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Jun 26, 2025 9:08 PM ISTUS Stock Market LIVE Updates: Informal Mining Boom Is Biggest Fear for Peru’s Copper InvestorsThe biggest threat to Peru tapping more of its giant copper deposits is rising informal and illegal mining activity, according to the head of the country’s main industry association, SNMPE.   Peru has slipped to third in the global copper-production ranking and last year posted its first decline in output in five years. This year, it should be able to get back to growth, albeit slightly, and reach a record 3.4...

With the US striking Iranian nuclear sites, there is a concern that a spreading conflict could ... More impact oil supply and thus choke global economic growth. This piece examines the impact of past geopolitical events on markets and the potential US economic implications of the Israel-Iran conflict. Vector illustrationgetty Beyond the obvious humanitarian tragedy that surrounds any armed conflict, the Israel-Iran war has crucial possible implications for the global economy. With the US striking Iranian nuclear sites, there is a concern that a spreading conflict could impact oil supply...

A recent surge in global oil prices, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, has increased pressure on Asian currencies, with analysts warning of heightened downside risks for the Thai baht, Korean won, and Taiwan dollar. According to a note by Barclays Plc, the upward momentum in oil is beginning to weigh heavily on the region’s largely oil-importing economies.In a report released Tuesday, Barclays’ Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities (FICC) Research team said that a sharp escalation in the Israel-Iran conflict could worsen the outlook further. Barclays flags downside...

The Indian Rupee ticks higher after sliding to near 86.20 against the US Dollar.Tehran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt the Oil supply chain.Investors expect the Fed to leave interest rates steady on Wednesday.The Indian Rupee (INR) surrenders early losses after posting a fresh two-month low near 86.20 against the US Dollar (USD) and ticks up to near 86.00 during European trading hours on Monday. The USD/INR pair faces pressure as the US Dollar (USD) falls back, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) retreating to near 98.00...

May 27, 2025 8:49 AM ISTUS Stock Market Live: Japan Loses Top Creditor StatusJapan lost its position as the world’s largest creditor nation for the first time in 34 years, despite posting a record amount of overseas assets. Japan’s net external assets reached ¥533.05 trillion ($3.7 trillion) at the end of 2024, rising about 13% from the previous year, according to data released Tuesday by the Ministry of Finance. While the figure marked an all-time high, it was overtaken by Germany, whose net external assets totaled ¥569.7 trillion. China remained...

By CNBCTV18.COM |  May 27, 2025 7:42 AM IST (Updated)US Stock Market Live: Futures on Wall Street are maintaining gains from the holiday trade as trading will resume later this evening after the Memorial Day Holiday. The Dow futures are currently trading with gains of 350 points, while those on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are trading 60 points and 240 points higher respectively. Watch this space for all the Live updates.US Stock Market Live: Futures on Wall Street are maintaining gains from the holiday trade as trading will resume later...

US Stock Market Live: Futures on Wall Street have seen a sharp surge on Sunday evening US time, after the Trump administration and China, both cited "substantial progress" on trade talks that took place over the weekend in Geneva, Switzerland. The Dow futures are up 440 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures are up 70 points and 280 points respectively. Watch this space for all the Live updates.US Stock Market Live: Futures on Wall Street have seen a sharp surge on Sunday evening US time, after the Trump...