Oil Swings Threaten Global Trade
Oil price volatility, fueled by Middle East conflicts, will significantly reduce global merchandise trade growth by late next year.
06 May 2026
Stocks Slide as Volatility Spikes, Oil Surges
Global equities fell on April 20, 2026 as the VIX jumped to 19.10 and crude oil surged to $89.08, while Europe slid and Asia rose.
21 Apr 2026
Mideast Tensions Jolt Global Markets, Oil Prices Surge
Global markets swung in late March and early April 2026 as Middle East developments moved oil, equities, and volatility; April 1 saw a rebound.
02 Apr 2026
Escalating Gulf Conflict Impacts Global Markets
Gulf tensions between the US and Iran lifted oil volatility, strengthened the dollar, and pushed yields higher as markets repriced rate expectations.
23 Mar 2026
VIX Index Declines Amidst Global Market Fluctuations
The VIX declined to 26.31 on March 16, 2026, a 3.24% drop, even as U.S. stock indices fell, amidst global market fluctuations.
16 Mar 2026
PayPay IPO Prices Below Target Amid Market Volatility
PayPay's U.S. IPO priced at $16 per share, raising $880 million and valuing the company at $10.7 billion amid market volatility.
12 Mar 2026
US Military Actions Impact Energy Markets
Conflicting US statements on military actions in the Strait of Hormuz caused energy market volatility, prompting concerns over trade security.
11 Mar 2026
