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32 stories from Planck Standard. Latest: September 4, 2026.
Between March and August, DNB cut the share of its reserves held in North America from just over half to 37%. Its governor said gold at the Bank of England is the fastest to trade in an emergency.
New analysis shows how major powers projected centralized views onto Ukraine and Iran, leading to deadlocked wars that have ensnared both superpowers in prolonged conflicts.
Some analysts warn international oil prices could climb much higher in coming weeks if the Strait of Hormuz doesn't reopen soon.
The landlocked body of water takes on new significance as Russia ships military and commercial goods to bolster Tehran's ability to withstand American assault.
Energy markets reacted dramatically to news that the United States believes it is approaching an agreement to end the war with Iran.
The conflict in Iran has prompted neighboring nations to turn to Beijing for assistance, giving China the regional sway it has long sought to establish.
Competition between Gulf powers intensifies over energy quotas and regional conflicts, with officials struggling to maintain facade of cooperation.
Maritime attacks threaten vital oil shipping route despite conflicting claims from Washington and Tehran about control of the strategic waterway.
Markets react cautiously to continued geopolitical tensions as investors weigh energy supply risks against broader economic impacts.
Crude futures tumble and stock markets surge to record highs after Iran's foreign minister announces Strait of Hormuz open for commercial vessels.
Tehran's control over key waterways demonstrates a new deterrent strategy that doesn't rely on nuclear capabilities, analysts say.
Energy markets surge and stock indexes hit all-time highs as tensions ease over critical shipping lane.
American officials say Beijing may have shipped missiles to Iran and is allowing companies to sell military supplies to Tehran as conflict escalates.
WatchKMT chairwoman Cheng Li-wun traveled to the Great Hall of the People on a self-described "peace mission" as Beijing pushes for influence ahead of a planned Trump-Xi summit in May.
Tehran continues restricting vital shipping traffic through the strategic waterway, forcing nations into deals that could strain relations with Washington.
Energy markets remain volatile as doubts grow about the durability of the peace agreement announced just two days earlier by President Trump.
Energy markets respond to growing uncertainty about the durability of the U.S.-Iran truce announced just two days earlier.
Iranian officials say Chinese diplomatic intervention helped push Tehran to accept two-week deal with United States, highlighting China's stake in avoiding wider war.
Three months after the US military captured Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela's acting president has exceeded her constitutionally set term without a vote to extend it — while ordinary Venezuelans wait in vain for economic improvement.
Energy markets surge and stocks tumble as President Trump's ultimatum for reopening the Strait of Hormuz approaches this evening.
In his annual shareholder letter, Dimon calls for recommitment to American ideals while highlighting emerging threats to the financial system.
U.S. seeks access to three additional areas on Arctic island as part of broader strategic positioning, while Greenlanders express concerns about increased presence.
JPMorgan Chase CEO issues optimistic assessment weeks into the conflict, suggesting current hostilities might ultimately lead to regional stability.
Markets rally on news that president has backed away from threats to attack Iran's power grid, raising hopes for diplomatic resolution to Middle East conflict.
Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council was a central figure in the country's wartime leadership
Elimination of Supreme National Security Council secretary marks major escalation in third week of regional war
Markets attempt cautious recovery even as prolonged war keeps energy costs elevated and inflation fears simmering
Crude rallies amid escalating conflict as Israel confirms killing senior Iranian officials
Disruption to the world's most critical oil chokepoint forces Asia's largest buyers to diversify crude sources at speed
Rapidan Energy founder warns crude will 'march higher' as tanker traffic disruptions fuel uncertainty in global oil trade
Implied volatility gauges for equities, oil, and bonds have spiked sharply, but crypto options markets signal unusual calm
The halt at the key export hub outside the Strait of Hormuz adds to mounting concerns over Middle East energy supply chains