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Mar 6, 2026
Forecasting the upcoming week: Middle East war boosts Oil, NFP miss shakes US Dollar
The Middle East crisis has escalated into an all-out war after the US and Israel assassinated the Supreme Leader of Iran on February 28. Iran not only targeted Israel but also attacked United States (US) military bases around the Persian Gulf.
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Mar 6, 2026
USD/MYR: Consolidation near highs with upside risks – OCBC
OCBC strategists Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong report that USD/MYR is consolidating near recent highs after an early-week run-up, supported by broader USD strength and soggy risk sentiment. Geopolitical headlines around Iran and energy markets are seen as key drivers.
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