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Iran Plans New Hormuz Rules; Markets Eye U.S. Jobs Data

Iran Plans New Hormuz Rules; Markets Eye U.S. Jobs Data

U.S. July nonfarm payrolls, seen as a critical test of labour market direction. Forecast: +80,000 jobs (prior +57,000), unemployment rate rising to 4.3% (prior 4.2%), average hourly earnings steady at +0.3% MoM. Against the backdrop of record equity highs, a soft dollar, and gold’s rebound, this report is the week’s global market centrepiece.
ATFX | 23 days ago
SPX vs SPCX: Spot the Difference

SPX vs SPCX: Spot the Difference

SpaceX (SPCX) faces its first major post-IPO test as the lock-up period expires, potentially adding 911.5 million shares to the market. Whilst the stock has underperformed the S&P 500, investors are now assessing whether additional supply will trigger sustained selling or be absorbed by demand. The market's response could prove decisive for the stock's near-term direction.
Headway | 24 days ago
 Oil wavers amid doubts about Hormuz deal, stocks ease from record

Oil wavers amid doubts about Hormuz deal, stocks ease from record

Iran and Oman reach deal on Hormuz but final details still being worked out. Oil prices hover around $75.00 as deal hinges on US approval. Dollar trades sideways ahead of US payrolls report Gold continues to edge higher on Middle East optimism, softer dollar. Stocks mixed after new record highs.
XM Group | 24 days ago
Oil Markets Stabilize as Hormuz Agreement Eases Supply Concerns | 6th August, 2026

Oil Markets Stabilize as Hormuz Agreement Eases Supply Concerns | 6th August, 2026

Oil markets stabilized after the Iran-Oman agreement eased concerns over supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, while fading expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes weakened the US Dollar. The softer Greenback supported the Canadian Dollar, Swiss Franc, and Euro as investors turned their focus to energy markets, central bank guidance, and upcoming economic data.
Moneta Markets | 24 days ago
Gold Rises for Fourth Consecutive Day: Geopolitics and Data Lend Support

Gold Rises for Fourth Consecutive Day: Geopolitics and Data Lend Support

Gold rose to 4,300 USD per ounce on Thursday, marking its fourth consecutive session of gains. The metal has advanced nearly 6% since the start of the week, supported by a partial agreement to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which has weighed on oil prices and eased concerns over inflation and further rate hikes.
RoboForex | 24 days ago
Gold Tops $4,250 on Soft US Data - CPT Markets

Gold Tops $4,250 on Soft US Data - CPT Markets

🥇 Gold surges 4.3% to $4,250 as ADP crashes to 44K vs 70K expected — DXY near 3-month lows. WTI slips below $75 as Iran-Oman reach temporary Hormuz shipping deal. ISM Services misses at 54.1. Eurozone services returns to expansion. Jobless claims and FOMC's Musalem in focus today.
CPT Markets | 24 days ago
How will the yen defend its gains?

How will the yen defend its gains?

The yen is dependent on the actions of the BoJ and the Fed: support from the Bank of Japan will strengthen it, but carry trades and strong US data could put pressure back on USDJPY.
FxPro | 24 days ago