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Hormuz Crisis Looms Over Oil Markets as Physical Prices Surge
Brent crude slipped to $108.17 on Friday after Iran proposed talks, but the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted, and physical crude grades trade near $130, signaling further price spikes ahead.
Cue Biopharma Rockets 91% on Allergy Drug License, CEO Change, and $30M Capital Raise
Cue Biopharma shares soared 91.4% after licensing Ascendant-221, a Phase 2 anti-IgE antibody, naming Shao-Lee Lin as CEO, and raising $30 million.
Uber's Lucid Stake Signals Major Robotaxi Ambitions
Uber Technologies has taken a significant 11.5% passive stake in Lucid Group, solidifying a major robotaxi supply agreement. The partnership includes a $500 million investment and an order for at least 35,000 autonomous vehicles.
Meta's Q1 Earnings to Gauge AI Investment Payoff Amid Rising Costs
Meta Platforms will announce first-quarter financial results on April 29, as investors assess whether advertising gains can sustain the company's aggressive artificial intelligence investments.
Cocoa Prices Plunge on European Demand Slump, Asian Markets Mixed
Cocoa prices tumbled over 3% after weak European demand data, while Asian markets diverged with Hong Kong falling and India's Sensex gaining.
Markets Rally on Geopolitical Hopes; AI and Growth ETFs Advised for Young Investors
Equities advanced on optimism for a resolution to the Iran conflict, while a market veteran recommends young investors allocate monthly funds to Vanguard's VGT and VUG ETFs for long-term growth.
Intel Buys Back $14.2B Stake in Irish Fab, Bolstering AI Strategy Ahead of Earnings
Intel has regained full ownership of its Fab 34 facility in Ireland through a $14.2 billion buyback of Apollo's stake. The move strengthens Intel's manufacturing control as it prepares to report quarterly results and advance its AI initiatives.
Pfizer Shares Reach New Peak Amid Divergent Views on Future Growth
Pfizer shares surged to a 52-week high of $28.30, driven by robust quarterly results and promising oncology data. Analysts remain divided on whether the stock's rally is sustainable given looming growth challenges.
IBM's AI Strategy Under Scrutiny as Q1 Report Looms Amid Stock Slump
IBM shares are trading nearly 27% below their 52-week peak, with pressure mounting on its AI strategy ahead of first-quarter results on April 22. The company recently completed its $11 billion acquisition of Confluent.
AST SpaceMobile Targets April 10 for BlueBird 7 Launch Amid Rival Rocket Lab's ESA Milestone
AST SpaceMobile has scheduled its BlueBird 7 satellite launch for April 10, while Rocket Lab successfully completed its first dedicated mission for the European Space Agency. Both companies are advancing amid a backdrop of robust financial results and industry momentum.
Merck's $6.7B Terns Buyout Anchors Stock Near Offer Price
Merck has agreed to acquire Terns Pharmaceuticals in a $6.7 billion all-cash deal. Terns shares traded at $52.86, close to Merck's $53-per-share offer, as investors weigh the deal's completion.
Merck Acquires Terns Pharma in $6.7B Deal to Fortify Cancer Portfolio
Merck will purchase Terns Pharmaceuticals for $53 per share in cash, a transaction valued at approximately $6.7 billion. The acquisition provides Merck with an experimental leukemia therapy as it prepares for the loss of exclusivity for its blockbuster drug Keytruda.
Indian Markets Rebound Sharply on Easing Oil Prices and IT Rally
Indian equity indices staged a strong recovery on March 20, 2026, with the Sensex jumping 891 points. The rally was fueled by falling crude oil prices and a surge in IT stocks.
Markets Mixed as Bitcoin Soars, Texas Emerges as Financial Hub
Global markets showed divergent trends with Bitcoin climbing above $75,000 as a digital safe haven, while Indian equities recovered strongly. Texas solidified its position as a major financial center with new exchange launches.
Palantir Shares Decline Despite AI Partnership Announcements
Palantir Technologies shares dropped 2.7% on Friday, underperforming broader markets, following announcements of new artificial intelligence and defense partnerships. The stock remains down nearly 14% for 2026 despite significant gains over the past year.
Iran Conflict Fuels Global Inflation Surge as Oil Tops $100
The Iran conflict has triggered a severe oil supply disruption, pushing Brent crude above $100 a barrel and sending shockwaves through global freight, agriculture, and consumer markets.
India Races to Secure LPG Amid Gulf War Disruption, Sparks Induction Stove Rush
India has invoked emergency powers to redirect LPG supplies from commercial to residential users following Gulf war disruptions, causing restaurants to limit hot meals and triggering a massive spike in induction cooker purchases.
FTSE 100 Retreats on Oil Spike, Rate Cut Hopes Dim
London's FTSE 100 declined 0.7% in early Thursday trading as Brent crude surged past $100 a barrel, dampening expectations for near-term Bank of England rate cuts and pressuring consumer-focused sectors.
NVIDIA, ABB Forge Factory AI Alliance to Bridge Simulation-Reality Gap
NVIDIA and ABB have announced a strategic partnership to embed NVIDIA's Omniverse platform into ABB's RobotStudio software, aiming to achieve near-perfect accuracy when transferring robot training from simulation to physical factories. The collaboration is a key move for NVIDIA to expand its industrial AI footprint beyond data centers.
Servier Acquires Day One Biopharmaceuticals in $2.5 Billion Oncology Deal
French pharmaceutical firm Servier will acquire Day One Biopharmaceuticals for $2.5 billion, gaining the pediatric glioma treatment Ojemda. The deal offers a 68% premium to Day One's recent closing price.
Middle East Conflict Sparks Historic Oil Price Surge, Strains Global Supply
Oil prices surged dramatically on Monday, with Brent crude briefly exceeding $119 per barrel, following supply disruptions in the Middle East linked to regional conflict. Governments and companies scrambled to respond to the market shock.
FTSE 100 Plunges on Oil Price Surge and Geopolitical Tensions
London's FTSE 100 index opened sharply lower, dropping 1.75%, as a surge in crude oil prices above $119 per barrel rattled markets. The spike, driven by Middle East supply concerns, particularly punished airline and mining shares.
Global Markets Plunge as Oil Surge Sparks Inflation Fears
Global equity markets faced a severe selloff on March 9, 2026, driven by a sharp spike in oil prices above $115 per barrel and escalating Middle East tensions. Japan's Nikkei 225 plunged 7%, while India's Sensex crashed over 2,400 points.
Microsoft's $409 Level in Focus as AI Demand Meets Inflation Test
Microsoft shares closed at $408.96, down slightly amid a broader tech sell-off. Investors are balancing positive AI demand indicators from partners like Broadcom against looming inflation data and macroeconomic concerns.
U.S. Drafts New AI Chip Export Rules, Potentially Impacting AMD, Nvidia
U.S. officials are drafting new AI chip export regulations that could require foreign governments to invest in U.S. data centers or provide security guarantees, potentially impacting major chipmakers like AMD, Nvidia, and Intel.
Indian Equities Rebound on Reliance, Metals Surge; Rupee Firms
Indian stock indices snapped a three-day losing streak, climbing over 1% on Thursday. Gains were led by Reliance Industries and metal stocks, while the rupee firmed after central bank action.
Hong Kong Boosts Gold Hub Ambitions with Refiner Incentives, 2,000-Tonne Storage Goal
Hong Kong is rolling out new incentives to attract gold refiners and facilitate cross-border precious metals trade with mainland China, aiming to expand storage capacity beyond 2,000 metric tons. This push aligns with China's broader strategy to increase its influence in global gold pricing.
EU's 'Made in EU' Rules Threaten Ford's Supply Chain
The European Commission has proposed strict 'Made in EU' rules linking subsidies to local content, potentially excluding Ford's key suppliers in Britain and Turkey. The plan faces significant opposition and requires approval.
Iran's Strait of Hormuz Control Threatens Global Oil Flows, Prices Surge
Iran's declaration of control over the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a sharp slowdown in tanker traffic and a 4.7% spike in Brent crude prices. Analysts warn Asian economies are most vulnerable to supply disruptions.
Gold, Oil Spike as Middle East Strikes Rattle Markets
Gold and oil prices surged Monday as U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran escalated regional tensions, sending investors toward safe havens while equities declined.