Iraq Declares Force Majeure on Foreign-Operated Oilfields

Iraq has announced a force majeure on all oilfields operated by foreign companies, signaling potential disruptions in oil production and exports. This move could impact global oil supply and market dynamics.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Fitch Warns Sustained Higher Oil Prices Could Increase Cross-Sector Credit Pressure

Fitch has issued a warning that prolonged elevated oil prices may exacerbate credit risks across multiple sectors. The agency highlights potential financial strain as energy costs remain high, impacting various industries' creditworthiness.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Fitch Warns Oil Prices Could Average $120/Barrel if Hormuz Strait Closed for Six Months

Fitch ratings agency estimates that oil prices could surge to an average of $120 per barrel if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for six months. The closure would disrupt significant oil supply routes, potentially causing major market volatility.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: FOR-EX.NEWS

Gold (XAUUSD), Silver, Platinum Forecasts – Gold Remains Under Pressure As Dollar Rebounds

Silver markets are down by 4% as traders focus on rising Treasury yields.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

Gold Weekly Price Analysis – Tough Week For Gold as Rates Take Center Stage

Gold had a rough week as rising U.S. yields were a problem, while the war, despite the fact that it is continuing, hasn't expanded as far as people may have feared.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

U.S. Dollar Rebounds As Treasury Yields Jump: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY

The American currency is moving higher as traders focus on Middle East tensions and bet on hawkish Fed.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

Gold and the Dollar Down as Central Banks Ready to Pivot

The probability of most major central banks hiking this year has increased sharply amid inflationary pressure from the Gulf conflict.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: fxempire.com

EUR/USD Price Forecast: Struggles below 1.1600 as sellers maintain control

EUR/USD Price Forecast: Struggles below 1.1600 as sellers maintain control

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD trips down below 1.3350 as oil surges

Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD trips down below 1.3350 as oil surges

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: fxstreet.com

USD strength vs Euro vulnerability: What's next for the EUR/USD pair?

EUR/USD tests key level (1.1578) as the ECB's hawkish stance battles downside risks from Middle East conflict and spiking energy costs. The article analyzes the "April Hike" wildcard, NFP volatility, and critical technical levels.

Date: 20.03.2026 | Source: marketpulse.com

Quotes

Instrument Price Change (%)
EURUSD 1.155920 -0.258%
GBPUSD 1.334390 -0.64036%
USDJPY 159.222000 +0.9248%
XAUUSD 4564.510000 -1.85369%
USDCAD 1.371100 -0.20089%
NZDUSD 0.583620 -0.64013%
USDCHF 0.788270 +0.015226%
AUDUSD 0.703160 -0.77191%
EURGBP 0.866240 +0.46274%
EURJPY 184.049000 +0.69758%
GBPJPY 212.461000 +0.25434%
AUDJPY 111.952000 +0.11357%
CADJPY 116.123000 +1.11897%
CHFJPY 201.978000 +0.95568%
NZDJPY 92.925000 +0.35097%
GBPCHF 1.051840 -0.58975%
EURCHF 0.911170 -0.20918%
USDMXN 17.917250 +1.18589%
USDZAR 17.053010 +1.91245%
USDTRY 44.304600 +0.13946%
USDRUB 83.122000 -3.51234%
USDSEK 9.352150 +0.8665%
USDCNY 6.885200 -0.20437%

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