Oil prices surged Friday amid escalating Middle East tensions. Iran’s release of footage showing commandos boarding a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with reports of engaging hostile targets, has fueled fears of renewed conflict. Analysts warn that a breakdown in U.S.-Iran talks could send oil prices to new yearly highs, potentially impacting global inventories.
AI stocks retreat as Democratic sweep puts data centre boom in focus
AI-related stocks came under pressure on Wednesday despite a broader Wall Street rally following the Democratic sweep of Congress. Data centre companies CoreWeave, Iren and