United States NFIB Business Optimism Index came in at 95.8, below expectations (98.6) in March

Apr 14, 2026

Brent: Futures curve signals easing shock – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank analysts note that Brent Oil has retreated below $100 as hopes grow for a US–Iran deal, easing fears of a stagflationary shock.

Gold: Buy dips with geopolitical support – OCBC

OCBC strategists Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong note Gold steadied after an early stumble and remains underpinned by unresolved geopolitical risks and structural demand.