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Hormuz Bypass Routes Show The Gulf’s Limits

The war involving Iran has exposed a hard truth about global energy trade: there is no easy substitute for the Strait of Hormuz. As shipping through the waterway has been disrupted, attention has turned to pipelines and other possible export routes across
May 5, 2026
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Money Shapes Marriage and Divorce Decisions

Financial pressure can outweigh emotions Money is playing a decisive role in how Canadians approach marriage, conflict and separation, according to new research from BMO. The findings suggest that financial security often influences relationship decisions as strongly as emotional considerations, particularly when
June 15, 2026
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GBP/USD Stalls Ahead Of US Inflation Data

Pound struggles to extend recovery The British pound lost momentum against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, with GBP/USD holding in a tight range during Asian trading. After recovering from a three-week low over the previous two sessions, the pair failed to build
June 10, 2026
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Canadian dollar hits new 2026 low

The Canadian dollar ended Monday at its weakest closing level of the year, falling to 71.67 cents U.S. as pressure continued to build on the currency. Economists at National Bank of Canada pointed to an unusual driver behind the decline: gold. While
June 9, 2026
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Dollar Holds Near Two-Month High

Jobs Data Strengthens The Dollar The U.S. dollar held near a two-month high on Monday after a stronger-than-expected jobs report pushed traders to increase bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike later this year. The yen remained under pressure and moved deeper
June 8, 2026
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USD/JPY Climbs Back Above 160

Yen Weakness Extends Into New Week USD/JPY is trading above 160 once again, with the yen heading into the new week under renewed pressure despite markets pricing in nearly two full Bank of Japan rate hikes by year-end. The move raises a
June 7, 2026
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Canadian Dollar Holds Near Six-Week Low

Loonie Stabilizes After Recent Weakness The Canadian dollar steadied near a multi-week low against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, as weak domestic economic data and uncertainty over upcoming trade talks continued to weigh on sentiment. The loonie traded nearly unchanged at 1.3838
June 3, 2026
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Dollar Rises As Hormuz Deal Doubts Grow

Greenback Nears Two-Month High The U.S. dollar strengthened on Thursday, trading just below its strongest level since early April as doubts increased over the chances of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The move came as investors also turned their
June 2, 2026
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U.S. Stocks Hit Records As Oil Falls

Wall Street Extends Its Rally U.S. stocks edged higher on Wednesday, setting fresh records as falling oil prices eased pressure on households, businesses and inflation expectations. The S&P 500 rose by less than 0.1% and added to the all-time high reached the
May 28, 2026
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Stocks Rise As Iran Deal Hopes Grow

Markets Climb Ahead Of Long Weekend Major stock indexes rose on Friday while Treasury yields eased, as investors weighed the possibility of a near-term agreement to end the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran. Oil prices also gained, reflecting the uncertainty that
May 23, 2026
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Stocks Move After Earnings And Deal Updates

Estee Lauder Rises After Merger Talks End Shares of Estee Lauder Companies jumped nearly 12% after the cosmetics group and Puig confirmed that they had ended talks over a potential merger. The move was welcomed by investors, suggesting relief that the company
May 22, 2026
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