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Oil shock narrative pressures stocks as tech leads declines; investors reassess inflation and rate path

Rising oil prices and Middle East risk are reshaping market leadership, with tech under pressure and energy gaining. Investors weigh inflation, earnings quality, and interest-rate timing.

Mar 28, 2026 | 198

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Asia stocks slip as energy jitters persist; BOJ decision in focus

Asian markets weakened after Wall Street’s decline, with investors watching the Bank of Japan’s rate call amid elevated energy risks tied to Middle East tensions.

Mar 26, 2026 | 393

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U.S. waives Jones Act for 60 days to ease oil market strains amid Middle East conflict

The administration authorized a 60‑day waiver of the Jones Act to allow foreign‑flagged tankers to move petroleum between U.S. ports, aiming to stabilize the oil market and reduce logistics bottlenecks tied to the Iran war.

Mar 26, 2026 | 440

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OpenAI tests ads in ChatGPT, stirring optimism—and frustration—across the ad market

OpenAI’s ad pilot inside ChatGPT is energizing advertisers eager for AI-native search inventory, even as some insiders chafe at a measured rollout. With search ads representing a large slice of the digital market, the move could reshape performance budgets if scaled.

Mar 26, 2026 | 439

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Cramer urges vigilance as markets weaken, but says disciplined buyers can still find value

CNBC’s Jim Cramer cautioned investors to brace for more stock volatility while keeping a selective buy list ready. His message: prepare for declines, focus on quality, and use staged entries rather than chasing momentum.

Mar 26, 2026 | 332

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OpenAI to reboot AI shopping after pilot stumbles, as retailers press for cleaner data and smoother onboarding

OpenAI is preparing a second phase of its AI-driven shopping after its Instant Checkout test surfaced inaccurate item data and merchant-onboarding friction. Early participants included Etsy, Walmart and Shopify, underscoring retail interest despite operational gaps.

Mar 26, 2026 | 283

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Spring homebuying season meets higher mortgage rates: what buyers and investors should watch

The 2026 spring housing market is underway, but a rebound in mortgage rates is trimming recent affordability gains. Here’s what changed, why it matters now, and how it could ripple across markets and portfolios.

Mar 26, 2026 | 374

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Memory chip squeeze: What top producers signaled about supply, pricing and margins this week

Updates from Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron suggest memory supply remains tight, with investors debating whether margins are nearing a peak. Here’s what changed, why it matters for markets, and the risks to watch.

Mar 26, 2026 | 355

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Como uma Casa Branca assertiva se tornou um impulsionador central dos mercados, do petróleo e das expectativas de juros

O uso expansivo da autoridade executiva pela presidência está a remodelar a forma como os investidores avaliam os preços do petróleo, as expectativas para as taxas de juro e os lucros setoriais — colocando as medidas de política ao lado dos fundamentos nos manuais de mercado.

Mar 26, 2026 | 219

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