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Source intel on energy, metals, and raw materials markets – plus more

On Inflation, Look Past Today’s Headlines
  • 12 Aug 2026

If you will, come with us in our DeLorean in a time travel fever dream to July 14, 2026, the day June’s US Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report hit. Open any financial website not named Mark...

Bulls in control and Dollar downside asymmetry
  • 10 Aug 2026

Cleaner positioning and the strongest US earnings season since 2021 have handed the bulls control. The bear case rests on long-end rates, hyperscaler leverage and an energy shock. We weigh both, an...

Macro House View Q3 2026
  • 10 Aug 2026

Despite Middle East conflict-driven energy disruptions, the global economy remains resilient, with inflation elevated, rates higher for longer and growth intact.

Rally Holds as Yields, Oil, Data Spark Debates
  • 07 Aug 2026

As an earnings-driven rally holds, its fate may hinge on data trust, Kashkari's supply-shock case, and where high Treasury yields head next.

Give back: The power of charity
  • 06 Aug 2026

Giving back is not just about others. It's also powerful for our own wellbeing. Research shows that acts of kindness, volunteering and everyday generosity can restore purpose, connection and meaning.

AI in Focus: Why Some Commodities are Having a Material(s) Impact
  • 06 Aug 2026

This edition of AI in Focus puts materials in the spotlight.

The Tenth Question Facing Alberta
  • 06 Aug 2026

Editors’ Note: This column touches on politics, so please note that MarketMinder is intentionally nonpartisan, favoring no party nor any politician, assessing developments solely for their potentia...

Western Oil and Gas Producers Are Ramping Up
  • 06 Aug 2026

After renewed fighting in the Iran war sent oil prices skyward last month (before cooling again), pundits rehashed warnings of energy supply shortages, as shipments from the Red Sea and Hormuz were...

Hiring a Systematic Bond Manager? Seven Questions for Candidates
  • 05 Aug 2026

Systematic bond investing needs specialist skills and resources. Has your manager got what it takes? Investors are warming to systematic processes in bond markets. In this new approach, a dynamic m...