Week Ahead: War and More War north The Middle East war changes everything. And President Trump's demand for an unconditional surrender makes a near-term off-ramp more difficult to envision. Moreover, the impact ripples through a wide swath the global economy. Food is very oil and gas intensive, taking into account [...]
War Continues to Roil the Markets north The war continues to disrupt the global capital markets. The US dollar remains firm though mostly within the ranges seen in recent days. It is threatening to break higher against the Japanese yen, where the JPY158 level is coming under pressure. Still, the yen, despite Japan’s reliance on [...]
War-Driven Markets north The Gulf War continues rage. China has reportedly told top oil refiners to suspend exports of diesel and gasoline. The disruption is beginning to impact shipments of fertilizer, chemicals, aluminum, as well as natural gas and oil fuels. In the next few days, several countries will reportedly [...]
Nervous Consolidation Featured after the Asia Pacific Equity Rout was Extended north The dollar is trading a little softer today, but the tone is one of nervous consolidation. The market is digesting reports that Iran has reached out to negotiate the end of the war. The fog of war continues to cast a heavy pall over the markets, though there is a hope that the war can be [...]