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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...