CySEC Withdraws CIF License of OBR Investments Ltd (OBRInvest)

After the withdrawal of CIF Licence No. 217/13, what is the current status of OBRInvest? A regulatory review and risk assessment.

News 2026-03-03 16:59

Investment Scams That Could Be Targeting Malaysians Right Now

Understanding how these commonly seen investment scams operate could help Malaysian investors protect their savings.

News 2026-03-03 16:51

Australian Dollar Defies Risk-Off Mood as RBA Rate Hike Odds Jump to 27%

The Australian Dollar is defying the broader risk-off sentiment following hawkish comments from the RBA Governor. Markets have sharply increased the probability of a rate hike in March, diverging from the global easing narrative.

News 2026-03-03 16:00

ECB Warns of ‘Stagflationary’ Shock; Euro Holds Ground Against Sterling

ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane has flagged the risk of a conflict-driven inflation spike coupled with a drop in output. Meanwhile, the Euro remains steady against the Pound as political uncertainty weighs on Sterling.

News 2026-03-03 15:50

Global Markets Reel as Middle East Conflict Widens; Oil Surges and Fed Rate Bets Fade

Escalating conflict in the Middle East, including direct threats to the Strait of Hormuz, has triggered severe risk aversion across global markets. Oil prices are surging while investors scale back bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts, bolstering the US Dollar.

News 2026-03-03 15:30

Oil Markets Rally as Escalating Middle East Conflict Threatens Supply Lines

Crude oil prices rally as escalating geopolitical tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran renew fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East.

News 2026-03-03 15:20

FX Outlook: Tokyo Issues Intervention Warning as Dollar Crushes Peers

Japanese finance officials have issued strong warnings regarding currency intervention as the Yen weakens. The move comes as the Dollar consolidates gains against major peers.

News 2026-03-03 15:10

Strait of Hormuz "Effectively Closed" as Conflict Escalates; Oil Eyes $120

Global energy markets face a critical shock as the Strait of Hormuz sees tanker traffic plummet and Saudi infrastructure comes under attack. With oil prices surging over 9%, analysts warn of a potential rally to $120 if the blockade persists.

News 2026-03-03 14:40

Middle East Escalation Triggers Gold Rush; Ship Insurers Cut Gulf Coverage

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated following strikes on Iran, driving a flight to safe-haven assets like Gold and forcing maritime insurers to retract war risk coverage in the Gulf.

News 2026-03-03 14:20

Oil Markets Brace for "Total Interruption" as Strait of Hormuz Traffic Halts

Crude oil prices have spiked dangerously as tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz halts and Iran threatens to target regional energy infrastructure. Analysts warn that a sustained blockade could push oil beyond $108 per barrel, complicating the global inflation outlook.

News 2026-03-03 14:10

War in Middle East Ignites Safe-Haven Rush; USD and Gold Surge

Global markets are reeling following confirmed US-Israel military strikes on Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei, triggering a massive flight to safety. The US Dollar and Japanese Yen have surged while Gold tests historic highs, as traders price in the escalating risk of a broader conflict.

News 2026-03-03 14:00

FX Markets: King Dollar Reigns Amid Chaos; BoJ Eyes "Neutral" Rates

The US Dollar has reasserted its dominance as the ultimate safe haven, gaining against the Euro and Sterling amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, the Bank of Japan signals a potential hawkish pivot, indicating rates could rise if inflation trends accelerate.

News 2026-03-03 13:50

Geopolitical Conflict Drives Gold Rally as Insurers Cut Gulf Coverage

Gold prices rally as investors seek safety amid fresh strikes on Iran, while marine insurers retract war risk coverage for the Gulf region, signaling escalating supply chain threats.

News 2026-03-03 13:40

War in the Middle East: Oil Spikes and Stocks Tumble as Conflict Enters "Uncharted Territory"

Global markets face a severe volatility shock following confirmed US-Israel strikes on Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei, triggering a massive flight to safety. Crude oil prices spiked over 13% intraday on fears of a Strait of Hormuz blockade, while equities across Asia and Europe tumbled.

News 2026-03-03 13:30

Central Bank of Nigeria Cuts Rates by 50bps in Safe Play Move

The Central Bank of Nigeria has cut interest rates by 50 basis points supported by $50 billion in reserves, while the Ghanaian Cedi and South African Rand show signs of regional strength.

News 2026-03-03 13:20

Middle East Tensions Rattle Risk Sentiment: Airspace Closures Signal Supply Fears

Escalating US-Iran tensions have triggered UAE airspace closures and flight cancellations, fueling risk-off sentiment and driving demand for safe-haven assets and oil.

News 2026-03-03 13:10

Equity Markets Fracture: Pakistan Melts Down as Geopolitics Rattles Asia

Asian and emerging markets bore the brunt of the geopolitical shock, with Pakistan's stock exchange triggering a circuit breaker and Japanese banks tumbling. While US futures have shown resilience, concerns over private credit vulnerabilities are rising.

News 2026-03-03 13:00

Invest RM300, Make RM10,000? Police Say It’s a Scam

Malaysian police have warned the public about a surge in social media investment scams that promise extremely high returns, such as turning RM300 into more than RM13,000. Authorities say these offers are clear red flags, as scammers often use fake testimonials and profit screenshots to gain trust before disappearing with victims’ money. The public is urged to verify investment platforms and avoid schemes that guarantee profits.

News 2026-03-03 12:05

Global Brokers Expand Into Crypto Trading While Testing Prediction Market Models

Regulators are scrutinizing prediction markets as brokers add crypto assets to their platforms. Is innovation outpacing compliance?

News 2026-03-03 11:51

RM115 Million Lost in a Month: Are Malaysians Underestimating Investment Scams?

According to figures released by the Royal Malaysia Police, a total of 787 non-existent investment scam cases were recorded nationwide in January alone. The reported losses reached approximately RM115 million.

News 2026-03-03 11:21