The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 3.5% over the 12 months ending in June 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This marked a deceleration from the annual …
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Gold prices have retreated from record highs as markets recalibrate expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate policy and shifting geopolitical risk premiums. While bullion remains a structurally significant asset for …
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Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following a series of reported military engagements involving U.S. and Iranian-linked forces near the Strait of Hormuz and Bahrain. These incidents, which include …
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Iranian-Linked Cryptocurrency Wallets Moved $3.8 Billion Through CoinEx, Says TRM Labs Since 2019, Iranian-linked cryptocurrency wallets have moved over $3.8 billion through the CoinEx exchange, according to blockchain analytics firm …
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The Status of Iran’s Strategic Position Following Recent Regional Escalations The Islamic Republic of Iran is currently navigating a complex period of regional realignment following a series of direct military …
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Why Are JGB Yields Volatile Amid Global Tensions? Japanese Government Bond (JGB) yields fell slightly on Friday as investors reassessed risks following U.S. strikes on Iran, according to a report …
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Israel and Iran Exchange Fire Amid Escalating Tensions Israel and Iran have exchanged missile attacks, reigniting fears of a broader regional conflict. The Israeli military confirmed that Iran fired missiles …
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The Strategic Evolution of the Strait of Hormuz: Infrastructure and Geopolitical Risk The Strait of Hormuz remains the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint, with roughly one-fifth of global oil consumption …
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The Quiet Rise of Middle Eastern Influence in Africa and Its Implications for U.S. Policy For decades, the Western narrative on Africa has fixated on China’s growing footprint, but a …
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The Strategic Paradox: Why Middle East Cease-Fires Persist Despite Their Fragility In the volatile landscape of the Middle East, the term “cease-fire” often carries a weight that the reality of …
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