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Brent reaches $87 and U.S. crude tops $80 for the first time in over a year as oil prices surge.
Aluminum posts its strongest weekly gain since 2024 as Middle East tensions fuel concerns over supply disruptions.
Dubai’s main stock index drops around 2% in early trading as geopolitical uncertainty weighs on regional markets.
South Korean stocks surge more than 12% a day after a major selloff, potentially marking the exchange’s best session on record.
Apple launches the $599 MacBook Neo with an A18 Pro chip, expanding its entry-level laptop lineup.
Nvidia and Amazon temporarily close Middle East offices as companies respond to rising regional tensions.
The global crypto market adds about $100 billion in value within 10 hours as prices rebound after heavy selling.
Gold and silver lose $1.3 trillion in value within an hour amid sharp commodity market volatility.
Pakistan halts trading after a 5% drop, while UAE markets close for two days amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Berkshire Hathaway cuts Amazon and Bank of America stakes while adding New York Times and boosting energy and insurance holdings.