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New Zealand
New Zealand Stocks Snap 3-Session Losing Streak
The NZX 50 increased 35 points, or 0.3%, to 13,052 in Wednesday morning trade, halting losses from the previous three sessions and tracking a rise on Wall Street overnight, supported by optimism over US-Iran ceasefire talks. The broader index rose from its lowest level since April 2, reached a day earlier, mainly boosted by healthcare, consumer staples, consumer discretionary, and materials. However, Tuesday's Chinese trade balance data, from New Zealand's top trading partner, capped the gain, as the mainland's exports rose much less than expected. Traders also anticipated the release of a slew of economic data from China on Thursday, including Q1 GDP, amid rising oil prices. Among early gainers were Henderson Far East Income (1.8%), Chorus (1.0%), A2 Milk (0.8%), Auckland International Airport (0.5%), and Mainfreight (0.4%).
Crypto Updates: Ether Depreciates by 2.40%
Top crypto losers are Ether (-2.40%), XRP (-1.35%) and Bitcoin (-0.70%).
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Cocoa Rallies by 7.87%
Top commodity gainers are Cocoa (7.87%), Sugar (1.83%) and Oat (1.77%). Biggest losers are Palm Oil (-1.95%), Orange Juice (-1.51%) and Rapeseed (-0.96%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Silver Surges by 5.17%
Top commodity gainers are Silver (5.17%), Lithium Carbonate (2.87%) and Gold (1.97%). Biggest losers are Silicon (-1.13%), Iron Ore CNY (-0.65%) and Iron Ore (-0.63%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Crude Oil WTI Tumbles by 7.76%
Top commodity losers are Crude Oil WTI (-7.76%), Natural Gas UK (-7.64%), Natural Gas EU (-7.46%) and Brent Crude Oil (-4.43%). Gains are led by Coking Coal (0.56%).
South Korea
South Korea Export Prices See Strong Surge
South Korea’s export prices rose 28.7% from a year earlier in March 2026, following an 11.1% increase in February (previously 10.7%), marking a sharp acceleration in export price momentum. The increase was mainly driven by manufactured goods (28.7%), with particular strength in computers and electronic equipment (61.6%), which stood out as the key contributor to overall gains. Additional support came from basic metals (19.5%) and chemical products (7.1%), reflecting broad-based strength across core industrial export sectors. Prices for agricultural, forestry and marine products (15.7%) also contributed positively, though to a lesser extent compared to high-value manufacturing.
FX Updates: Indian Rupee Increases by 1.35%
Top currency gainers are Indian Rupee (1.35%), New Zealand Dollar (0.56%), South Korean Won (0.56%), British Pound (0.44%), Japanese Yen (0.40%) and Euro (0.31%). Biggest loser is Dollar Index (-0.28%).
South Korea
Strong Jump in South Korea Import Prices
South Korea’s import prices rose sharply 18.4% year-on-year in March 2026, accelerating from a 1.6% increase in February (previously 1.2% in earlier estimates). Price changes were broad-based across key categories, with raw materials surging (40.0% vs. -3.5% in February), intermediate goods rising (13.2% vs. 4.8%), and consumer goods increasing (3.3% vs. 2.5%), while capital goods remained unchanged (1.5% vs. 1.5%), reflecting a broad-based resurgence in import-driven inflationary pressures
United States
US Oil Inventories Jump Unexpectedly
United States crude oil inventories jumped by 6.10 million barrels in the week ended April 10th 2026, accelerating from a 3.72 million barrel increase in the previous week and marking a second consecutive build in stockpiles, pointing to renewed inventory accumulation amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and volatile global supply expectations.
Brazil
Ibovespa Near Record, Petrobras Slides
The Ibovespa rose 0.33% to close at 198,657 on Tuesday, holding near record highs after earlier touching the 199,000 mark and extending its strong upward trend, as optimism over a potential Middle East de-escalation and renewed US-Iran talks continued to support sentiment. Lower oil prices eased inflation and rate concerns, underpinning financial and utility stocks, while pressuring energy shares. Among gainers, Banco do Brasil jumped 2.59%, Eletrobras gained 2.33%, and Rede D'Or advanced 1.49%. Itau and Santander Brasil also posted gains. Vale rose 1.13%. On the downside, Petrobras tumbled 4.28%, leading losses as crude prices declined, while WEG edged lower, extending recent weakness.
Canada
TSX Extends Gains to Six-Week High
The S&P/TSX Composite Index rose 0.66% to close at 34,102 on Tuesday, extending earlier gains after edging above the 34,000 level in early trade and reaching its highest level in nearly six weeks, as optimism over potential US-Iran talks continued to support sentiment. Lower oil prices, driven by easing supply concerns, weighed on the energy sector, while a softer US dollar supported gold and lifted mining stocks. Among gainers, Shopify advanced 2.12%, while Bank of Montreal (+1.31%), CIBC (+1.19%), TD Bank (+0.96%), and Royal Bank of Canada (+0.72%) posted gains after trading flat earlier in the session. Agnico Eagle Mines rose 1.01%. On the downside, energy stocks remained under pressure, with Canadian Natural Resources falling 2.85% and Enbridge down 1.07%, in line with weaker crude prices.
Argentina
Argentina's CPI Accelerates in March
Consumer prices in Argentina rose 3.4% month-on-month in March 2026, up from 2.9% in February, and above forecasts of 3%. Regulated prices led gains at 5.1% on adjustments to utilities, transport, and education tariffs, followed by core inflation at 3.2% and seasonal prices at 1.0%, with tourism and clothing seasonal changes offsetting declines in vegetable and fruit prices. Education posted the largest divisional increase at 12.1%, coinciding with the start of the school year, while transport rose 4.1% driven by fuel, public transport, and airfare increases. Food and non-alcoholic beverages had the largest regional impact, particularly meat and derivatives up 6.9% in the Greater Buenos Aires area. Miscellaneous goods and services posted the smallest gains at 1.7%, followed by home equipment and maintenance at 1.3%. Year-to-date inflation reached 9.4%.
United States
S&P 500 Back to Pre-War Levels
US stocks closed higher for a 2nd consecutive session on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 rising 1.2% to 6,967, its highest level since February 2nd. The Dow Jones gained 318 points and the Nasdaq advanced 2%. Investor sentiment was buoyed by growing optimism that the US and Iran could soon resume talks, raising hopes for a potential agreement to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Communication services and consumer discretionary stocks led the gains while energy lagged amid a decline in oil prices. Meanwhile, several major banks continued to report their quarterly results. JPMorgan fell 0.7% after revising down its net interest income guidance, while Wells Fargo tumbled 5.7% following disappointing results. J&J rebounded to closed 0.9% higher, after raising its 2026 revenue outlook. BlackRock (+3%) and Citigroup (+2.6%) were also higher on strong earnings, while American Airlines jumped 8% after reports that United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby proposed a potential merger
WTI Crude Drops on Talk Hopes
WTI crude oil futures extended their losses, plunging more than 7% to fall below $92 per barrel on Tuesday marking their lowest level in roughly three weeks, amid reports that US-Iran talks may resume soon, raising optimism about a potential full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Negotiators aim to hold further discussions before the ceasefire expires next week. US President Trump indicated that talks could restart “within the next two days” in Pakistan and Tehran is reportedly considering a temporary pause in shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to facilitate progress toward an agreement, according to reports. At the same time, President Trump has launched a US naval blockade in the Strait, targeting Iran’s oil exports. The IEA warned that the ongoing conflict could wipe out global oil demand growth this year, resulting in the first annual decline since the pandemic. The agency also cautioned that current prices may not yet fully reflect the scale of the disruption
Crypto Updates: Ether Drops by 1.47%
Today's cryptos market is characterized by modest daily movements, with Ether standing out as the frontrunner with a -1.47% decrease.
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Cocoa Spikes by 7.88%
Top commodity gainers are Cocoa (7.88%), Wheat (1.86%) and Sugar (1.83%). Biggest losers are Palm Oil (-1.95%), Orange Juice (-1.33%) and Rapeseed (-0.95%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Silver Gains by 4.81%
Top commodity gainers are Silver (4.81%), Lithium Carbonate (2.87%) and Gold (1.91%). Biggest losers are Silicon (-1.13%) and Iron Ore CNY (-0.65%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Crude Oil WTI Slumps by 7.65%
Top commodity losers are Crude Oil WTI (-7.65%), Natural Gas UK (-7.64%), Natural Gas EU (-7.46%) and Brent Crude Oil (-4.80%). Gains are led by Coking Coal (0.56%).
Uruguay Manufacturing Expands in February
Uruguay's manufacturing output expanded 3.3% year-over-year in February 2026, rebounding from a 1.5% decline in January. Food products manufacturing led gains at 6.4%, followed by pharmaceutical products at 17.7% and beverage manufacturing at 12.9%. In contrast, motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers manufacturing posted the largest decline at 45.3%. The Index of Hours Worked fell 0.2% year-over-year, while the Index of Employed Personnel declined 0.3%.
Germany
DAX at Near 1-Week High
Frankfurt's DAX 40 closed about 1.3% firmer at 24,044 on Tuesday, a near one-week high, amid renewed optimism over a potential resolution to the Middle East conflict. According to insiders, the negotiating teams from the US and Iran could return to Islamabad for peace talks as early as this week. In the meantime, both Saudi Arabia and China have opposed the US blockade of Iranian ports that began Monday, casting doubt on its viability. Meanwhile, investors monitored quarterly earnings reports from both sides of the Atlantic. Most sectors recorded gains, with banks, tech and industrials among the top performers. Siemens topped the index with a gain of over 4%. Other notable advancers included Deutsche Bank, Infineon Technologies, Volkswagen, MTU Aero Engines, Merck and Siemens Energy., adding between 2.9%-3.9%. On the downside, BASF and Brenntag emerged as the biggest laggards, losing 1.7% and 1.6%, respectively.
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