CNBC Daily Open: Unusual volume spikes and skepticism drive early trade
Global stocks pare gains after Monday’s volatile session amid skepticism over the de-escalation efforts between the U.S. and Iran.
EU, Australia seal trade deal as Western countries hedge against U.S. risks
The EU and Australia agreed to a sweeping trade deal, the latest move by U.S. allies to rethink their economic ties amid deepening geopolitical uncertainty.
India’s private sector growth slows to over 3-year low in March, weighed down by Mideast conflict
India’s private-sector business activity, which had been on an upswing since the start of 2026, falters in March due to shockwaves from the Iran war
Gold prices are steady after heavy sell-off
The spot gold price began to settle but remained subdued on Tuesday after a tumultuous start to the week, establishing a level around $4,370 per troy ounce.
Colombia military plane crash kills 66, four still missing
A Colombian military plane crashed in a takeoff disaster on Monday, killing 66 people, and with four still missing, according to a top official.
Oil rises, with Brent climbing back above $100 as optimism fades over Iran war de-escalation
Oil prices traded higher on Tuesday, with international benchmark Brent crude climbing back above $100 per barrel.
CNBC Daily Open: Trump takes off-ramp on Iran ultimatum
Global markets see some reprieve, after U.S. President Donald Trump signals positive discussions with Tehran.
Asia-Pacific markets pare gains as oil rebounds on Iran war-linked uncertainty
Asia-Pacific markets rose but pared earlier gains as oil prices rebounded, underscoring lingering uncertainty over the trajectory of the Middle East conflict.
Japan reports lower-than-expected core inflation for February, headline CPI eases for a fourth month
The consumer price index fell to 1.3% last month, its lowest level since March 2022 and below the central bank’s 2% target. It was down from 1.5% in January.
OpenAI calls out Microsoft reliance as risk in investor document ahead of expected IPO
In a document that resembles an IPO prospectus, OpenAI highlighted the risk of its dependence on Microsoft and of supply disruptions at TSMC.
