Shan Ahmed Khan

Shan Ahmed Khan is a senior markets reporter at TS2.tech, specializing in stocks, technology and macroeconomic trends. A graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), he previously worked in investment research and market analysis. His coverage helps readers understand the key developments influencing global financial markets and emerging industries.

Oil prices bounce back as Trump’s Iran “armada” talk and Kazakhstan outage lift Brent, WTI

Oil prices bounce back as Trump’s Iran “armada” talk and Kazakhstan outage lift Brent, WTI

Crude oil prices climbed Friday as U.S. President Donald Trump revived threats against Iran, sparking concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East. Adding to the pressure, a production outage in Kazakhstan tightened the market further. Brent crude for March delivery jumped 76 cents, or 1.2%, to $64.82 a barrel by 1026 GMT. Meanwhile, U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 75 cents, or 1.3%, reaching $60.11.
23 January 2026
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US economic calendar today: Intel slides, Wall Street futures dip ahead of PMI and Michigan sentiment

US economic calendar today: Intel slides, Wall Street futures dip ahead of PMI and Michigan sentiment

U.S. stock index futures edged lower in early premarket trade Friday, led by a steep drop in Intel shares following a disappointing outlook. Investors are also bracing for important U.S. economic data set to come out later this morning. At 5:57 a.m. ET, S&P 500 E-minis slipped 0.23%, Nasdaq 100 E-minis lost 0.35%, and Dow E-minis fell 0.24%. Intel plunged 13.6% in premarket action, while Intuitive Surgical gained 3.7% after surpassing quarterly estimates.
23 January 2026
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Brent crude price rebounds toward $65 on Trump Iran warning and Kazakhstan outage

Brent crude price rebounds toward $65 on Trump Iran warning and Kazakhstan outage

Brent crude futures jumped on Friday, clawing back some losses from the previous session as traders digested fresh supply concerns. U.S. President Donald Trump’s warning about an “armada” heading toward Iran rattled markets, while production issues lingered in Kazakhstan. By 1026 GMT, Brent for March was up 76 cents, or 1.2%, at $64.82 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate also gained 75 cents, or 1.3%, settling at $60.11.
23 January 2026
ComEd’s $15.3 billion grid plan could raise Chicago-area bills — what’s in the filing

ComEd’s $15.3 billion grid plan could raise Chicago-area bills — what’s in the filing

Commonwealth Edison has submitted a $15.3 billion grid upgrade plan to the Illinois Commerce Commission, covering 2028 through 2031, aiming to handle rising electricity demand. The utility said if the proposal gets the green light, average residential bills could rise by about $2.50 to $3.00 per month starting in 2028. ComEd also pointed out that demand growth is already stressing over 70 substations across its network, which serves roughly 4 million customers in northern Illinois.
23 January 2026
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Silver price surges toward $100 after record hit as Fed week looms

Silver price surges toward $100 after record hit as Fed week looms

Silver climbed 1.7% to $97.85 an ounce by 0851 GMT on Friday, after hitting a record $99.34 earlier, continuing a strong rally that’s also lifted gold and platinum to new highs. “Faith in the U.S. and its assets have been shaken, maybe permanently,” said Kyle Rodda, senior market analyst at Capital.com. The dollar index—which measures the greenback against six major currencies—hovered near a two-week low, down about 1% on the week. Traders are pricing in a Federal Reserve pause next week, with two rate cuts still expected in 2026.
23 January 2026
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Gold price flirts with $5,000 again as a soft dollar and Fed bets keep bulls in play

Gold price flirts with $5,000 again as a soft dollar and Fed bets keep bulls in play

Gold climbed to a fresh record on Friday, pushing close to $5,000 an ounce before pulling back slightly in early trading. Spot gold slipped 0.4% to $4,917.37 per ounce by 0851 GMT, after hitting a session high of $4,967.03. U.S. gold futures for February rose 0.2% to $4,921.70. “Faith in the U.S. and its assets have been shaken, maybe permanently,” said Kyle Rodda, senior market analyst at Capital.com.
23 January 2026
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