Markets
Oil soars above $100 as Middle East fears grow
While soaring oil prices generated the most attention, Wall Street stocks endure a downcast session after markets panned earnings reports by Google parent Alphabet and Tesla.
August 2, 2026
Oil, stocks fall as traders weigh outlook after Trump extends truce
Oil prices and stocks fell as investors weighed uncertain US-Iran peace prospects after Trump extended the ceasefire but kept the Hormuz blockade, leaving markets cautious over talks, oil flows and conflict risks.
April 22, 2026
Oil prices dip, stocks rise on lingering Iran peace hopes
Oil prices fell and stocks rose on hopes the US-Iran war could end and the Strait of Hormuz reopen, despite uncertainty over talks, ceasefire expiry and continued tensions over blockades, shipping and threats of renewed fighting
April 21, 2026
Gold, silver hit records and stocks fall as Trump fans trade fears
Gold, a key go-to in times of turmoil, hit a peak of $4,690.59, while silver struck $94.12; on equity markets, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Sydney, Singapore and Wellington retreated; there were gains in Seoul and Taipei.
January 19, 2026