War
US official: Asian nations seeking US oil is part of Trump’s Agenda
Asian nations seek more US energy as Middle East conflict disrupts supply, with Alaska LNG project central to future exports.
Category: War
oil and gas
Asian Stocks Tumble, Gold Plunges Amid Middle East Conflict
Asian stocks and gold plunge as Middle East conflict escalates, sparking inflation fears and warnings from the International Energy Agency.
Brent
Malaysia’s Fuel Subsidies Surge Amid Global Oil Shock
Malaysia’s fuel subsidies jumped to RM3.2bil in a week as Strait of Hormuz disruption drove oil prices near US$120.
War
More bases hit by Iranian missiles
Iran’s IRGC claims missile strikes on US and Israeli bases; US sinks Iranian vessels as regional tensions escalate sharply.
oil and gas
US Shale Producers Hold Back Despite Oil Price Surge
Shale producers remain cautious amid US-Iran conflict, citing limited DUCs and capital discipline despite WTI prices above $90.
oil and gas
Trump Threatens to “Take” Cuba as Island Suffers Blackout
Trump vows to “take” Cuba as blackout deepens crisis; embargo halts oil imports, unrest grows, and Havana opens to exile investment.
Stocks and Markets
Rakuten Trade Targets FBM KLCI at 1,800 Despite Global Uncertainty
Bursa Malaysia is projected to remain strong in Q2 2026, with anticipated earnings growth and foreign investments supporting the market amid global uncertainties and…
Air Travel
Air Travel Chaos Hit Middle East Airlines Amid Conflict
Major Middle Eastern carriers face cancellations and limited schedules as regional conflict forces closures of airports and airspace restrictions.
War
Oil Prices Surge as US Strikes Escalate Iran Conflict
Oil surges after US strikes on Iran; Strait of Hormuz disruption sparks global supply fears despite IEA reserve release.
Malaysia
MTEN to Address Oil Security and Supply Chain Risks
Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah announces an MTEN meeting to evaluate Malaysia's energy security and mitigate inflation risks from global supply disruptions.
Travel and Tourism
Airlines “Powerless” Amid Geopolitical Turmoil, Says Tony Fernandes
Capital A CEO warns that escalating West Asia conflicts and surging jet fuel prices are creating significant industry-wide volatility.
oil and gas
Brent Oil Prices Surge: Rystad warns $135-risk
Brent surged above $100 as G7 met; Rystad warns prices could hit $135 if Middle East conflict drags on.
People
Global Market Strategy: Rising Geopolitical Tensions Cloud Outlook
Public Investment Bank warns geopolitical tensions, fragile US economy, and oil shocks may fuel inflation. Commodities, banking favored; airlines, construction, autos face pressure.
oil and gas
Global Markets Waver as Iran Conflict Escalates, But Energy Diversification Limits Risk of Crisis
Markets dip as Iran conflict escalates, but diversified energy supply and US independence limit risks of a 1970s-style oil crisis.
Stocks and Markets
FBM KLCI Falls 0.96% Amid Middle East Tensions, Stronger US Dollar
FBM KLCI drops 0.96% as geopolitical tensions lift oil prices and strengthen US dollar, pressuring broader sentiment.
oil and gas
Oil Prices Surge to $71.50 Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
Oil prices hit highest since September 2025 as markets price imminent US strike on Iran, adding geopolitical risk premium.