Iran – Closing in on a deal Last week, the US and Iran reportedly agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding that would extend the ceasefire by 60 days, ensure unrestricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and require the demining of the Strait within 30 days. However, the agreement still needs to be approved by […]

The AI wave lifts all boats Building on the sharp April recovery, equity markets extended their gains through May, with ceasefire talks between Washington and Tehran continuing to set the tone, oscillating between optimism and setback before Trump declared negotiations were in their “final stages” late in the month, pulling oil back from its highs. The dominant […]

Iran — Prospects of a Deal Last week, improving prospects of a US-Iran deal added further momentum to the risk-on move across markets, helping equities return close to recent highs. The headlines remain speculative, with no official agreement confirmed so far, but they were enough to support broader risk appetite. The US appears increasingly willing […]