Strait of Hormuz Reopening Sends Oil Down, Markets Rally; Strategist Warns Against Premature Optimism Iran’s announcement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil sharply lower and stocks higher. Martin …
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Iran war drives global pistachio shortage and hikes Dubai chocolate prices
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerIran conflict triggers global pistachio crisis, pushing prices for luxury confections Iran’s conflict disrupts pistachio exports, triggering a global pistachio crisis that raises prices and benefits California growers while squeezing …
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EBRD Chief Economist Javorcik Warns Higher Energy Prices Will Persist
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerEBRD Chief Economist Javorcik Says Energy Prices Will Remain Elevated as Middle East Tensions Rise European economies face sustained pressure from higher energy prices, EBRD chief economist Beata Javorcik warns …
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German fuel prices jump after midday spike despite two-month tax cut
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerFuel prices rise again in Germany after midday spike, ADAC data shows Germany sees renewed increase in fuel prices after a midday surge; ADAC reports sharp jumps in E10 and …
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European gas prices surge up to 18% after failed US–Iran talks European gas prices jumped on April 13, 2026 after talks between the United States and Iran collapsed, with key …
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Oil prices surge after US-Iran talks collapse as bond yields climb
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerMarkets Hold Steady as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Send Oil Prices Soaring After US-Iran talks collapsed, markets opened modestly lower while oil and bond yields surged as concerns over the …
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Oil prices top $100 after Trump announces Strait of Hormuz blockade
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerStrait of Hormuz oil prices surge past $100 after US announces blockade Strait of Hormuz oil prices spike above $100 as US orders blockade starting April 13, 2026, at 16:00 …
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CDU premiers demand immediate federal action on energy prices, suspend CO2 levy
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoGermany Urged to Act as Energy Prices Trigger Calls for Immediate Relief German state leaders demand rapid federal action to ease rising energy prices and propose suspending the CO2 levy …
