petroleum liquids at risk, Brent crude futures recently soared 24% in a single day– the most dramatic surge since the 2020 pandemic lockdowns. As supply uncertainty persists, Goldman Sachs… Continue reading Two must-own China stocks poised to rally on higher oil prices

Nikkei 225 Index is imploding today: will it rebound soon?

Japan stocks plummeted on Monday as investors embraced a risk-off sentiment amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. The blue-chip Nikkei 225 Index dropped by over 7%, reaching its lowest level since January 9 this year. It has moved into a correction after falling by over 10% from its highest point this year. Nikkei… Continue reading Nikkei 225 Index is imploding today: will it rebound soon?

Indian paint stocks slump as crude surge, weak demand hit margins

Indian paint companies are facing renewed pressure as rising crude oil prices, softer demand trends, and intensifying competition weigh on the sector’s outlook. Shares of major paint manufacturers have declined sharply in recent trading sessions, reflecting concerns that higher input costs and slowing consumption could squeeze profitability. The sector’s vulnerability stems largely from its heavy… Continue reading Indian paint stocks slump as crude surge, weak demand hit margins

How Iran Israel conflict is shaking Middle East airlines, global tourism

The Iran-Israel conflict has quickly spilled into the global travel industry, triggering flight cancellations, airspace closures, and major disruption across the Middle East. Missile and drone strikes across Gulf countries have forced airlines to suspend operations and reroute aircraft, leaving thousands of travellers stranded and forcing airlines to rapidly adjust flight paths. One of the… Continue reading How Iran Israel conflict is shaking Middle East airlines, global tourism

This one signal will confirm Iran war is now old news for stock market

The global financial landscape has been fixated on the Iran war in recent days. While the strikes that killed Tehran’s supreme leader and the nation’s subsequent “retaliation” were broadly expected to hurt stock prices, markets have actually shown a surprising level of resilience. Despite this apparent stability, however, investors remain in a state of purgatory,… Continue reading This one signal will confirm Iran war is now old news for stock market

Why the AI funding surge is distorting the ecosystem for female founders?

The surge in artificial intelligence investment is reshaping venture capital markets, but it is also concentrating funding in ways that may complicate progress for women founders. While female-founded startups in the United States raised a record amount of venture funding in 2025, much of the capital was concentrated in a handful of AI companies, highlighting… Continue reading Why the AI funding surge is distorting the ecosystem for female founders?

Nvidia, Meta, Tesla are worth trillions, but who funds this AI boom?

In 2025, artificial intelligence moved from tech circles into everyday life. It showed up everywhere, from conversations at the dinner table, in questions about whether the next phone or washing machine would run on AI, and in emails from managers urging employees to learn how to use it. Suddenly, the technology was no longer abstract.… Continue reading Nvidia, Meta, Tesla are worth trillions, but who funds this AI boom?

Is there any upside left in DAWN stock as it soars 65%?

Day One Biopharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: DAWN) ripped higher on Friday morning after Servier signed a definitive agreement to acquire the California-based firm for about $2.5 billion in cash. Servier’s deal rewrites DAWN’s technical profile, valuing its shares at $21.5 each, which translates to a nearly 70% upside from its previous close. Following this explosive move to… Continue reading Is there any upside left in DAWN stock as it soars 65%?