Bank of Japan Governor Ueda is meeting with Japan PM Ishiba

S&P 500's 3-week slide continues as oil nears $100. Futures tick up, watch Nvidia & Micron earnings.

Japan’s finance minister warned FX markets are extremely volatile and said authorities are prepared to take decisive steps if needed, reinforcing concerns raised in Japan–South Korea talks over the weekend about sharp currency moves.

Crude oil hits $100/bbl on Iran conflict fears, up 75% YTD. Strait of Hormuz closure fuels price surge.

Pakistan's oil import bill could jump $2B per $10 oil rise; inflation may hit 17%

Trump said the U.S. is striking Iranian drone sites and discussing Hormuz security with seven countries, though details of any coalition remain unclear as oil futures eased slightly after opening higher.

Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) says U.S. tariffs may ease inflation short term RBNZ analysis suggests U.S. tariffs may initially reduce inflationary pressure

Bitcoin jumps 2.5% as oil surges on Mideast tensions. Traders eye inflation risks & liquidity.