πŸ“Š Market Snapshot

  • Gold (XAUUSD): $4,375.59 (Day High $4,397.06 / Low $4,310.94)
  • WTI Crude (USOIL): $81.52 (Day High $82.02 / Low $79.92)
  • Note: US markets closed Saturday; quotes reflect Friday’s session

πŸ”₯ Key News This Hour

1. Middle East Tensions Escalate UAE reports a vessel attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon killed 11 people; Lebanon condemns Israel for violating the framework agreement. Situation shows further deterioration.

2. Libyan Power Station Hit by Drone Strike According to Al Hadath, the Al Hasha power station in Zawara, Libya was attacked by drones, reflecting ongoing regional instability.

3. CNN Poll: Americans Question Trump’s Efforts on Prices A new CNN poll shows 71% of Americans believe Trump is not doing enough to lower everyday prices, up significantly from 58% last year.

4. Harvard Discloses $2.2B SpaceX Stake Harvard Management Company disclosed a $2.2 billion position in SpaceX, representing over half of its $4.3 billion US equity portfolio, signaling long-term confidence in the aerospace sector.

5. NIO Charging Network Milestone NIO has built 9,210 charging and battery swap stations nationwide, including 4,020 swap stations, with over 120 million cumulative battery swaps.

6. Virginia State University Shooting Update Police arrested a 19-year-old male suspect. The shooting left 5 injured, with one victim in critical condition.

🧭 Situation Assessment

Middle East tensions are the biggest weekend risk, with the Hormuz Strait vessel incident and escalating Israeli-Lebanese conflict.

Gold holds above $4,300, reflecting a significant geopolitical risk premium.

Crude oil near $81; further Middle East escalation could drive short-term upside risk.

CNN poll signals growing inflation management pressure and weakening Trump approval.

Harvard’s SpaceX bet highlights institutional investors’ long-term bullishness on aerospace, with private asset allocation trends continuing.

⏰ Upcoming Key Data

No major economic data releases this weekend (Saturday/Sunday). Monitor Middle East developments and their impact on market sentiment at Monday’s open.