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Samsung Drops Another 10% Amid U.S.-Iran Conflict; U.S. Foundry Mass Production Delayed Again
TradingKey - On Wednesday, March 4, the US-Iran conflict continued to weigh on Asian markets. By the close of the South Korean stock market, the benchmark KOSPI Index triggered intraday circuit breakers for the second consecutive day and closed sharply lower, falling 12.11% today. Heavyweight SamsunTradingKey
Wed, Mar 4
Pound Sterling weakens to near 1.3300 as geopolitical risks bolster US Dollar
The GBP/USD pair attracts some sellers to around 1.3310 during the early European session on Wednesday. Escalating conflict in the Middle East triggers a "flight to safety," supporting the US Dollar (USD) against the Pound Sterling (GBP).
Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 4
US Dollar Index rises above 99.00 as Middle East tensions drive inflation fears
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, extends gains for the third consecutive day, trading around 99.20 during the Asian hours on Wednesday.
Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 4
KOSPI Plunges 8%, Triggers Market Circuit Breaker
TradingKey - Seoul’s equity market suffered its sharpest shock on Wednesday morning, with panic spreading quickly after the opening bell. The benchmark KOSPI Index tumbled more than 5% within minutes of the open, breaching the key 5,500-point psychological threshold.TradingKey
Wed, Mar 4
EUR/USD remains offered below 1.1600, seems vulnerable near multi-month low
The EUR/USD pair struggles to capitalize on the overnight bounce from the 1.1530 region, or the lowest level since November 2025, and lower for the third consecutive day on Wednesday. Spot prices slide back below the 1.1600 mark during the Asian session and seem vulnerable to slide further.
Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 4
Australian Dollar remains subdued following GDP data
AUD/USD extends its losses for the second successive session, trading around 0.7010 during the Asian hours on Wednesday. The pair remains under pressure following the release of Australian Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data. Attention now turns to the US ISM Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI),
Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 4
Japan and South Korea Stocks Extend Decline, Nikkei 225 Index Falls Below 55,000
TradingKey - On March 4, the benchmark indices of Japan and South Korea opened under pressure and trended lower. South Korea’s KOSPI Index opened down 3.44%, with intraday losses widening to as much as 6% before narrowing. In the Japanese market, the Nikkei 225 Index opened 1.4% lower and continued to decline, breaking below the 55,000 psychological level during intraday trading.TradingKey
Wed, Mar 4
Today’s Market Recap: U.S. Markets Retreat Amid Intensifying Middle East Conflict and Global Supply Disruptions
U.S. markets faced a broad sell-off as escalating Middle East tensions and significant energy supply disruptions from Qatar and Iraq pressured investor sentiment. While indices recovered slightly from intraday lows, the focus remains on the Strait of Hormuz blockade and soaring commodity prices.
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Wed, Mar 4
Bitcoin Holds Steady As Middle East Conflict Rattles Markets
War is burning across the Middle East. Oil prices are climbing. Stock markets in Asia have taken a hit. And yet, Bitcoin is still standing above $66,000 — a fact that has caught the attention of analysts keeping a close eye on the market.NewsBTC
Wed, Mar 4
Gold falls to near $5,100 as inflation fears weigh amidst Middle East conflict
Gold price (XAU/USD) faces some selling pressure near $5,100 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The precious metal falls amid a renewed US Dollar (USD) demand and dimming prospects for US rate cuts.
Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 4
US President Donald Trump says will provide insurance for ships in Gulf amid Iranian attacks
US President Donald Trump said the country's navy will offer insurance to ships in the Gulf after Iran largely succeeded in shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, BBC reported on Tuesday. Trump added that the US military will accompany ships through Hormuz if necessary.
Fxstreet
Wed, Mar 4
Middle East Tensions Drive Multiple Energy Small-Cap Stocks to Surge Over 100%, Shipping Concepts Follow, Market Shows Polarization
TradingKey — In US pre-market trading on March 3, energy sector stocks saw collective movement, with share prices of several related companies rallying significantly to become the primary drivers of the pre-market gainers list. Meanwhile, the three major US indices trended lower across the board.TradingKey
Tue, Mar 3
Middle East Conflict Escalates, Trump’s “At Any Cost” Rhetoric Ignites Panic, Three Major US Index Futures Fall Over 1.5%
TradingKey - At 8:50 AM ET on March 3, pre-market US stock futures weakened across the board, while the commodities market showed significant divergence, with crude oil continuing to climb and precious metals facing short-term pressure. As conflicts in the Middle East continue to escalate, Trump’s vow to strike Iran "at all costs" has further exacerbated market panic.
Silver Loses $80, Plunges 12% Intraday; Gold Dives $100 in Short Term; Has Safe-Haven Rally Ended?
TradingKey - During Tuesday's US pre-market session (as of 6:40 AM ET), spot silver fell below $80 per ounce intraday, hitting a low of $77.9625, its lowest level since February 20. The intraday decline reached 12% at one point, and it is currently trading at $80.4 per ounce.
Black Tuesday for South Korean Stocks: SK Hynix and Samsung Plunge 10% Amid Escalating US-Iran Conflict; KOSPI Records Largest Single-Day Drop in 19 Months
TradingKey - On Tuesday (March 3), South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix closed down 11.5% and Samsung Electronics fell 9.88%, dragging the broader South Korean stock market lower.TradingKey
Tue, Mar 3
Middle East Conflict Persists, Asian Stocks Plunge on Risk Aversion, Local Markets Show Resilience
TradingKey — Asia-Pacific stock markets plummeted during the Asian trading session. The Nikkei 225 Index fell over 3.3% to 56,124, while the TOPIX Index dropped 3.3% to 3,769 points. South Korea's KOSPI Index closed down sharply by 7.2% at 5,792.2 points. The Shanghai Composite Index fell more than 1.4%, the Shenzhen Component Index dropped over 3%, and the Hang Seng Index declined by more than 1%.TradingKey
Tue, Mar 3
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