Gold price reaches Rs285,000 per tola in Pakistan

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs1,372 to Rs244,342

JPMorgan sues customers over cheque fraud linked to glitch that went viral

The glitch in August let customers deposit big cheques in ATMs and withdraw funds before clearance

Financial, technology leaders attend Saudi investment conference

The conference organised two large panels on Tuesday, which were set to also feature banking leaders

German consumer sentiment on steady path to recovery in November, finds GfK

Expectations for the next 12 months for Europe's largest economy fell for the third time in a row

Oil prices little changed though US reserve bid lends support

Brent crude futures climbed 4 cents to $71.46 a barrel but US WTI crude was down 1 cent at $67.37

Asian stocks mixed, dollar drifts before megacap earnings, jobs data

The Nikkei ended the day up 0.77%, building on its 1.82% rally in the previous session

PSX scales above 90,000 points as rate cut nears

Ongoing surge in the PSX is believed to be caused by multiple positive indicators

LPG sellers hike prices ahead of winter season

It is being sold between Rs280 and Rs300 per kg

Volkswagen labour chief sounds alarm on mass layoffs

Volkswagen labour chief sounds alarm on mass layoffs

PM Shehbaz embarks on Saudi Arabia visit to attend FII moot

The Future Investment Initiative serves as key platform for countries to showcase economic strength

Gold prices dip by Rs900 to Rs283,400 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs771 to Rs242,970

Stocks rise ahead of action-packed week; Japan election sparks turmoil

Tokyo's Nikkei closed up 1.8%, after initially dipping following the weakest LDP election result

Apple wins $250 US jury verdict in patent case over Masimo smartwatches

The jury agreed with Apple that they willfully violated Apple's patent rights in smartwatch designs

Bricks over clicks as shops come back into fashion in Europe

European retailers are investing in physical shops to stimulate both online and offline sales

Oil slumps more than 4% after Iran downplays Israeli strikes

Brent was at $72.92 a barrel, down $3.13, while WTI slipped $3.15, to $68.63 a barrel

Petrol, diesel prices likely to fall on November 1

The sources hinted that the prices of petrol and HSD may be reduced by Rs3 and Rs2.30 per litre

Finance Minister lauds Pakistani diaspora for bolstering Pak-US economic ties

Aurangzeb briefed Pakistani community of his weeklong engagements in Washington

Japan's Nikkei and yen set to lurch on political uncertainty

Japan's Nikkei and yen set to lurch on political uncertainty

Babar, Shaheen, Naseem return to squad as PCB announces teams for Australia, Zimbabwe tours

Babar, Naseem and Shaheen would be the part of team against Australia but not against Zimbabwe

Oil prices likely to fall after Israel strikes on Iran

Brent and the US WTI crude futures gained 4% last week in volatile trade

Govt launching Panda Bond in Chinese market to diversify financing base: Aurangzeb

Both parties agreed on the importance of offering more routing choices for clients

All rating agencies say Pakistan's economy on right track: Aurangzeb

Says US business community wants to invest in Pakistan

Alibaba to pay 433.5 million dollars to settle shareholder lawsuit over monopoly claims

Alibaba to pay 433.5 million dollars to settle shareholder lawsuit over monopoly claims

Brazil fines meat packers $64 million for buying cattle from deforested Amazon land

Brazil fines meat packers $64 million for buying cattle from deforested Amazon land

Italy's Eni and BP resume onshore drilling in Libya after 10-year hiatus, NOC says

Italy's Eni and BP resume onshore drilling in Libya after 10-year hiatus, NOC says

Gold prices move up by Rs2,000 per tola

The price of gold in the international market increased by $22 per ounce

Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21pc to fight inflation boosted by military spending

Russia’s economy continues to show growth as a result of booming oil export revenues

ADB to provide policy based loan to Pakistan, says Aurangzeb

both sides agreed on the importance of domestic revenue mobilization, regional cooperation

US October nonfarm payrolls seen taking a hit from striking aerospace, hotel workers

US October nonfarm payrolls seen taking a hit from striking aerospace, hotel workers

Thiel's Palantir dumped by Norwegian investor over work for Israel

Thiel's Palantir dumped by Norwegian investor over work for Israel

US, EU trade war would only have losers, German finance minister says

US, EU trade war would only have losers, German finance minister says

Stock market today: Wall Street opens higher but is still headed for a rare losing week

Stock market today: Wall Street opens higher but is still headed for a rare losing week

World Bank gears up to launch debut debt-for-development swap

World Bank gears up to launch debut debt-for-development swap

Gold price plunges by Rs800 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs686 to Rs242,027

Oil heads for weekly gain as Middle East tensions keep market on edge

Brent crude futures climbed 31 cents to $74.69 a barrel and US WTI crude was at $70.48, up 29 cents

Pakistan, South Africa agree to enhance trade, commerce cooperation

Underscored the need for regular engagement and dialogue between both states

Bulls extend rally as 'positive' indicators boost investors' confidence

During the early morning trade, the KSE-100 index reached 90,055 points, an increase of 1,109 points

Leghari explores energy cooperation with China, Iran at BRI moot

He underscores the importance of cross-border energy projects in boosting connectivity, trade

Dow forecasts weak Q4, sagging demand leads to review of some Europe assets

Dow forecasts weak Q4, sagging demand leads to review of some Europe assets

Russia's proposed grain exchange for BRICS countries may take years to launch

Russia's proposed grain exchange for BRICS countries may take years to launch

Govt reduces electricity tariff by 86 paisa per unit

The relief will be reflected in consumers’ electricity bills for October.

PM Shehbaz directs timely completion of reforms in FBR

Shehbaz Sharif was chairing a meeting on the progress of reforms in FBR

Voting for ADB President candidacy on Oct 28

Masato Kanda is the sole candidate for the position

Gold prices dip by Rs2,300 to Rs283,100 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs1,971 to Rs242,713

No end for Boeing labor strike as workers reject latest contract proposal

A spokesperson for Boeing said officials didn’t have a comment on the vote

Bulls become all the rage as KSE-100 index settles near 89,000 points

Expected ease in monetary policy also boosts investors' confidence

Can't burden weighed down salaried class further: Aurangzeb

Says real estate sector, retailers would have to add more into tax revenue

Aurangzeb urges IMF to embed social protection measures in lending frameworks

He highlighted reforms aimed at increasing the tax-to-GDP ratio, reducing energy sector losses

Michelin misses quarterly sales estimates on weaker global demand

Michelin misses quarterly sales estimates on weaker global demand

OGDCL announces gas discovery in Sindh's Khairpur

The Shahu-1 well is estimated to produce around 10 million Standard Cubic Feet per Day of gas

Housing on the ballot: Harris, Trump push different plans for tackling housing affordability crisis

Housing on the ballot: Harris, Trump push different plans for tackling housing affordability crisis

Warren Buffett says he won't endorse investment products or candidates

Warren Buffett says he won't endorse investment products or candidates

Gold prices hit fresh high of Rs285,400 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs1,714 to Rs244,684

Pakistan gets 'encouraging response' from China over debt reprofiling talks, says Aurangzeb

Says provincial govts are to move forward on legislation on agriculture by January

PSX sets yet another record, surges past 87,000 mark

The KSE-110 index increased by 657 points to reach a historical high of 87,124 points

IMF predicts slightly slower global growth in 2024 and 2025

Global growth is expected to ease slightly to 3.2 percent this year and remain at that level in 2025

IMF projects Pakistan's GDP growth rate at 3.2pc in FY25

The report added global growth was expected to remain stable yet underwhelming

Gold price up by Rs1,100 to Rs283,400 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs943 to Rs242,970

Stock market today: Wall Street heads for a rare back-to-back loss

Stock market today: Wall Street heads for a rare back-to-back loss

PSX makes history as KSE-100 index reaches 86,733 points

The KSE-100 index traded at 86,733 points after gaining more than 600 points.

Most voters think the economy is poor, but split on whether Trump or Harris can fix it: AP-NORC poll

Most voters think the economy is poor, but split on whether Trump or Harris can fix it: AP-NORC poll

Pakistan to be at $3 trillion on 100 years of its independence, asserts Ahsan Iqbal

Says Pakistan to rank among top 10 economies of the world

Amnesty says migrant workers exploited at Carrefour Saudi stores

Carrefour told AFP that an internal probe had not confirmed most allegations

Petroleum imports up by 15.74pc in 1st quarter

The imports of overall petroleum group during July-September (2024-25) stood at $4,053.017mn

IMF, World Bank meetings clouded by wars, slow economic growth, US election

"The US election is not on the official agenda this week, but it's on everyone's mind"

As poor nations' default wave peaks, cash shortage could take its place

The IMF and others worry that a dangerous liquidity shortfall could take its place in many economies

Asia shares wobble while bitcoin and gold rally

The Beijing Stock Exchange 50 Index jumped 14% to a record high. Japan's Nikkei rose 0.12%

Oil prices regain ground after 7pc weekly drop

Brent crude futures rose 27 cents to $73.33 a barrel while US WTI futures gained 31 cents to $69.53

PSX shrugs off bearish trend as bulls return to rule

The positive trend continued as by the midday the index gained 709.26 points to climb to 85,959.35

Finance Minister departs for US to attend IMF, WB meetings

Also meet with his counterparts from China, UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE

CAEDA to make investment of $13b in Pakistan

It also sent 20 fishing boats to Pakistan with an investment of 500 million dollars.

Aurangzeb vows to maintain macroeconomic stability

Students and housewives will not face any issue in filing taxes

Gold prices up by Rs900 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs772 to Rs241,598

SBP releases governor's annual report 2023-24

Total banking sector deposits see a notable growth on account of elevated interest rates

China's economy grows at a 4.6% rate in the last quarter, falls short of the official 5% target

China’s economy grows at a 4.6% rate in the last quarter, falls short of the official 5% target

Early trading on Wall Street is mixed as markets hover near recent highs

Early trading on Wall Street is mixed as markets hover near recent highs

Weekly SPI inflation up by 0.28pc in Pakistan

Out of 51 items, prices of 19 items increased, 09 items decreased

Gold on record-breaking spree as per tola price reaches Rs280,900

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs2,572 to Rs240,826

Oil steadies, but on track for biggest weekly loss in over a month

Brent crude futures gained 23 cents to $74.68 a barrel and WTI futures were up 29 cents to $70.96

India plans laptop import curbs to boost local manufacturing, sources say

The plan could disrupt an industry worth $8 bn to $10 bn and reshape and reshape market in India

Wall Street futures rise as tech stocks gain, Netflix jumps after strong earnings

Chip heavyweight Nvidia was up 1.2%, building on gains in the previous session

World Bank president focused on job creation ahead of annual meetings

He said he had made significant progress on his plans to create "a better bank and a bigger bank"

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises to the highest level in 8 weeks

Mortgage rates have been climbing in recent weeks following a spate of encouraging reports on

GDP surges, currency rate drops, good news pouring in: SM Tanveer

Former minister expresses optimism about economic growth

Pak exhibitors praise GITEX Dubai as 'great show' for tech firms

Many MoUs, deals and agreements were signed

Musk's win on India satellite spectrum raises prospect of price war with Ambani

Musk's win on India satellite spectrum raises prospect of price war with Ambani

China to boost financing for approved housing projects to $560 billion to counter property slump

China to boost financing for approved housing projects to $560 billion to counter property slump

Wall Street poised to open with gains as more earnings, economic data arrives

Wall Street poised to open with gains as more earnings, economic data arrives

Gold prices reach new record high in Pakistan

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs600 to Rs 238,254

Jamie Dimon charts JPMorgan expansion plan into Africa

Jamie Dimon charts JPMorgan expansion plan into Africa

Gold prices up by Rs2,200 per tola to reach historic high

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs1,886 to Rs. 237,654

Stock market today: Wall Street falls from its records as oil prices tumble and tech stocks drop

Stock market today: Wall Street falls from its records as oil prices tumble and tech stocks drop

What's behind the widening gender wage gap in the US

That’s a reversal from the previous five years when the ratio had been narrowing

Curfew extended in France's Martinique after riots over spiraling food prices

In recent weeks the island has been shaken by violent protests over high food prices

Stocks peak new scales amid SCO summit

KSE-100 index being traded at 86,441 points

Saudi crown prince visits Cairo

Saudi crown prince visits Cairo

Wall Street flat in early trading, oil prices tumble again on China weakness

Wall Street flat in early trading, oil prices tumble again on China weakness

Gold prices dip by Rs700 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs600 to Rs235,768

Oil falls as demand outlook weakens, Iran supply disruption concerns ease

Brent crude futures were down $2.81 to $74.65 per barrel while US WTI futures fell $2.72 to $71.11

China may raise $850 bln in new debt over three years to spur growth, says report

The size of the expected fiscal package has been the subject of intense speculation in fiscal market

Asian shares defy Wall Street's rise, oil extends losses

The Nikkei rallied more than 1% to a three-month peak, having been closed on Monday for a holiday

Date for filing income tax returns extended again

The previous deadline was October 14

GM, Barclays sign long-term credit card partnership agreement

GM, Barclays sign long-term credit card partnership agreement

Hard to see Chinese EV price deal by end of October

Hard to see Chinese EV price deal by end of October

New ADB country director for Pakistan assumes office

Fan will oversee ADB’s operations in Pakistan, including implementation of partnership strategy

Gold prices up by Rs200 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs171 to Rs236,368

Hyundai India starts $3.3 billion IPO in country's largest ever share sale

At that size, Hyundai India will make up about 40% of parent Hyundai Motor's market capitalisation

FBR says today is last date for filing income tax returns

In a statement issued here, the FBR said that it had already extended the date for filling returns

Asia shares stutter as China's stimulus pledges fail to inspire

The Hang Seng Index last traded 0.41% lower, while the CSI300 blue-chip index rose 1.52%

What matters most to world markets in a tight US election race

For European equity markets, a Trump victory could spell trouble for export-heavy sectors

Dollar holds gains while investors parse China's stimulus plans

The euro was down 0.13% at $1.0922 and the pound was listless but fell 0.2% at one point

Oil prices drop on concerns China's flagging economy to limit demand

Brent crude futures dropped 86 cents to $78.18 per barrel while WTI futures fell 83 cents to $74.73

Investors optimism rules PSX as KSE-100 index reaches 85,901 points

PSX continues to witness bulls rally in the stock market at the first day of the week’s trade

SCO summit will be game changer for Pakistan, boosting economic, regional ties: Atta Tarar

Pakistan is an advocate of independent trade policy to promote investment and business

Punjab mills increase flour price by Rs1 per kg

Claim they hiked the rate after increase in wheat price

Verdi union against Commerzbank cross-border merger regardless of bidder nationality

Verdi union against Commerzbank cross-border merger regardless of bidder nationality

Gold prices up by Rs1,600 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs1,372 to Rs236,197

China's finance minister says there is room for more economic stimulus but offers no plan

China’s economy has remained sluggish despite the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions

PSX weekly report highlights new peaks

2.61 billion shares were traded during the week

Pakistan agrees on 22 conditions with IMF

Govt has also agreed to approve changes in gas tariffs by Dec 2024

Short term inflation eases by 0.08pc in Pakistan

The SPI for the week ended on October 10 was recorded at 318.91 points

AI is having its Nobel moment. Do scientists need the tech industry to sustain it?

Hinton said only: “Neural networks are the future.”

Oil retreats, but heads for weekly climb on potential Mideast supply disruption

Brent crude oil futures fell 94 cents to $78.46 a barrel while US WTI slipped 86 cents to $74.99

Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveils 'Cybercab' robotaxi

Experts said setting up robotaxis could take years, particularly due to ensuring safety, reliability

Asian shares set for first weekly loss in five, China stimulus eyed

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose a subdued 0.3% on Friday

FBR gears up to net big fish to improve tax collection, says Langrial

Says the deadline for filing income tax returns will not go beyond Oct 14

Shift to EV-only future would spell job losses

Shift to EV-only future would spell job losses

BOJ will hike rates if it has more confidence in forecasts

BOJ will hike rates if it has more confidence in forecasts

Wall Street sets more records after Shanghai's worst drop since early COVID

Wall Street sets more records after Shanghai’s worst drop since early COVID

US inflation reaches lowest point since February 2021, though some price pressures remain

US inflation reaches lowest point since February 2021, though some price pressures remain

Energy minister vows to reduce electricity prices thru consultation with IPPs

The government plans to create an open market for electricity, allowing buyers more freedom

Gold prices dip further by Rs500 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs 429 to Rs232,510

IMF notes gradual improvement in Pakistan's economic stability

IMF notes gradual improvement in Pakistan’s economic stability

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree to enhance economic cooperation

A Saudi delegation meets President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad

Trump's small-dollar donor fundraising is beset by confusion and fatigue

Trump’s small-dollar donor fundraising is beset by confusion and fatigue

Government decides to terminate power purchase agreements with 5 IPPs

The Prime Minister highlighted the personal efforts of Army Chief General Asim Munir in this matter

Oil prices rise on US storm, fears of Israel-Iran conflict

Brent crude futures rose 63 cents to $77.21 a barrel while US WTI futures were up 63 cents to $73.87

Pakistan on road to economic recovery, says Aurangzeb

SIFC to provide hassle-free cooperation for investment

Pakistan well-positioned to benefit from SA's vision 2030, strengthen investment, trade: Jam Kamal

With strategic promotional efforts, Pakistan can enter Saudi market, said Kamal

Lab-grown meat could be on our plates in just two years

Meat is grown by taking stem cells from a living animal and encouraging them to multiply in a lab

Ratan Tata passes away at 86

Ratan Tata was born in a traditional Parsi family in 1937

Saudi business delegation arrives in Pakistan

Federal Ministers Musadik Malik, Jam Kamal Khan and Abdul Aleem received the delegation

Wall Street holds firm after Shanghai stocks suffer worst drop since early COVID

Wall Street holds firm after Shanghai stocks suffer worst drop since early COVID

Most Taiwanese believe China unlikely to invade in coming five years

Most Taiwanese believe China unlikely to invade in coming five years

China's runaway rally stutters; commodities and global shares subdued

Benchmark indexes in China notched up their biggest daily losses since the COVID-19 pandemic began

Boeing halts talks, withdraws pay offer to striking union

"Unfortunately, the union did not seriously consider our proposals," Boeing's Stephanie Pope said

Fitch says decarbonisation of world economy progressing far too slowly

World CO2 emissions rose by 1.8% last year compared to world GDP growth of 2.9%, the report said

Oil prices edge up after sliding on potential Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Brent crude futures rose 45 cents to $77.63 a barrel while US WTI futures jumped 33 cents to $73.90

Finance ministry denies involvement of deceased Chinese engineers in IPP talks

Around 0.8 million people in Islamabad did suffer for over the last 2-3 days due to protests

Cabinet body approves independent multiplayer market for power purchase, generation

Priority measures are being taken for the power sector reforms.

Pakistan expects $2bn investment agreements from Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is set to invest over $5 billion by 2027

Blistering bulls take KSE-100 index to new high of 86,245 points

Analysts link the surge to improving macroeconomic outlook and possible policy rate

Hacker attack disrupts Russian state media on Putin's birthday

Hacker attack disrupts Russian state media on Putin's birthday

Hyundai has begun producing electric SUVs at its $7.6 billion plant in Georgia

Hyundai has begun producing electric SUVs at its $7.6 billion plant in Georgia

Federal govt's debt hits record high of Rs70.36tr

Between September 2023 and August 2024, the debts ballooned by Rs6.39 trillion

China puts provisional tariffs on European brandy after EU OKs duties on Chinese EVs

China is studying whether to raise tariffs on imported cars with large engines,

Stocks go through the roof by surpassing 85,000 mark

Improving macroeconomic outlook with prospects of policy rate cut boost market sentiment

29,000 agriculture tubewells couldn't be solarised in Balochistan

PM had given a three-month deadline for the project

Pakistan eyes $7bn rice exports to support economy

Rice exports play a vital role in country’s economy

Wall Street slips under the weight of Treasury yields back above 4%

Wall Street slips under the weight of Treasury yields back above 4%

Samsung's profit recovery seen weakening in Q3

This is a jump from 2.43 tr won a year earlier, but little changed from 10.44 tr won last quarter

Oil prices dip after strongest weekly rise in over one year

Brent crude futures fell 28 cents to $77.77 per barrel and WTI futures slipped 19 cents to $74.19

Japan leads Asia stock rally, dollar firms after blowout US payrolls

Japan's Nikkei led regional equity gains with a 2.28% rally, given additional momentum by softer yen

PSX crosses another milestone, reaches historic 84,910 points

KSE-100 index scaled 84,116 points after gaining 584 points

Reviewing agreements with power plants, IPPs: Leghari

Measures being taken to reduce electricity tariff

Top US trade official sees progress in helping workers. Voters will decide if her approach continues

Top US trade official sees progress in helping workers. Voters will decide if her approach continues

Italian prosecutors accuse 7 people, 2 firms over flawed Boeing plane parts

Italian prosecutors accuse 7 people, 2 firms over flawed Boeing plane parts

Gold rates decrease by Rs700 per tola to Rs275,500

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs600 to Rs236,197

CPEC Phase-II begins with new agreements between Pakistan, China

Pakistani products will get duty-free access to the global market

China's BingEx surges after tepid start in Nasdaq debut

China's BingEx surges after tepid start in Nasdaq debut

Oil prices jump again on worries about the Middle East as Wall Street fades

Oil prices jump again on worries about the Middle East as Wall Street fades

US adds a robust 254,000 jobs and unemployment dips to 4.1% in sign of still-sturdy labor market

US adds a robust 254,000 jobs and unemployment dips to 4.1% in sign of still-sturdy labor market

Gold prices up by Rs1,800 per tola in Pakistan

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also increased by Rs1,543 to Rs236,797

Collapse of national security elites' cyber firm leaves bitter wake

The firm’s crash has left behind a trail of bitter investors

US port strike ends leaving huge cargo backlog to be cleared

The strike ended after dockworkers and port operators reached a wage deal on Thursday night

Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica slams 'grab bag' lawsuits claiming eyewear monopoly

The company told the district judge that plaintiffs had not presented enough facts to justify claims

Chinese investors showing interest to invest in Pakistan

A Chinese company will set up a solar panel assembly in Port Qasim, Karachi

Oil prices flat as Middle East conflict counters ample supply outlook

Brent crude futures were flat at $77.55 a barrel while US WTI crude was little changed at $73.65

PSX sets new record as KSE-100 index crosses 83,000 mark

The KSE-100 gained 319 points to rise up to 83,041 points in early morning trade

Asia shares fall, oil set for weekly gains on Mideast risks

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.32%

Pakistan eyes $4bn exports to Russia in next five years

“Pakistan’s target to increase exports will move ahead with a new plan of action.”

Wall Street edges higher as financial markets steady themselves

Wall Street edges higher as financial markets steady themselves

More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain historically low

More Americans file for unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain historically low

Rumours of Stellantis-Renault merger are 'pure speculation'

Rumours of Stellantis-Renault merger are 'pure speculation'

Pakistan-Malaysia agree for fostering deeper economic, trade cooperation

Jam emphasised that there is huge potential to grow bilateral trade between the two sides

Gold prices dip by Rs1,100 to Rs274,400 per tola

The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs943 to Rs235,254

Toyota to delay US EV production to 2026 amid slowing sales, Nikkei reports

Toyota planned to introduce five to seven battery electric vehicle models in the US over two years

Ship queue grows at US ports as dockworker strike enters third day

At least 45 container vessels anchored up outside strike-stricken East Coast and Gulf Coast ports

OPEC+ could cushion Iran oil shock but not broader disruption

Iranian oil exports have climbed this year to near multi-year highs of 1.7m bpd despite US sanctions

Oil rises on prospects of wider Middle East war, firmer global supply caps gains

Brent crude futures gained 80 cents to $74.7 a barrel and US WTI crude gained 85 cents to $70.95

Japanese stocks rally, yen falters as BOJ rate hike bets fade

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 1% while the Nikkei surged 2.2%