Market Overview
Optimism surrounding the US-China summit in Beijing supported the markets
2026.05.15
Additional support for markets came from optimism ahead of the US-China summit in Beijing. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the two sides are discussing accelerated approval of certain...
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The oil market may remain in a state of severe supply shortage until autumn
2026.05.14
On Wednesday, WTI oil prices held near 102 dollars per barrel, trimming part of their intraday losses after a rapid increase of more than 7% over the previous three sessions, as tensions in the Middle...
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European stock markets declined amid rising concerns about an energy crisis
2026.05.13
On Tuesday, European stock markets fell sharply amid rising concerns about an energy crisis and increasing inflationary pressure. The failure of negotiations between the US and Iran heightened risks o...
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The United States rejected Iran’s proposal for resolving the conflict. Oil prices surged again
2026.05.12
WTI oil prices continued to rise, climbing toward 98 dollars per barrel after statements by US President Donald Trump that the current ceasefire between the US and Iran remains extremely unstable. Thi...
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The US stock indices continue to set new records. China’s exports showed a sharp increase
2026.05.11
In Asia on Friday, Japan’s Nikkei 225 (JP225) fell by 0.19% (weekly result +3.60%), China’s FTSE China A50 closed down by 0.90% (weekly result -0.88%), Hong Kong’s Hang Seng (HK50) declined by 0.87% (...
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Week's main events (May 11 – May 15)
2026.05.11
Key inflation reads and geopolitics in focus this week
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The Central Bank of Norway unexpectedly raised the interest rate. Natural gas prices jumped after storage data
2026.05.08
The Central Bank of Norway (Norges Bank) unexpectedly raised the key rate by 25 basis points to 4.25%, although the market mostly expected it to remain unchanged. The regulator explained the decision...
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American stocks reached new record highs. Silver jumped 6%
2026.05.07
On Wednesday, silver (XAG) rose sharply, gaining more than 6% and climbing above $77 per ounce, reaching its highest level in recent weeks. The price increase was driven by easing inflation concerns a...
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The Swiss franc remains a stable “safe haven” for investors. Hong Kong’s economy showed impressive growth
2026.05.06
The Swiss franc (CHF) held near 0.78 per US dollar, remaining close to historical highs. The currency is supported both by expectations regarding Swiss National Bank policy and by steady demand for sa...
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RBA raises interest rate to 4.35%. Investors flee to the US dollar amid escalation in the Middle East
2026.05.05
On Tuesday, the Australian dollar (AUD) fell to 0.71 USD, losing support after the Reserve Bank of Australia meeting. Although the RBA raised the cash rate for the third consecutive time, by 25 basis...
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