Over a quarter of global seaborne oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz—making Asia’s top economies especially vulnerable to any disruption.
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Why the Strait of Hormuz Remains the World’s Most Critical Oil Chokepoint
Roughly 20% of global oil and LNG flows through the Strait of Hormuz—making any disruption a potential shock to global energy markets.
U.S. inflation falls to 2.3% in April but data remains key as the Fed holds interest rates steady amid growing tariff uncertainty
Inflation fell to 2.3% in April. The Fed is keeping rates steady at 4.25%-4.5% as new tariffs fuel inflation risks, prompting a cautious wait-and-see approach.
Gold Demand Hits Highest Q1 Since 2016 as Asia Leads ETF Investment Surge
Gold investment demand jumped 170% in Q1 2025 — the highest since early 2022 — driven by record ETF inflows, rising economic uncertainty, and strong buying in Asia.