Although Donald Trump says he has “destroyed 100% of Iran’s Military Capability”, the 0% that apparently remains is playing havoc with the global economy by choking off 10-15% of its oil supply https://t.co/8uMhPNurpj ...

I WANT TO BRING IN NOW MSNOW SENIOR NATIONAL SECURITY REPORTER DAD ROAD. ALSO WITH US, RETIRED U .S. NAVY VICE ADMIRAL ROBERT HAYWARD.AND HE'S A SENIOR ADVISER AT THE JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR NATIONAL SECURITY OF AMERICA AND FORMER DEPUTY CHIEF of staff at the Defense Department under Secretary Chuck Hagel, Wendy Anderson. David, starting with you, just diagnose for us what you heard from that conversation between Steph Ruhl and the president. So I listened to the entire interview and the president, what you ju ...

Core Insights - Oil prices surged from approximately $71 to nearly $98 per barrel in early March 2026 due to heightened geopolitical tensions in the Persian Gulf, creating significant supply fears [2][8] - ETRACS Crude Oil Shares Covered Call ETN (NASDAQ:USOI) is designed to miss most of the price gains associated with such volatility, as it caps monthly gains at 6% by selling out-of-the-money call options [5][9] Company Structure - USOI is an Exchange Traded Note (ETN) issued by UBS AG, which tracks the Nasdaq WTI Crude Oil FLOWS 106 Index and holds a notional long position in United States Oil Fund (NYSEARCA:USO) while selling monthly call options [5][9] - The ETN's structure trades away large price gains for consistent monthly cash flow, making it suitable for income-focused investors who are willing to accept capped upside potential [9] Market Performance - During the oil price surge from $71 to $98 per barrel, a direct crude oil position would have captured nearly all of that gain, while USOI's strategy limited its participation to only the initial phase of the rally due to the 6% cap on monthly gains [7][8] - Despite the limitations, USOI generated a 24% year-to-date return and provided meaningful monthly income in a high-volatility environment [9]

Group 1: Housing Market - The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate increased to 6.22%, the highest level in over three months, impacting prospective homebuyers during the spring season [1] - The benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose from 6.11% last week, and is lower than the 6.67% average from one year ago [1] Group 2: Modular Homes - The 1960s initiative Operation Breakthrough aimed to mass-produce 26 million modular homes but did not gain traction, yet it offers valuable lessons for addressing current housing shortages [2] - The initiative was supported by HUD and NASA expertise, highlighting the potential of advanced manufacturing in the housing sector [2] Group 3: Energy Market - The International Energy Agency is advising consumers and businesses to reduce energy consumption as oil prices rise due to Middle East conflicts [3] - Suggested measures include remote work, reduced travel, and transitioning to electric cooking to help stabilize prices and alleviate pressure on households and global markets [3]

Core Viewpoint - The potential removal of sanctions on Iranian oil could lead to a significant increase in oil supplies to Asia within a short timeframe, specifically three to four days, as stated by U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright [1][2]. Group 1: Sanctions and Oil Supply - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the U.S. may soon lift sanctions on Iranian oil that is currently stranded on tankers at sea [2]. - The removal of these sanctions is aimed at addressing rising oil prices exacerbated by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz [2]. Group 2: Market Reactions - The British pound experienced a decline as oil prices began to rise again, although it is still on track for a weekly gain due to expectations of interest rate hikes from the Bank of England [3]. - The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is impacting global economic conditions, with London equities set for a third consecutive weekly decline [3].

Group 1 - Oil benchmarks may have reached a ceiling as long as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East does not impact key energy infrastructure [1]

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Treasury Department has denied rumors of a planned intervention in the commodities market to control prices, emphasizing that such actions have not been taken [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Intervention Rumors - Bessent refuted speculation regarding the Treasury's potential use of the Exchange Stabilization Fund to short the oil futures market, labeling it as a common reaction during periods of significant price volatility [1]. - The legality and feasibility of such financial trades by the Treasury were questioned, indicating uncertainty about the authority under which these actions could be executed [2]. Group 2: Russian Oil Strategy - Instead of financial interventions, the Treasury is focusing on physical market adjustments, allowing countries to purchase Russian oil that is currently "stranded at sea" to mitigate global supply disruptions [3]. - This temporary waiver is described as a "narrowly tailored, short-term measure" aimed at increasing global supply without compromising the sanctions against Russia [3]. - Officials assert that the waiver applies only to oil already extracted and in transit, minimizing the financial benefits to the Russian government, which primarily earns revenue from taxes at the extraction point [4]. Group 3: Market Impact and Outlook - The energy markets are experiencing extreme volatility, with Brent crude futures reaching $107.24 and WTI crude futures at $93.84 per barrel [5]. - The United States Oil Fund LP (NYSE:USO) has shown significant year-to-date gains of 68.28%, reflecting the ongoing geopolitical tensions [5]. - Over the last six months and year, USO has increased by 59.63% and 62.05%, respectively, although it experienced a decline of 0.87% over the last five days [6].

As well as Iranian crude, China can tap its own vast stockpiles. But higher oil costs will ripple through supply chains and raise freight costs https://t.co/fSasKpjtVT ...

The Zionist cult currently in charge in the U.S. has, with their quixotic tilting at Middle East windmills, threatened vital oil, fertilizer, and chemical feedstock supplies vital to East Asian economies.Result: East Asian countries have finally started giving long-pathological U.S. foreign interference -- policies bad for normal Americans and most of the rest of the world alike -- such as sanctions against Russia, the finger.Richard (@ricwe123):Japan is now openly buying Russian oil with the yuan.The Trump ...

FACILITIES IN THE MIDDLE EAST, SENDING OIL PRICES SOARING. AND THIS JUST IN. THE PENTAGON RACING TO DEPLOY THOUSANDS OF ADDITIONAL MARINES TO THE REGION.STUNNING NEW IMAGES FROM INSIDE IRAN. FLAMES ERUPTING FROM ONE OF THE LARGEST GAS FIELDS IN THE WORLD AFTER AN ISRAELI ATTACK. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP WARNING ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN NETANYAHU, QUOTE, DON'T DO IT AGAIN.AND THIS TERRIFYING MOMENT, A MISSILE SLAMS INTO THE GROUND, JUST FEET FROM A JOURNALIST ON THE FRONT LINES. PLUS, IRANIAN MISSILES R ...