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Trump says U.S. struck military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island, spared oil infrastructure

In a Truth Social post, former President Donald Trump said he directed U.S. Central Command to carry out strikes on military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island while avoiding key oil facilities. The statement puts a spotlight on potential market risks tied to energy supply and regional tensions.

Mar 18, 2026 | 605

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Markets

Oil Security Risks Narrow U.S. Options to Tame Prices as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise

With Iran-related threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz raising supply risks, traditional U.S. tools to cool oil prices—like strategic reserve releases—offer limited relief. Markets are watching maritime security, OPEC+ policy, and freight costs to gauge inflation and rate implications.

Mar 18, 2026 | 589

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Markets Scale Back Fed Rate-Cut Bets as Energy Costs Revive Inflation Anxiety

Rising energy prices and renewed inflation concerns are chipping away at expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts this year, prompting investors to reassess stocks, bonds, and crypto positioning.

Mar 18, 2026 | 599

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Banking

Fed Approves Application by FirstSun Capital Bancorp

The Federal Reserve Board said it approved an application by FirstSun Capital Bancorp, marking a key regulatory milestone for the bank holding company as it advances its strategic plans.

Mar 18, 2026 | 675

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Banking

Fed Ends Enforcement Actions Involving ICBC and Standard Chartered

The Federal Reserve said it has terminated enforcement actions tied to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Standard Chartered, signaling the firms have met supervisory requirements set out in earlier orders.

Mar 18, 2026 | 558

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Banking

Fed Approves Notice Filed by CBS Banc-Corp, Signaling Progress on Regulated Banking Action

The Federal Reserve Board approved a notice submitted by CBS Banc-Corp, marking a regulatory milestone for the bank’s strategy under federal oversight. The decision underscores the Fed’s role in supervising transactions and activities within the U.S. banking system.

Mar 18, 2026 | 543

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Banking

Fed Ends Enforcement Action Against Wells Fargo, Signaling Compliance Progress

The Federal Reserve Board said it has terminated an enforcement action with Wells Fargo, closing a chapter in the bank’s regulatory oversight and signaling progress on remediation efforts.

Mar 18, 2026 | 599

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Markets

U.S. Grants Temporary Leeway to Buy Russian Oil Already at Sea to Steady Energy Markets

Washington has issued a time-limited authorization allowing purchases of Russian crude already in transit, aiming to ease near-term supply tightness and stabilize energy markets without lifting broader sanctions.

Mar 18, 2026 | 560

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Markets

Drone strike ignites major fire at UAE’s Fujairah oil hub, spotlighting a key shipping choke-point bypass

A fresh drone attack triggered a large fire at the Fujairah oil and shipping hub, the UAE’s critical route that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz. The incident—second in as many days—raises fresh questions for energy markets, shipping insurers, and risk-sensitive assets.

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