Trade Wars 2.0 - news and analysis

The second presidency of Donald Trump initiated escalation of tariffs that triggered significant financial movements. These actions may to increased costs for businesses and consumers, disrupted supply chains, and created market uncertainty. Retaliatory tariffs from affected nations can further strain global trade, impacting economic growth and prompting concerns about long-term financial stability.

Bears take the advantage but Trump saves the day – Dow Jones and US Stock Market Outlook

S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Analysis and Trading Levels: Equity dip-buyers face a reality check as Iran rejects a ceasefire plan ahead of an 8:00 PM ET deadline, but hopes remain as Trump could push it back further. With WTI Crude breaking new weekly highs and pressuring stocks, bulls need a proper truce to reclaim the 47,000 level on the Dow Jones. Explore an intraday technical analysis of the markets

07-04-2026 16:13 GMT by Elior Manier

10 Hours to $150 Oil? The looming deadline threatening the Strait of Hormuz

Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran have peaked with a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Reports of strikes on Kharg Island and a threat to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait risk a massive oil supply shock, potentially driving crude prices toward $150/bbl. We break down the three key price scenarios for WTI and Brent.

07-04-2026 14:55 GMT by Zain Vawda