China Pushes Back on New U.S. Tech Investment Limits
China is pushing back as the U.S. considers expanding technology-investment restrictions into biotechnology, advanced computing and hypersonic systems. The proposal is not a blanket ban on Chinese investments, but the next steps from Washington and Beijing could influence where technology capital is allowed to flow.
Trump Reportedly Rejects Iran Hormuz Plan: Oil Next?
Brent crude fell more than 2% Friday as traders bet diplomacy could help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Then a reported rejection of Iran’s proposal changed the weekend setup, putting the first crude trade back in focus.
Oil Tops $90 After Hormuz Strike as Hike Odds Hit 57%
Oil moved above $90 after a U.S. strike near the Strait of Hormuz put one of the world’s most important energy routes back in focus. With September rate-hike odds now at 57%, the next question is whether higher energy prices or Friday’s jobs report has the bigger impact on Fed expectations.