Daily Bulletin

Good morning. Ongoing diplomatic developments between the U.S. and Iran, along with the continued — albeit limited — flow of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, are weighing on oil prices while supporting equity markets. We should also note that Nvidia’s financial results continue to provide additional support to sentiment. U.S. and European futures are slightly positive this morning, while Asian markets present...
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Good morning. As tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue, oil prices are maintaining their elevated levels. Global risk appetite remains weak, while downward revisions in global growth expectations continue within the macro framework. Unfortunately, this environment remains far from supportive for equity markets, and Borsa Istanbul is also undergoing a pricing period shaped by these pressures. On the domestic...
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Good morning. Renewed threats and warnings from the United States toward Iran are pushing oil prices higher while weighing on global equity markets. On Friday, U.S. and European indices recorded losses ranging between 1% and 2%, while futures contracts are starting the new week with additional declines close to 1%. The overall sentiment across Asian markets also remains negative. Borsa Istanbul is similarly coming...
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Good morning. Global markets are starting the day on a weak footing. U.S. and European futures are in negative territory, while Asian markets are mixed but generally display a risk-off tone. As for the drivers behind the selling pressure, U.S. President Donald Trump’s statement that “the U.S. does not need the Strait of Hormuz to remain open” has pushed oil prices higher. In addition, following recent personnel...
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Good morning. Tensions in the Middle East escalated again last night following an Iranian attack targeting U.S. vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and the subsequent response by U.S. forces. Despite the heightened geopolitical risks, global markets are not showing signs of panic pricing at this stage. Oil prices continue to hover around the $100 level. U.S. futures are mildly positive this morning, while European...
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Good morning. Expectations surrounding a potential agreement between the U.S. and Iran continue to support global markets. U.S. President Trump kept optimism alive by responding “one week” when asked whether he could share a timeline. The agenda referenced by Trump also aligns with his scheduled visit to China next week. Meanwhile, Iran stated that it is reviewing the U.S. proposals and will communicate its...
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Good morning. The continuation of the decline in oil prices for a second consecutive day is being driven by U.S. President Trump’s decision to suspend the “freedom project,” aimed at ensuring safe vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz, for a second day, as well as U.S. Secretary of State Rubio’s statement that the “Epic Fury” operation has concluded and that they have shifted to a defensive posture. In...
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Good morning. News flow centered on the Middle East continues to shape market dynamics. Over the past 24 hours, markets have been tracking numerous headlines—each triggering reactions in different directions—including reports of U.S. vessels being hit (later denied), seven Iranian boats being sunk, ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, and certain targets in the UAE and Kuwait allegedly struck by Iran. Oil prices...
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