UK Government says UK PM Starmer and US Present Trump spoke this evening, and agreed there is a ceasefire in place, agreement to open the Strait, and we are at the next stage of finding a resolution

The discussions between PM Starmer and former President Trump signaling a ceasefire and plans to reopen the Strait can alleviate geopolitical tensions, primarily affecting energy markets.

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UK Government says UK PM Starmer and US Present Trump spoke this evening, and agreed there is a ceasefire in place, agreement to open the Strait, and we are at the next stage of finding a resolution

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  • Discussed the need for a practical plan to get shipping moving again as quickly as possible and agreed to speak again soon.
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This development is likely to boost risk sentiment in equities and support oil prices, particularly WTI, as improved shipping could ease supply concerns. Traders should monitor how this geopolitical shift influences currency flows and broader market reactions in the coming days.

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