Natural Gas, WTI Oil, Brent Oil Forecasts – Oil Prices Fall 7% On Possible Iran Deal.Oil markets tested new lows as President Trump said that negotiations were “proceeding nicely”.

investingLive Americas FX news wrap 25 May: Diplomacy hopes hit oil, lift risk.With London and U.S. markets closed for the holiday, trading activity was lighter across the major stock indices and debt markets. As a result, the primary focus for investors shifted squarely toward developments surrounding the conflict in Iran and the ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing a broader regional escalation.

The Strait of Hormuz is to be opened in 30 days, Oil down 7% – WTI Technical analysis.WTI Oil Update: Oil is in an absolute freefall, tumbling 7% during a thin holiday session to retest early May lows. Driven entirely by President Trump's blockbuster announcement projecting a full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days, explore our in-depth technical analysis of crude's critical structural pivot zones.

British Pound rises toward 1.3500 as hopes for US-Iran deal improve market sentiment.British Pound rises toward 1.3500 as hopes for US-Iran deal improve market sentiment

US and Iran plan to open the Strait of Hormuz in about 30 days.The nuclear part of the deal and the rescinding of sanctions are more challeging items that would need to be negotiated BEFORE there is increased hostilities.

US and Iran ceasefire deal nears, Hormuz reopens – Nikkei.US and Iran ceasefire deal nears, Hormuz reopens – Nikkei

Canadian Dollar firms against weaker US Dollar despite pressure from falling Oil prices.Canadian Dollar firms against weaker US Dollar despite pressure from falling Oil prices

Oil: WTI and Brent test key psychological levels – Scotiabank.Oil: WTI and Brent test key psychological levels – Scotiabank

U.S. Dollar Retreats As Oil Prices Dive 6%: Analysis For EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/CAD, USD/JPY.The American currency is moving lower as traders focus on progress in U.S. – Iran negotiations.

Singapore: Ai tailwinds offset conflict drag – UOB.Singapore: Ai tailwinds offset conflict drag – UOB

Meanwhile.. Israel and Lebanon hostilities may be moving to a reescalation.While the US and Iran continue to pursue diplomatic negotiations, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon remains a major threat to any broader peace effort in the region. Reports continue to surface that forces in Lebanon are targeting Israel Defense Forces (IDF) positions, increasing tensions along the northern border.

Al Arabiya: Iran is demanding highly enriched uranium be transferred to China.Al Arabiya is reporting, citing “high-ranking sources,” that Iran is demanding its highly enriched uranium be transferred to China as part of ongoing negotiations. The report adds that Iran is willing to remove the highly enriched uranium from its own territory, which on the surface could be presented as a step toward de-escalation and compromise.

GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Bulls test 214.50 resistance as upside momentum improves.GBP/JPY Price Forecast: Bulls test 214.50 resistance as upside momentum improves

Mexico Accumulated Current Account/GDP down to -3.1% in 1Q from previous 1.55%.Mexico Accumulated Current Account/GDP down to -3.1% in 1Q from previous 1.55%

Mexico Current Account, $ (QoQ) dipped from previous $7702M to $-15878M in 1Q.Mexico Current Account, $ (QoQ) dipped from previous $7702M to $-15878M in 1Q

US Dollar Index hovers around 99.00, looks at geopolitics.US Dollar Index hovers around 99.00, looks at geopolitics

Chinese Yuan: Key 6.7820 support against US Dollar in focus – UOB.Chinese Yuan: Key 6.7820 support against US Dollar in focus – UOB

Scotiabank US Dollar to Canadian Dollar Forecast: Bullish Bias in the Near Term.The US Dollar to Canadian Dollar (USD/CAD) exchange rate traded near 1.3805 on Monday, close to May highs after gaining almost 2% this month. The pair has rebounded sharply from April's low near 1.3580, reversing much of the previous month's decline as markets reassess the outlook for US and Canadian interest rates.

Canadian Dollar: Losses against US Dollar look limited – Scotiabank.Canadian Dollar: Losses against US Dollar look limited – Scotiabank

Progress toward deal to end US-Iran war slows down – WSJ.Progress toward deal to end US-Iran war slows down – WSJ

Why U.S. Natural Gas Prices Remain Low Despite Persian Gulf Crisis.Global financial markets have seen intense volatility lately, as escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf push major energy benchmarks like Brent and WTI crude sharply higher.

South Korean Won: Hawkish BoK risk as authorities flag weakness – BBH.South Korean Won: Hawkish BoK risk as authorities flag weakness – BBH

Crude Oil Price Analysis – Oil Drops as Headlines Suggest Possible Peace.Crude oil continues to move on to the latest rumors and headlines.

Brent Gaps Lower and Falls Below $100, on Growing Optimism over US-Iran Peace Talks.Brent oil opened with a gap-lower and hit the lowest in more than two weeks on Monday ($96.88), driven by fresh wave of optimism about potential US-Iran peace deal, although key points of negotiations are still to be discussed.

Natural Gas Price Analysis – Natural Gas Continues to Bounce Around.Natural gas drifts on Monday, as traders are trying to sort out the headlines in the Middle East, but at the same time, we are on holiday in most major Western economies. Most notably, the US is celebrating Memorial Day, leading to shortened hours.

The Dollar Took a Step Back Amid Expectations of aDeal.The US dollar opened the week with a small downward gap and is currently down 0.2% on reports of progress in US-Iran negotiations and a potentially imminent deal. Donald Trump stated that the terms of a deal to resolve the conflict peacefully have largely been agreed upon.

AUD/USD, NZD/USD and USD/JPY Forecasts – US Dollar Drifts Lower in Asia.The US dollar drifted a bit lower, as traders are trying to react to the latest headlines in the Middle East.

Bank of Israel resumes rate cuts as inflation stable despite war.The Bank of Israel lowered short-term interest rates for the third time in six months ​on Monday, citing a large appreciation of the shekel and stable inflation, ‌while cautioning that geopolitical uncertainty remains high.

Markets Rally on Iran Deal Hopes as Oil Crashes to $95.Markets began the week trading as if the Strait of Hormuz is already reopening — even though the final agreement has not yet been signed. Investors rushed into a full-scale “peace dividend” trade after reports suggested the US and Iran are edging closer toward a framework agreement that could end the conflict, restore shipping through Hormuz, and dramatically reduce the risk of a prolonged global energy shock.

Bank of Canada: Patient path to neutral – TD Securities.Bank of Canada: Patient path to neutral – TD Securities