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US Ends Naval Blockade After Iran Interim Peace Deal Takes Effect
The US has lifted its naval blockade of Iran as an interim peace deal comes into force, allowing shipping to resume through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's supreme leader called the agreement a sign of 'desperation' by President Trump.
Japan May National CPI Rises 1.5% YoY, Core CPI Meets Expectations
Japan's National Consumer Price Index rose 1.5% year-on-year in May, accelerating from 1.4% in April. Core CPI also increased in line with market expectations.
Gold Slides Toward $4,200 as Hawkish Fed, US-Iran Deal Weigh
Gold declines to near $4,210 as a hawkish Federal Reserve stance and a US-Iran peace deal pressure prices, offsetting safe-haven support.
Sterling Slips Below 1.3300 as BoE Holds Rates, Cheaper Oil Masks Inflation
The British Pound fell to its lowest since early April after the Bank of England held rates as expected, with a second MPC member voting for a hike. Lower crude oil prices are masking inflationary pressures.
US Margin Debt Hits Record $1.42 Trillion in May
US margin debt rose by $112 billion in May to a record $1.42 trillion, marking the second consecutive monthly increase and a 54% surge over the past year. Real (inflation-adjusted) margin debt has grown 550% since 1997, far outpacing the S&P 500's real gain of 357.7%.
Iran suspends 60-day US negotiation after Israeli strikes
Iran has halted its planned 60-day negotiation process with the U.S., citing violations of the agreement’s first clause following Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon. A trip to Switzerland for initial talks has been canceled, and negotiations remain paused until attacks cease and commitments are upheld.
GBP/JPY Sellers Target Break Below 100-Day SMA as Pair Retreats
GBP/JPY slipped 0.21% to 213.11 during the North American session as the pound weakened despite the Bank of England holding rates unchanged. Sellers are eyeing a break below the 100-day SMA.
Iran Negotiator Warns Strong Response to Any Breach of Agreement
Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Qalibaf warned that any breach of the agreement or excessive demands will be met with a forceful retaliation, vowing no hesitation in delivering a strong response if commitments are broken.
Nvidia Sells $25B in Bonds, Second-Largest US High-Grade Deal of 2026
Nvidia raised $25 billion in investment-grade bonds on June 15, its first debt sale since 2021. The offering attracted $85 billion in orders and was upsized from an initial $20 billion target.
Zelensky Urges Fast-Track EU Membership, Links Europe’s Security to Ukraine’s Army Funding
Ukrainian President Zelensky called for accelerated EU membership, arguing that Europe’s future is being decided on the battlefield and that EU security depends on financial guarantees for Ukraine’s military.
Silver Market Faces Sixth Straight Annual Deficit Despite Solar Industry Reducing Usage
The solar industry is cutting silver content per panel, but the silver market is still headed for a sixth consecutive annual deficit.
White House Unveils AI Security Framework, Iran Truce Memo, Secret Service Fund Diversion
The White House is developing an AI security framework with Anthropic, submitted an Iran truce memorandum to Congress, former AI policy official Dean Ball joins OpenAI, and $352M was diverted from the Secret Service to the East Wing.
Fed to Purchase $10B in Treasuries Monthly Under New Chair Warsh
The Federal Reserve, now led by Chairman Kevin Warsh, announced a $10 billion per month Treasury purchase program to maintain ample bank reserves, signaling continuity in balance sheet policy.
Cushing Crude Inventories Hit 2014 Low, Approaching Minimum Operational Levels
Crude oil inventories at the Cushing, Oklahoma hub fell for the eighth consecutive week, dropping by 1.6 million barrels to 20 million barrels, the lowest since 2014. The Strategic Petroleum Reserve also fell to its lowest since 1983.
US Dollar Touches One-Year High; Pound Slips on BoE Hold
The US Dollar Index firmed near 100.80, a level not seen since May 2025, after the Fed left rates unchanged. The British Pound declined following the Bank of England's decision to hold rates.
Guide Covers Prop Trading Rules, Risks, and Firm Selection
A new article explains how proprietary trading accounts work, the risks involved, and how to choose the right firm, helping traders navigate the growing prop trading space.
USD/CHF Hits New YTD High Above 0.8050 on Hawkish Fed Bets
USD/CHF rallied to a new yearly high of 0.8059, surpassing the previous peak from March 2026 as the Greenback strengthened on hawkish Federal Reserve policy expectations.
BoE Holds Rate at 3.75%, Pound Slips Near Two-Month Low
The British Pound weakened against the US Dollar after the Bank of England left interest rates unchanged at 3.75%, while the Federal Reserve's cautious stance continued to support the Greenback.
US Gasoline Prices Fall Below $4 per Gallon After Oil Retreat, Iran Deal
US gasoline prices have dropped below $4 per gallon for the first time since March, driven by lower crude oil prices following the US-Iran interim peace deal. However, analysts caution that relief may be limited due to depleted inventories and refinery constraints.
Japanese Yen hits weakest vs USD since July 2024, intervention risk rises
USD/JPY surged to 161.46, a level unseen since the 2024 yearly high of 161.99, as hawkish Fed rhetoric and climbing US Treasury yields continue to pressure the yen. The move brings yen intervention risk back into focus.
Petrobras to Resume Fertilizer Plant Construction in Mato Grosso do Sul by September
Petrobras plans to resume construction of a fertilizer plant in Mato Grosso do Sul by September. An executive noted that lower oil prices and the US-Iran deal will allow postponed refinery maintenance to proceed.
Iran to Carry Out Mine Clearance Under Islamabad MOU
Iran's Supreme National Security Council announced mine clearance under the Islamabad MOU, with passage details to be released by the Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
US Dollar Index Rallies Back Above 100 on Iran Deal and Hawkish Fed
The US Dollar Index (DXY) surged back above the 100 mark, driven by a US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding and a hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve under Kevin Warsh's first meeting.
ECB's Escriva: Energy Inflation Spreading to Other Sectors
ECB policymaker Jose Luis Escriva warned that higher energy costs are spreading to services and transport, and the inflation outlook remains highly uncertain.