Brent crude neared $120 today after Iran attacked a tanker off UAE. The assault extended Strait of Hormuz disruption into week four creating massive supply dislocation. TotalEnergies booked bumper profits on Middle East oil bets as fewer contracts increased volatility allowing single traders to dominate markets.
Foreign central banks dumped US Treasuries at the fastest pace since 2012 according to New York Federal Reserve data. International official holdings collapsed as nations scrambled for dollar liquidity amid war premium surges.
The yen and rupee rose as Asian countries struggled to defend currency pegs. Japan's top currency official warned decisive government action might soon be necessary. Dollar posted its steepest monthly surge in years on haven demand.
WMT Walmart insiders filed yesterday for $403M in coordinated sales. The systematic liquidation topped all global insider selling in two weeks showing C-suite conviction evaporated. PBF PBF Energy absorbed $240M in exits across 18 transactions as refinery holders fled amid Hormuz chaos.
PAVS Paranovus Entertainment SI jumped 218 points in seven days to 292%. Bears quadrupled positions showing extreme conviction. BDRX Biodexa spiked 60 points in three days alone as sellers piled in.
Energy traders stacked options bets on CF CF Industries and FANG Diamondback as commodity volatility accelerated. META Meta rebounded 4% today recovering from steep sell-off. European stocks posted worst monthly performance since 2022 as war dragged on with no resolution in sight.
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