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What’s next for global markets? Keep a close eye on the oil price
Features The price of oil has tumbled in recent weeks, just as stocks have lost their footing. John Stepek looks at what a rebound in crude would mean for investors.
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Oil-price slide will boost global economic growth
Features Since early October, the oil price has fallen by a third to a one-year low of around $60 a barrel. But plenty of people will benefit from that.
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Watch the oil price closely – it could herald a market rebound
Features The oil price has fallen along with virtually every other asset. But keep an eye on it, says John Stepek. An upturn could signal a wider market recovery.
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Oil price rise is another headwind for world economy
Features Hedge funds are betting that the oil price will top $100 per barrel in 2019, which will drive up global inflation.
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Is oil heading for $100 a barrel? Or will Trump throw a spanner in the works?
Features The oil price is creeping up – something Donald Trump isn’t too happy about. John Stepek looks at whats behind the rise, and what Trump could do to stop it.
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Germany’s Dax 30 stock index turns 30
Features Germany’s benchmark stockmarket index, the Dax 30, has risen tenfold since it began life 30 years ago.
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What’s behind the recent slide in the oil price?
Features After a year of big rises, the oil price has slipped back recently. Is this just a blip, or are we set for another big tumble? John Stepek explains.
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Oil producers are pumping harder – but don’t expect oil prices to slide
Features Oil cartel Opec and Russia have decided to pump more oil. Normally, higher production means lower prices. But that’s not likely to happen this time, says John Stepek. Here’s why.
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A dip in the oil price could be very bullish for stockmarkets
Features Major oil producers may soon raise production. That could drive the oil price down, deflect inflation, and boost stocks. John Stepek looks at how likely that is to happen.
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