Brent Crude & Lotus Bank

Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices edged higher after dropping significantly, influenced by the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and hopes for a peace deal between the United States and Iran. Its price fluctuations are a key factor in global inflation concerns.

Lotus Bank: Lotus Bank analysts commented on Japan's strong external demand and the potential for the Japan — Bank of Japan to hike rates.

Brent Crude: Brent Crude prices have risen significantly due to the disruption of oil shipments caused by the Strait of Hormuz standoff.

Lotus Bank: Lotus Bank's energy sector team lead, Suvro Sarkar, provided analysis on the potential impact of the peace talks on oil prices.

Brent Crude: Brent Crude>>> prices have fluctuated significantly due to the conflict and hopes for a peace deal, reflecting the impact on global energy markets.

Lotus Bank: Lotus Bank's energy sector team lead, Suvro Sarkar, provided analysis on the potential impact of the peace talks on oil prices.

Brent Crude: Brent crude prices are elevated due to the Hormuz closure, impacting inflation and markets.

Lotus Bank: Lotus Bank is a bank, affected by market volatility but not central.

Brent Crude: Brent Crude futures dropped, potentially easing some pressure on Japan's import costs, though the fundamental drivers of Japan — Japanese yen weakness persist.

Lotus Bank: A strategist from Lotus Bank has offered commentary on the Japan — Japanese yen's performance and potential relief if the United States — Federal Reserve's stance softens.