Brent crude surged 60% in March marking the largest monthly gain since 1988. The rally reversed today as reports emerged of US willingness to end the Iran campaign. Dollar dropped on peace talk headlines showing market relief.
Gold headed for its worst month in 17 years as rate cut hopes evaporated. The metal tumbled despite haven demand as Fed hawkishness persisted. CF CF Industries topped options sentiment as fertilizer names grabbed rotation flows.
Foreign central banks dumped US Treasuries at the fastest pace since 2012 per FT reporting. International official holdings at the New York Federal Reserve hit multi-year lows. The bond exodus showed mounting global concern over US fiscal trajectory.
European stocks posted their worst month since 2022 yet closed higher today as Iran war intensified. The paradoxical rally reflected oversold conditions and bargain hunting. Asian currencies weakened sharply with Japan warning decisive action might be necessary to defend the yen.
BYND Beyond Meat stumbled after Q4 earnings missed estimates. The plant-based protein maker faced renewed growth skepticism. TOST Toast grabbed Loop Capital coverage at hold with a $26 target.
Bears tripled down on PINS Pinterest as SI doubled to 14.15% in seven days. The social platform absorbed massive short positioning. BYND rental car giant held 69.45% SI maintaining its spot as most shorted major stock.
HM B H&M founder Stefan Persson filed $80M in buying demonstrating billionaire conviction. French infrastructure giant Eiffage added $194M in Getlink shares showing European institutional appetite contrasted with US executive exits.
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