Currency Controls and Sanctions
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UAE pushes deeper into BRICS payments, even as US sanctions tighten
The UAE is carving out a central role in BRICS cross-border payments, using bilateral deals and digital platforms. But US sanctions and the lack of a single system bring new risks and slow down real adoption.
Iran Signals Currency Resilience Amid US Sanctions and Rial Volatility
Iran's central bank says it can support the rial despite US sanctions, with up to $2 billion ready for intervention. The move comes as the currency faces record lows and inflation pressures, raising questions about the country's economic stability.
Global Bond Markets Stall as US Plans Sweeping Iran Sanctions
Government bond yields in Europe and Japan paused after weeks of volatility, as investors await new US sanctions on Iran and signals from central banks. The risk of further disruption to energy flows and inflation remains a key concern for markets
Pound Weakens Against Canadian Dollar as Tariffs and Inflation Loom
The pound-to-Canadian dollar rate has slipped below key support as Canadian inflation and a US tariff deadline approach, raising new questions about the near-term direction for GBP/CAD and the resilience of sterling.