Markets kicked off the new year with a strong rally, mirroring 2025’s trend. Investors saw significant gains across stocks, bonds, and commodities, driven by AI enthusiasm and easing inflation. However, this broad synchrony raises concerns about diversification’s effectiveness and the sustainability of future returns, with some experts warning of anemic growth ahead.
Oil Price Today (July 3): Crude oil heads for 4th weekly loss on Hormuz traffic, US-Iran talks. Where is liquid gold headed?
Brent crude hovered near the $71-a-barrel mark after briefly dipping below that level in the previous session, while US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) traded
July 3, 2026