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US Sector Analysis: Geopolitical Shocks and Yield Volatility

The US equity markets have entered a period of intense turbulence as ofMarch 12, 2026. While the broader indices face significant pressure from climbing Treasury yields, the market exhibits a clear "stagflation-style" pricing characteristic, where certain "real asset" sectors are thriving while interest-rate-sensitive groups …

Robert Luong | 16 March 2026

Yield Spikes and Geopolitical Shocks: ASX Sectors Weather a Violent Capital Rotation

Last week, the Australian market experienced a violent rotation in capital, driven by surging bond yields and a geopolitical energy shock. While the broader index faced significant pressure, a clear divergence emerged between sectors benefiting frominflationand those punished by risinginterest rates.

Robert Luong | 16 March 2026

Stagflation Shadows: How Geopolitical Tensions and Rising Yields Rattled the ASX Sectors

Last week was a volatile period for the Australian market, characterized by a "geopolitical energy shock" that saw the S&P/ASX 200 drop 2.64% to close at 8,617 points. While the Energy sector thrived, almost every other industry group struggled asinflationfears andinterest ratehike expectations surged.

Robert Luong | 16 March 2026

US Market Analysis: Stagflation Shadows and Yield Shocks

The US equity markets faced a volatile and challenging period during the week ending March 13, 2026, characterized by a "geopolitical energy shock" that rattled investor confidence. While the broader indices struggled under the weight of surging inflation fears, a distinct rotation into "real …

Robert Luong | 16 March 2026

S&P/ASX 200 Hits Three-Month Low as Mining Sell-Off Weighs

Macro Update:Oil prices climbed on Monday as investor attention returned to threats facing Middle East oil infrastructure, according toReuters.Brent cruderose $1.27 (1.2%) to $104.41 a barrel, whileWest Texas Intermediate crudegained 54 cents (0.6%) to $99.25. Both benchmarks have surged over 40% this month after …

Team Kalkine | 16 March 2026

Why Heavy Minerals (ASX:HVY) Stock Is Surging Today: Key Catalysts Investors Should Know

Key HighlightsHeavy Minerals Ltd (ASX:HVY) shares gained 1.052%on March 13, 2026, trading at $0.48.The basic materials company is among today's top ASX gainers as investors react to sector developments and company-specific catalystsHeavy Minerals Ltd operates in the mining and resources sector, which is experiencing …

Team Kalkine | 14 March 2026

Why Hawthorn Resources Ltd Stock Is Surging Today: Key Catalysts Investors Should Know

Key HighlightsHawthorn Resources Ltd (ASX: HAW) shares gained 6.74% on March 13, 2026, trading at $0.095The basic materials company is among today's top ASX gainers as investors react to sector developments and company-specific catalystsHawthorn Resources Ltd operates in the mining and resources sector, which …

Team Kalkine | 14 March 2026

Why Hawsons Iron (ASX:HIO) Stock Is Surging Today: Key Catalysts Investors Should Know

Key HighlightsHawsons Iron Ltd (ASX:HIO) shares gained 6.67% on March 13, 2026, trading at $0.016The basic materials company is among today's top ASX gainers as investors react to sector developments and company-specific catalystsHawsons Iron Ltd operates in the mining and resources sector, which is …

Team Kalkine | 14 March 2026

Why Fortescue (ASX:FMG) Stock Is Surging Today: Key Catalysts Investors Should Know

Key HighlightsFortescue shares gained 4.065% on March 13, 2026, trading at $20.48.The basic materials company is among today's top ASX gainers as investors react to sector developments and company-specific catalystsFortescue Ltd operates in the mining and resources sector, which is experiencing significant shifts driven …

Team Kalkine | 14 March 2026

Why FLYNN Gold (ASX:FG1) Stock Is Surging Today: Key Catalysts Investors Should Know

Key HighlightsFLYNN Gold shares gained 13.043% on March 13, 2026, trading at $0.026.The basic materials company is among today's top ASX gainers as investors react to sector developments and company-specific catalystsFLYNN Gold Ltd operates in the mining and resources sector, which is experiencing significant …

Team Kalkine | 13 March 2026