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Trump Urges Middle East Ceasefire, Cites Market Benefits
Donald Trump called on all Middle Eastern parties to maintain a commitment to peace, noting that markets are welcoming lower oil prices and higher stock levels. He demanded a complete ceasefire across all fronts, including Lebanon, Hezbollah, and Israel.
Gold Falls 0.7% as Hawkish Fed Boosts Dollar to YTD High
Gold (XAU/USD) declined 0.7% on Thursday as the US Dollar reached a new year-to-date high following the Federal Reserve's hawkish policy stance.
Israel Negotiates with US to Maintain Troops in Southern Lebanon
Israel is negotiating with the US to keep its troops stationed in southern Lebanon, despite a US-Iran agreement reaffirming Lebanese sovereignty. Israel cites a need for a security buffer and opposes withdrawal from south of the Litani River.
Khamenei Says U.S. Pushed for Iran Deal Out of Desperation
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claimed the U.S. sought the agreement due to desperation, using all leverage, while Iranian officials retain responsibility for national interests.
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Rejects Excessive US Demands Ahead of Talks
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated that future face-to-face negotiations with the US do not signal acceptance of American positions, and Iran will reject any overly demanding conditions.
Iran Supreme Leader Approves US-Iran MOU After Security Assurances
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said he personally held a different view on the U.S.-Iran memorandum but approved it after receiving assurances from presidential and security officials that Iran's rights and the 'Resistance Front' would be protected.
Iran Supreme Leader Confirms MoU Signed with US
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei acknowledged the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US, attributing the deal to extensive efforts by Iranian officials and desperation by the American president.
AUD/USD Faces Contention at 0.7000, Momentum Fades Near 0.7300
The Australian dollar's upward trend since late March has stalled ahead of the 0.7300 resistance, with initial support now seen at 0.7000 as the market awaits a fresh catalyst.
US Lifts Naval Blockade on Strait of Hormuz, CENCOM Says
US Central Command announced the end of the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, stating that US forces will no longer impede vessel transit to or from Iranian ports.
Bitcoin Dips Below $64K After Fed; Glassnode Warns of Bear Zone
Bitcoin fell below $64,000 following the Fed meeting. Glassnode reports it remains in bearish territory. Tether is winding down its Alloy project and aUSDT token, while the Aztec network suffered a $2 million exploit.
US Lifts Maritime Blockade on Iranian Ports
US Central Command announced it has ended the blockade on all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports, following the President's directive. American naval forces will remain in the region to monitor compliance.
Trump Denies $300 Billion Payment to Iran, Cites Lower Oil Prices and Market Gains
President Trump said there is no $300 billion payment to Iran by the US, instead claiming success, lower oil prices, and a victory for the stock market.
Trump Denies $300 Billion Payment to Iran, Calls It Fake News
Former President Trump refutes claims of a $300 billion U.S. payment to Iran, labeling the report as fake news and asserting that the U.S. faces only success, lower oil prices, and victory.
Consumer Resilience Holds but Fundamentals Erode, Data Shows
Recent data including retail sales and card transactions indicate solid nominal consumption, but underlying economic fundamentals continue to weaken.
US to Release $6B Frozen Iran Funds for Humanitarian Goods
The Trump administration will grant Iran access to $6 billion in frozen funds for humanitarian purchases, contingent on Tehran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and committing to a ceasefire extension. The plan includes phased releases and a temporary waiver for Iranian oil exports.
US Dangles Billions in Incentives to Secure Iran's Nuclear Commitment
The administration is offering billions of dollars in financial incentives to ensure Iran honors its memorandum of understanding and engages in follow-up nuclear talks, according to the Financial Times.
Trump Admin Allows Iran Access to $6B for Humanitarian Goods Under Interim Deal
The Trump administration will permit Iran to access $6 billion of its oil money held in Qatar to purchase humanitarian and non-sanctioned goods from the US, under an interim deal between Tehran and Washington, according to the Financial Times.
Euro Falls to Two-Month Low on Fed Rate Bets
EUR/USD dropped to around 1.1475, marking a two-month low as expectations of a Fed rate hike strengthened the US dollar.
Retail Investors Pour $150 Billion Into US Equity ETFs, Second Highest on Record
Retail investors bought over $150 billion of the 100 largest US equity ETFs in the past month, the second-highest monthly total on record, only below December's $170 billion. Purchases have more than quadrupled since March. Corporate bond ETF buying also neared record levels.
Iran Offers Free Passage in Strait of Hormuz for 60 Days in Nuclear Deal
Iran announced it will ensure safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz at no charge for 60 days as part of a final nuclear deal. In exchange, the US will terminate sanctions on Iran and issue waivers for Iranian oil exports, while Iran commits not to develop nuclear weapons.
Hacker Exploits Unused Aztec Smart Contract, Drains $2.15M
A hacker exploited a vulnerability in an outdated Aztec Payments smart contract on the Aztec L2 network, stealing approximately $2.15 million. The attacker spent only 0.134 ETH ($230) to execute the attack.
AUD/USD Holds Near 0.7030 as US Labor Data Supports USD
The Australian Dollar trades in a narrow range against the US Dollar on Thursday, with AUD/USD hovering around 0.7030. US jobless claims data points to a steady labor market, providing support for the greenback.
Nuclear power demand from AI data centers boosts CEG, VST
Constellation Energy (CEG) and Vistra Corp. (VST) are highlighted as direct beneficiaries of rising nuclear power demand from AI data centers.
GBP/USD Falls as Fed Hawkishness Overshadows BoE Rate Hold
The British Pound dropped on Thursday as the US Dollar strengthened following the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance, overriding the impact of the Bank of England's decision to keep rates unchanged in a 7-2 vote. GBP/USD fell to 1.3234.