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Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Abel publicly acknowledged Alphabet's strong position in AI during Q2, describing the company as a 'significant player' in the technology.

Saudi Aramco's CEO warns of catastrophic consequences for the oil market and global economy if the halt to Strait of Hormuz tanker traffic continues, citing severe disruption to oil flows.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals' stock rose 5.3% in premarket trading after the company announced positive results from a late-stage trial of its kidney disease drug povetacicept, which met its primary objective.

The FTSE 100 has seen a surge in stocks after US President Trump stated that the war with Iran could end soon, indicating a potential de-escalation of tensions.

Iran has threatened to halt oil exports from the Middle East until the US and Israel stop their attacks, potentially disrupting global oil supplies and causing oil prices to rise.

Oil prices plummeted by 10% after US President Trump's statement that Iran would face severe consequences if it disrupts oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a heightened risk of conflict in the region.

Bapco Energies has declared force majeure on its operations in Bahrain due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, affecting the country's only refinery.

Broadcom's stock is climbing due to the company's statement that AI is not disrupting its software business, with sales growth in its infrastructure software expected to accelerate.

President Trump's statement on Iran's military capabilities has sparked another wave of attacks by Israel, indicating a heightened conflict situation.

The Swiss franc has fallen due to the Swiss National Bank's threat to intervene in the currency market to curb excessive gains, driven by safe-haven demand stemming from the Middle East conflict.

The UK's Spring Statement is expected to be a low-key event with minimal policy announcements, as the government focuses on its Autumn Budget.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that inflation could pose a significant risk to the US economy, likening it to a 'skunk at the party'.