[MARKET UPDATE] Overnight risk sentiment gradually deteriorates amid higher oil prices and yields, while the buck is also firmer and pressure is seen in across metals

The rising oil prices and yields indicate growing inflationary pressures, which typically weigh on risk sentiment.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 15 May 2026, 01:53 UTCOn the live feed at 01:33 UTC — 1 more headline followed before this page went public

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Iran's Ambassador to Belarus criticises US negotiation stance and says Trump's excessive ambitions hinder US-Iran talks, according to TASS

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US President Trump says current Iran leaders are more reasonable and Iran has a lot of inner turmoil, adds not going to be much more patient on Iran, according to a Fox News Interview

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[MARKET UPDATE] Overnight risk sentiment gradually deteriorates amid higher oil prices and yields, while the buck is also firmer and pressure is seen in across metals

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A stronger dollar further exacerbates this by making USD-denominated assets more expensive for foreign investors, leading to potential selling in metals. Overall, this environment suggests increased caution among investors, impacting both energy and commodity markets significantly.

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