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Russia expands military cooperation with Iran — WSJ
Russia has been expanding its intelligence sharing and military cooperation with Iran, providing satellite imagery and improved drone technology to aid Tehran’s targeting of US forces in the region, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.
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Tue, Mar 17
S&P places Iraq at risk of downgrade as Hormuz shutdown hurts oil output
March 17 (Reuters) - S&P Global placed Iraq's "B-" long-term sovereign credit rating on CreditWatch negative on Tuesday, citing the risk of a downgrade after a sharp drop in the country's oil output tied to escalating conflict in the Middle East.Iraq's oil production dropped ...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
US gasoline prices soar past $3.75 a gallon as Middle East war rages on
NEW YORK, March 17 (Reuters) - The U.S. national average price for gasoline surpassed $3.75 a gallon for the first time since October 2023 on Tuesday, GasBuddy data showed, as global fuel markets continue to reel under supply disruptions caused by the Middle East war.Surging pump prices are set to p...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
S&P Places Iraq Ratings On Creditwatch Negative Due To Regional Conflict-Related Cuts In Oil Production
March 17 (Reuters) - S&P: S&P: IRAQ RATINGS PLACED ON CREDITWATCH NEGATIVE DUE TO REGIONAL CONFLICT-RELATED CUTS IN OIL PRODUCTIONS&P: CREDITWATCH NEGATIVE REFLECTS RISK OF DOWNGRADE FOR IRAQ DUE TO SHARP FALL IN OIL PRODUCTION TIED TO INCREASED ESCALATION OF MIDDLE EAST CONFLICTS&P:...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
US to ease Venezuela sanctions to unlock more oil amid Iran war, Bloomberg News reports
March 17 (Reuters) - The Trump administration intends to take additional steps to ease sanctions on Venezuela's oil sector in an effort to increase crude production amid the ongoing Iran war, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the plan.The moves, which could be annou...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
TREASURIES-US bonds rise modestly as investors await Fed signals on Middle East risks
FOMC statement ahead; market keen to hear remarks on Iran impactUS rate futures price in one cut in 2026US 2/10 yield curve flattens for 2nd straight dayUS 20-year bond auction shows solid outcomeBy Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss NEW YORK, March 17 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasuries rose modestly in a relativ...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
What to Watch in the Day Ahead - Wednesday, March 18
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is scheduled to conclude its two-day policy meet on interest rates, followed by the release of a closely watched statement. The U.S. central bank is widely expected to leave rates unchanged at 3.5% to 3.75%, while the U.S. Federal Reserve chair will hold a ne...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
TRY: High energy sensitivity and policy pressure – BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas underlines Türkiye’s acute sensitivity to higher energy prices and exchange rate moves. The report notes a large energy deficit, strong exchange rate pass‑through and a sharp rise in local yields, as markets price faster monetary tightening.
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Tue, Mar 17
TREASURIES-US bonds drift higher, but Middle East caution lingers; Fed in focus
FOMC statement ahead; market keen to hear remarks on Iran impactUS rate futures price in one cut in 2026US 2/10 yield curve flattens for 2nd straight dayUS Treasury to auction $13 billion in 20-year bondsBy Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss NEW YORK, March 17 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasuries edged higher on T...Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
WRAPUP 1-US pending home sales rebound on lower mortgage rates before Iran war
Pending home sales rise 1.8% in February, defying expectationsMiddle East conflict raises oil prices, impacting mortgage ratesHousing market faces challenges from high costs, labor shortages, and tariffsBy Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON, March 17 (Reuters) - Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S....Reuters
Tue, Mar 17
