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Stocks rise on peace hopes, oil mixed
Stocks rise on peace hopes, oil mixed

US and European stocks rose Tuesday on hopes for a quick end to the Middle East war, while oil prices traded mixed amid the continuing uncertainty.

March 31, 2026

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US consumers' inflation expectations surge on Mideast war
US consumers' inflation expectations surge on Mideast war

Inflation expectations among US consumers surged in March to levels last seen around seven months ago, following rocketing energy prices due to war in the Middle East, survey data showed Tuesday.

March 31, 2026

Napoli threaten absent Lukaku with disciplinary action
Napoli threaten absent Lukaku with disciplinary action

Napoli threatened Romelu Lukaku with disciplinary action on Tuesday after he decided to stay in Belgium for treatment on a hip injury.

March 31, 2026

Chelsea's Cucurella laments 'instability' caused by Maresca exit
Chelsea's Cucurella laments 'instability' caused by Maresca exit

Chelsea's Marc Cucurella believes former manager Enzo Maresca's departure and the club's policy of signing young players is behind the London side's recent struggles.

March 31, 2026

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Trump says other countries should 'just take' the Strait of Hormuz
Trump says other countries should 'just take' the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday the countries that have not joined the Middle East war but are struggling with fuel shortages should "go get your own oil" in the Strait of Hormuz.

March 31, 2026

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Asia to be hit hardest by Iran war energy crisis: Kpler to AFP
Asia to be hit hardest by Iran war energy crisis: Kpler to AFP

Asian nations are facing a major energy crisis as a result of the Iran war, with a sharp fall in crude shipments and few alternatives, global maritime analytics firm Kpler told AFP on Tuesday.

March 31, 2026