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Futures now tip Fed toward possible rate hike as inflation worries resurface

Pricing in fed funds futures shifted on March 27, 2026, putting the odds of at least one rate increase by year-end at 52%. The move underscores persistent inflation anxiety and forces investors to revisit portfolios across stocks, credit, ETFs, and crypto.

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Asian stocks retreat as Brent crude aims for record monthly gain; rate path in focus

Equities across Asia slipped as Brent crude headed toward a record monthly rise, reviving inflation concerns and putting central bank rate expectations back at the center of global markets.

Mar 31, 2026 | 409

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Energy stocks rally: what a 56%+ surge says about the sector’s next leg

An energy stock’s 56%+ jump spotlights how oil prices, tight capital spending, and high rates are reshaping sector returns. Here’s what changed, why it matters, and how investors across equities, credit, and ETFs might position.

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Saudi stocks edge lower as Tadawul All Share slips 0.13% amid cautious risk tone

The Tadawul All Share Index fell 0.13% in the latest session, signaling a cautious stance among investors as they track earnings, rates, and global risk sentiment.

Mar 31, 2026 | 338

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South Korea leads regional sell-off with 5% slide as Middle East war extends into fifth week

Asia-Pacific stocks retreated Monday, with South Korea’s market down 5% as the Middle East war enters a fifth week, pressuring risk sentiment into the final days of the quarter.

Mar 31, 2026 | 366

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Investor takeaway: Unclear U.S. endgame in Iran war keeps pressure on stocks

Uncertainty around the Trump administration’s objectives in the Iran conflict is weighing on risk appetite, with market focus shifting to policy clarity, earnings resilience, and energy supply risks.

Mar 31, 2026 | 368

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Managed futures resurface as a defensive play as stocks and bonds retreat, oil touches $100

With equities and Treasurys sliding and crude oil back near $100, trend-following managed futures are drawing fresh attention as a potential hedge—echoing their strong showing during 2022’s cross-asset selloff.

Mar 31, 2026 | 410

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Three forces behind a tough week for stocks: geopolitics, inflation repricing, and earnings quality

Risk appetite faltered as investors grappled with heightened geopolitical tension, shifting interest-rate expectations, and questions about earnings durability. We break down what changed, why it matters, and the implications for equity, credit, ETF, and crypto markets.

Mar 31, 2026 | 301

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Plásticos, não apenas petróleo: como um choque no Estreito de Ormuz pode elevar o risco de inflação em vários mercados

Concentrar-se apenas no petróleo subestima o risco de inflação decorrente de qualquer perturbação no Estreito de Ormuz. As matérias-primas petroquímicas e os plásticos transportados através desse gargalo influenciam diretamente os preços dos bens de consumo e as margens das empresas.

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