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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Brazil Inflation Forecast Adjusted After Oil Price Surge

The Brazilian Finance Ministry has nudged its inflation outlook upward for the current year, citing a rise in expected oil prices linked to tensions between the United States and Israel over Iran. The update comes just before the central bank’s upcoming policy meeting, where officials are weighing w

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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Gold, Oil and Market Fear: What the Numbers Really Say

The market is buzzing with chatter about a possible crash, but the real story is more nuanced. Gold prices are holding steady at $1, 980 per ounce, a level that shows investors are still wary of inflation. Oil is trading near $70 a barrel, its lowest point since last summer, which could signal

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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Money Talk for Families: Simple Rules Everyone Can Use

Keeping money secrets in a household can hurt everyone. When couples split responsibilities, one person may handle all the bills while the other deals with investments. If an unexpected event happens, the less involved partner may not know where assets are hidden or how to protect them. A yearly

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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Fed Chair’s Tough Job: Rising Oil, Weak Credit, and Stubborn Prices

The new Fed leader is stepping into a difficult situation. Oil prices are climbing toward $100, and the market worries that this will keep inflation high. Private‑sector loans are also under pressure, especially those given to tech firms that could lose value if artificial intelligence changes th

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Oil Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Rise

Oil markets surged early Thursday, pushing the benchmark Brent crude above $100 a barrel after recent spikes near $120 triggered by attacks on shipping routes. The surge reflects growing worries that supply could be cut off from the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint where about one‑fifth of world oil p

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Oil Prices Spike After Tanker Attacks, Dow Futures Dip

A series of attacks on oil tankers and a sudden halt at a major port have pushed crude prices above $90 per barrel, sending Dow Jones futures lower. The surge in oil costs is driving investors to worry about the impact on corporate earnings and inflation. Market watchers note that higher fuel prices

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Big Numbers, Big Dreams: Powerball’s March 11 Draw

The jackpot for the Wednesday, March 11 draw reached an estimated $58 million, with a cash option of about $26. 8 million. A similar delay hit the Monday night drawing, pushing it nearly an hour later than scheduled. The last time someone walked away with a Powerball prize was on March 2, when an Ar

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Delton Tech Targets $423 Million in Hong Kong IPO

Delton Technology (Guangzhou) plans to raise up to $423 million by selling 46 million H‑shares in Hong Kong. The maximum price per share is set at HK$71. 88, according to the company’s filing. The final pricing will be announced on March 19 and trading will start the next day. The move comes as a w

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Cognizant Shares Take a Hit While the Market Holds Steady

The tech services firm Cognizant, worth about $30. 1 billion, is a big player in the IT industry. It helps large companies upgrade their technology and improve customer service, especially in finance, health care, and retail. The company is headquartered in New Jersey but has a worldwide workforce.

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Crypto Rules: Treat Them Like Any Other Money

Australia’s regulator says crypto is just another form of money that follows the same rules as old‑school finance. Instead of creating a separate set of laws, they want to look at what the digital coins actually do. If a token is used as a security, it should be covered by securities law; if i

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