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Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in United Arab Emirates, March 11, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo REFILE - CORRECTING "TANKERS" TO "CARGO SHIPS" AND REMOVING ACTION "SAIL".
Mar 23, 2026

Oil prices plunge 10% on US-Iran talks to resolve the hostilities in the Middle East

Oil prices dropped about 10% following US-Iran talks aimed at resolving Middle East hostilities, easing fears of further escalation and supply disruptions.

A Wall Street sign hangs near to the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)
Mar 20, 2026

Wall Street ends sharply lower; Middle East turmoil fans inflation fear

Wall Street ended sharply lower amid ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, fueling inflation fears and expectations of higher interest rates through 2026.

A Futures-options trader works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange's NYSE American (AMEX) in New York City, U.S., March 17, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Mar 19, 2026

Stocks decline as crude gains with central banks on pause

Global stocks declined as Brent crude prices surged above $119 following Middle East attacks, while major central banks paused interest rate changes amid inflation concerns.

Futures-options traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange's NYSE American (AMEX) in New York City, U.S., March 17, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Mar 18, 2026

Wall Street ends lower after Fed keeps rates unchanged

Wall Street closed lower as the Federal Reserve kept U.S. interest rates unchanged, citing economic risks from the U.S. and Israeli conflict with Iran.

FILE PHOTO: Renovations continue at the Federal Reserve Board building in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 14, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
Mar 18, 2026

Fed leaves rates unchanged, sticks with single cut in 2026 despite higher inflation

The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, forecasting a single rate cut in 2026 despite higher inflation driven by Middle East tensions and oil price spikes.

A pumpjack, used to help lift oil from a well, in the Permian basin near Midland, Texas, U.S., October 8, 2025. REUTERS/Arathy Somasekhar/File Photo
Mar 18, 2026

Oil prices jump 5% after Iran threatens to attack Middle East energy

Oil prices jumped over 5% after Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened attacks on Middle East energy sites, escalating risks to global oil supply amid the US-Israeli conflict.

A cashier loads a turkey and other groceries for checkout at a Walmart Supercenter retail store in North Bergen, New Jersey, U.S., November 21, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Segar/File Photo
Mar 18, 2026

US producer prices surge in February on services

U.S. producer prices rose 0.7% in February, driven by services and rising oil prices due to the Middle East conflict, signaling potential inflation pressures ahead.

A sticker featuring U.S. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, at a gas station on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 8, 2026. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/File Photo
Mar 18, 2026

US drivers face long-term pain at pump, analysts say; Trump bets they are wrong

U.S. drivers are expected to face sustained high fuel prices due to the Iran conflict disrupting oil supply, despite President Trump's optimism on price drops.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., March 16, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Mar 17, 2026

Wall Street ends up as traders turn to Fed

Wall Street ended higher with travel stocks leading gains as the Federal Reserve started its policy meeting amid inflation and geopolitical worries.

A for sale sign is shown for a residential home in Encinitas, California, U.S. July 25, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
Mar 17, 2026

US pending home sales unexpectedly rebound in February on lower mortgage rates

US pending home sales increased 1.8% in February as mortgage rates declined, but gains may be limited by rising oil prices and inflation fears.

An LPG gas tanker at anchor as traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Shinas, Oman, March 11, 2026. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
Mar 17, 2026

Oil prices rise nearly 2% after renewed Iranian attacks on UAE

Oil prices rose nearly 2% following renewed Iranian attacks on UAE oil facilities, raising concerns about global supply disruptions amid the ongoing Iran conflict.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., March 6, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Mar 16, 2026

Wall Street ends higher as traders return to AI stocks

Wall Street closed higher led by AI-related stocks including Meta and Nvidia, while oil prices eased amid Middle East tensions and upcoming Fed meeting.

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