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Will US Drillers Drive Oil Prices Into The Ground?
Article By:
Danielle DiMartino Booth
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Wednesday, June 28, 2017 12:05 PM EDT
A little economic diversification could go a long way for Saudi Arabia, the region’s largest economy whose GDP is forecast to barely register in the positive this year.
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World Markets Update
Article By:
Jill Mislinski
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Monday, June 26, 2017 5:40 PM EDT
All eight indexes on our world watch list have posted gains for 2017 through June 26. The top performer thus far is China's Hang Seng with a gain of 17.60%, followed by India's BSE SENSEX not far behind at 16.94%. In third is the S&P 500 with 8.94%.
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Emerging Markets Week Ahead Preview - June 26
Article By:
Marc Chandler
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Sunday, June 25, 2017 7:17 PM EDT
EM FX ended last week on a firm note, though most were down for the week as a whole. Commodity prices stabilized, but the balance remains fragile. We remain cautious, especially with regards to the high beta currencies BRL, MXN, TRY, and ZAR.
“Mercury Rising”: Here Are The 4 Mideast “Flashpoints” Markets Should Fear
Article By:
The Heisenberg Report
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Sunday, June 25, 2017 5:54 AM EDT
The concerted effort to isolate Qatar is a perfect example of a geopolitical event that has the potential to create all manner of adverse market outcomes by further destabilizing an already unstable region at just the wrong time.
What The $2 Trillion Saudi IPO Means For You
Article By:
Kent Moors
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Friday, June 23, 2017 5:58 PM EDT
As the investment world prepares for what is becoming the most sought-after IPO in history, problems may be forming on the horizon.
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Market Digest – Equity Market Has A Slow Week
Article By:
Craig Birk
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Friday, June 23, 2017 5:47 PM EDT
US indexes finished modestly higher while international stocks fell.
How To Create The Largest Ethical Cobalt Explorer In The World
Article By:
Keith Schaefer
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Thursday, June 22, 2017 1:00 PM EDT
The number 1 cobalt explorer in the world is being formed now with a proposal for a 3 way merger that would unite one of the leading cobalt camps outside the Congo.
WTI Crude Tops $43 After More Noise From Saudi 'Officials'
Article By:
Tyler Durden
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Thursday, June 22, 2017 11:41 AM EDT
The machines are still programmed to insta-bid on any and every headline from "Saudi officials" it would appear... even if the effects are fading in their efficacy.
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Oil Proves To Be A Drag On The FTSE 100
Article By:
Jack Turner
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Thursday, June 22, 2017 9:20 AM EDT
The FTSE 100 started the trading session in the green. However, as the day progressed, the index started to slide. Ultimately, the declines can largely be attributed to blues in the oil market as oil supply glut concerns proved to be center stage.
Technical Update: TASI, Saudi Stock Exchange Breaks Out With Conviction
Article By:
Bruce Powers CMT
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Wednesday, June 21, 2017 10:37 AM EDT
Saudi Stock Exchange - Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) breaks out of Symmetrical Triangle on strong volume thereby triggering a continuation of the long-term uptrend. Three major chart patterns identify key target areas.
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Mohammed Bin Salman Consolidates Power, Saudi Stocks Soar: "No Question Who’s In Charge"
Article By:
The Heisenberg Report
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Wednesday, June 21, 2017 9:10 AM EDT
Overnight, the big news was of course Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman replacing his cousin Muhammad bin Nayef as heir to the throne.
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Prices On Black Gold Plummet: Is The Future Of Investor Economy Safe?
Article By:
Global Economic Intersection
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Tuesday, June 20, 2017 9:16 AM EDT
Oil prices are currently falling, but this does not mean a loss to investors. It is possible to make your profit and control the risk of losing your capital margin.
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Energy Report - Oil Rut
Article By:
Phil Flynn
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Monday, June 19, 2017 9:00 AM EDT
Oil prices continue to be weak as another rise in U.S. oil rig counts overshadows the fact that U.S. production in June is well below what the Energy Information Administration was predicting.
Emerging Markets In The Week Ahead - June 19
Article By:
Marc Chandler
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Sunday, June 18, 2017 5:06 PM EDT
EM FX was mixed Friday to cap off a mostly lower week. Obviously, we're seeing a bit of a washout in EM after a hawkish FOMC. The market was overly complacent and very long EM into the FOMC meeting. The big question is how deep this selloff gets.
Emerging Markets: What Has Changed - Friday, June 16
Article By:
Marc Chandler
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Friday, June 16, 2017 3:05 PM EDT
In the EM equity space as measured by MSCI, Hungary (+1.3%), Indonesia (+1.2%), and Mexico (+0.9%) have outperformed this week, while Russia (-4.1%), South Africa (-3.2%), and Egypt (-3.0%) have underperformed.