Articles by Daniel Marsh
Geopolitical Strike Triggers Israeli Gas Shutdown, Markets Brace for Volatility
Israel's Energy Ministry ordered a temporary shutdown of key natural gas facilities following joint military strikes on Iran. Investors await Monday's market open amid heightened geopolitical risk and an upcoming OPEC+ meeting.
SET Index Eyes Volatile Week Amid Oil Shock, Dividend Moves
The SET Index closed at 1,528.26, down 0.35%, as geopolitical tensions roil oil markets. A market holiday on March 3 and upcoming U.S. jobs data add to a volatile outlook.
STI Nears 5,000 Milestone as Earnings Drive Gains
The Straits Times Index advanced 0.6% to 4,995.07, just shy of the 5,000 level. Yangzijiang Shipbuilding and AEM Holdings posted double-digit gains on strong earnings and guidance.
KOSPI Faces Holiday Week Amid Record Foreign Outflows, Chip Export Boom
South Korean shares head into a holiday-shortened week with a mixed backdrop: February exports surged 29% led by semiconductors, but the KOSPI fell 1% Friday amid record foreign selling.
IBEX 35 Faces Oil Shock, Santander Woes, and Key Data
The IBEX 35 reopens under pressure from rising oil prices and banking sector jitters, with critical economic data on tap this week.
Swiss Market Index Breaks 14,000 as Earnings and Regulation Drive Focus
The Swiss Market Index surpassed the 14,000-point threshold to close February at a record high. Investor attention shifts to corporate earnings from Swiss Re and Holcim, alongside regulatory pressures on UBS.
OMXS30 Hits Record High as Nordic Markets Eye Key Data, U.S. Jobs
Sweden's benchmark OMXS30 index surged to a record close of 3,222.75, with Ericsson and AstraZeneca among the top gainers. Market focus now shifts to upcoming Swedish economic data and the influential U.S. jobs report.
Indian Markets Brace for Volatility Amid AI Fears, GDP Revision, and Shortened Week
Indian equities closed February with significant losses, led by a historic selloff in IT stocks due to AI earnings fears. A shortened trading week and revised GDP data add to market uncertainty.
ASX 200 Hits Record High Ahead of Critical GDP, Trade Data
The Australian share market reached a new closing peak of 9,198.6 points on Friday, buoyed by resource stocks. Attention now turns to a heavy week of economic releases that could influence interest rate expectations.
Brazilian Stocks Face GDP Test After Inflation Data Dampens Rate Cut Hopes
Brazil's benchmark stock index declined after a surprise inflation reading pressured expectations for aggressive interest rate cuts. Upcoming GDP figures and foreign capital flows will be critical for market direction.
TSX Eyes Oil Volatility as Hormuz Tensions Threaten March Momentum
Geopolitical tensions near the Strait of Hormuz have reignited oil price volatility, lifting energy and materials stocks while weighing on the broader TSX as financials and technology sectors retreated.