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US inflation came in hotter than expected, oil prices are back above $100 per barrel, global oil inventories are falling at record speed, and the Middle East war continues to threaten one of the world’s most critical oil routes: the Strait of Hormuz. Bond yields are rising again, rate cuts are fading further into the distance, and consumers are increasingly relying on debt to keep spending alive. Yet despite all these warning signs, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq remain near record highs as dip buyers continue to rush into every pullback and AI optimism keeps fueling the rally. But every new point added to this market now feels like another Jenga block balancing on borrowed stability. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets keep climbing despite rising oil prices, geopolitical tensions and growing inflation risks. The S&P500 and Nasdaq pushed to fresh record highs as stronger-than-expected earnings — especially from AI and energy companies — helped investors look through the Middle East turmoil and higher energy costs. But beneath the surface, the rally is becoming increasingly narrow, with tech and semiconductors doing most of the heavy lifting. The million dollar question is: why markets continue rallying despite unideal geopolitical headlines, why emerging markets are also hitting record highs despite a rising oil and stronger US dollar, and why some investors — including Michael Burry — warn that today’s tech optimism increasingly resembles the peak of the dot-com bubble, what are risks linked to oil supply disruptions, inflation, Fed expectations and the growing disconnect between market optimism and economic reality. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

AI investors now brush aside worsening geopolitical headlines. Despite fading peace hopes in the Middle East, rising oil prices and renewed inflation fears, tech-heavy indices trade to record highs, driven once again by semiconductor and AI-linked stocks. The divergence between tech and the rest of the market is becoming increasingly extreme, with investors seemingly willing to ignore slowing growth signals and energy-driven inflation risks as long as the AI narrative remains alive. But with crude oil back above $100pb, inflation data due this week and valuations looking increasingly stretched, investors may be underestimating the risks building beneath the surface. Could this resilience in tech continue… or are markets entering the calm before the storm? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets are ending the week on another geopolitical twist as renewed Middle East tensions can’t come to an end! Meanwhile, all eyes now turn to the US jobs report. While employment data remains important, investors are increasingly watching wage growth and inflation signals as central banks grow more concerned about price pressures than slowing labour markets. Can strong jobs and softer wages keep the rally alive? Or will rising oil prices and inflation fears dominate sentiment again? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets erupted in euphoria after headlines suggested that a potential US-Iran peace proposal could help de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. Oil prices plunged from recent highs, the US dollar weakened, yields dropped and equity markets surged to fresh records, with AI and semiconductor stocks once again leading the rally. But is the market getting ahead of itself? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets erupted in euphoria after headlines suggested that a potential US-Iran peace proposal could help de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. Oil prices plunged from recent highs, the US dollar weakened, yields dropped and equity markets surged to fresh records, with AI and semiconductor stocks once again leading the rally. But is the market getting ahead of itself? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

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AI optimism is once again overpowering geopolitical fears. Markets continue to flip-flop between Middle East headlines and enthusiasm around artificial intelligence, but investors remain focused on strong tech earnings, booming AI infrastructure spending and resilient equity momentum. The S&P500, Nasdaq100 and Kospi are at ATH levels thanks to semiconductor stocks, amid strong earnings reaction. European equities are lagging behind tech-heavy markets like the Kospi and Taiex, as energy prices are shaping sentiment, and investors appear increasingly comfortable ignoring geopolitical risks unless tensions escalate significantly. Today, we discuss whether markets are underpricing risk, what the latest US economic data means for the Federal Reserve, and why elevated valuations could still leave equities vulnerable to sharp reversals despite the current optimism. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Oil volatility, rising yields and geopolitical tensions are back in focus — and markets are feeling it. A fresh escalation in the Middle East sent crude prices surging before easing slightly, reminding investors how quickly sentiment can flip from optimism to risk-off. As oil pushes higher, the narrative shifts from supply concerns to demand destruction, with inflation fears and hawkish central bank expectations returning to the forefront. At the same time, the US dollar is regaining strength, weighing on gold and tightening financial conditions globally. Equity markets are reacting, with pressure on European stocks and renewed uncertainty around trade dynamics. Meanwhile, the spotlight turns to tech, with key earnings from AMD set to test whether the AI rally can hold in a more fragile macro environment. Can strong fundamentals offset rising geopolitical risks — or is volatility here to stay? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Is Ethereum the better war-proof investment than BTC? How is Solana planning on becoming quantum-resistant? 00:00 Intro 00:31 Disclaimer 00:35 Preview 00:58 Bitcoin 03:25 Ethereum 05:32 Solana 07:31 Subscribe & Good bye #crypto #cryptonews #cryptotrading #swissquote _____ 👉 Discover our brand and philosophy: https://www.swissquote.com/en/group _____ 👉 Deepen your trading and investing knowledge with Swissquote Inspire: explore our articles, analyses, webinars and exclusive content: https://www.swissquote.com/private/inspire _____ 👉 Discover Swissquote’s culture and join a company that values innovation, diversity and team spirit: https://www.swissquote.com/en/careers

Geopolitical tensions remain elevated as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz keeps oil markets tight, with no clear resolution in sight. Despite this, global equities continue to show resilience. Central banks are holding rates steady, but the tone is shifting — particularly in Europe, where inflation concerns persist even as growth weakens. At the same time, AI optimism continues to dominate market sentiment. Strong earnings from industrials and tech-linked sectors highlight how AI-driven investment is feeding into the real economy. Meanwhile, Apple’s latest results show a different approach — strong cash returns and limited AI spending, but increased reliance on external models. Markets remain caught between geopolitics and growth — but for now, AI is winning.

Geopolitical tensions remain elevated as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz keeps oil markets tight, with no clear resolution in sight. Despite this, global equities continue to show resilience. Central banks are holding rates steady, but the tone is shifting — particularly in Europe, where inflation concerns persist even as growth weakens. At the same time, AI optimism continues to dominate market sentiment. Strong earnings from industrials and tech-linked sectors highlight how AI-driven investment is feeding into the real economy. Meanwhile, Apple’s latest results show a different approach — strong cash returns and limited AI spending, but increased reliance on external models. Markets remain caught between geopolitics and growth — but for now, AI is winning. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Microsoft, Amazon and Alphabet posted strong earnings, with cloud growth confirming that the AI boom is translating into real revenue. From Amazon’s fastest cloud expansion in years to Microsoft’s 39% Azure growth, the AI trade looks alive and well. At the same time, oil prices are surging above $113, shaking the macro outlook. Rising energy costs are pushing inflation expectations higher and complicating the path for the Federal Reserve and other central banks. So… is the AI rally strong enough to withstand an oil shock? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Two major headlines hit markets yesterday: a report that OpenAI may be missing internal revenue and user growth targets, and the United Arab Emirates are stepping away from OPEC. Nasdaq 100 fell 1%, as oil prices rallied on near-term supply concerns, even as longer-dated contracts signalled a more cautious medium-term outlook. Later today, investors will focus on the Fed decision and Big Tech earnings from Microsoft, Google and Meta. Let’s see if the latter could keep investors in the mood! Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

With no progress on Middle East peace talks, rising tensions are pushing energy prices higher, complicating the outlook for inflation, central banks and global growth. The BoJ leaved rates unchanged but revised growth projections lower and inflation forecast higher. The Fed may be on hold for longer, as well. while policymakers face a tough trade-off: rising prices and slowing economies. At the same time, Big Tech is stepping back into the spotlight. Once questioned over massive AI spending and stretched balance sheets, tech giants are now seen as a relative safe haven in a fragile market environment. But there’s a catch—valuations are once again stretched, with Big Tech priced to perfection heading into earnings. Can strong results justify the optimism? Or is the market setting up for disappointment? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets are kicking off the week in a risk-on mood — but is it built to last? Renewed peace hopes in the Middle East are helping ease geopolitical tensions, pulling energy prices slightly lower and boosting equities across Asia, the US and Europe. At the same time, earnings season is delivering: a strong majority of companies are beating expectations, keeping the bullish momentum alive. Beneath the surface, cracks are forming, but the latter is also softening the central bank expectations! Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

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Geopolitical tensions remain elevated as markets navigate fragile ceasefire dynamics, rising oil prices, and persistent inflation pressures. Brent crude is consolidating near the $100 per barrel level, keeping global yields elevated and reinforcing concerns about the inflation outlook. At the same time, macro data is beginning to reflect the strain, with European activity—particularly in services—showing signs of weakness under higher energy costs. Equity markets remain resilient near all-time highs, but internal dispersion is increasing. Software stocks came under pressure after IBM’s results raised questions about AI disruption to traditional business models, while semiconductor names continue to outperform on strong AI-driven demand. Intel’s latest earnings highlighted renewed strength in data center and CPU demand, while SK Hynix underscored both the power and cyclicality of the memory chip supercycle. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Major US indices hit fresh record highs yesterday but the contrast between market prices and fundamentals is striking. Geopolitical tensions remain elevated, energy markets are volatile and macro data is starting to show strain. Yet risk assets continue to climb, driven less by the physical economy and more by narrative momentum—especially around AI and long-term productivity gains. The growing gap raises a broader question—are markets still pricing reality, or expectations? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets are navigating a fragile calm. The Middle East ceasefire extension isn’t enough to anchor sentiment, as oil volatility persists and uncertainty around supply dynamics lingers. Yet, despite rising energy prices, the US consumer refuses to crack—fueling higher yields and pushing back rate cut expectations. Across assets, conviction is thin: equities are mixed, the dollar is losing momentum, and investors are increasingly focused on what comes next. With earnings season kicking off, all eyes turn to Tesla—not for the numbers, but for its AI narrative and long-term growth story. Is this just noise… or the start of something bigger? Listen to learn more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Oil spikes, then pulls back. Markets sell off, then bounce. Is this the same pattern all over again? This week kicked off with renewed Middle East tensions shaking sentiment, but the real story may lie beneath the surface. Despite supply risks and ongoing disruptions, oil prices are struggling to hold their gains — pointing to something deeper: demand destruction may already be kicking in. Meanwhile, equities — especially tech and AI names — continue to show resilience, brushing off macro uncertainty and geopolitical noise. Are investors underestimating the risks, or correctly looking through the volatility? With key US data ahead and Kevin Warsh’s Senate hearing in focus, markets are searching for direction. But in an environment where headlines shift daily, one question remains: Is this just another “hope-driven” rally — or something more durable? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets are walking a tightrope. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have flared up again, sending oil prices higher and raising fresh questions about global stability. Oil is up, US and European markets are pressured but Asian tech heavy indices are holding up well thanks to encouraging AI news of late. This week, earnings season is picking up pace, with major companies about to report. Can strong results offset the pressure from higher oil and ongoing conflict? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

For decades, the US dollar has been the undisputed anchor of the global financial system. But what happens if that dominance starts to crack — even slightly? And could the euro step in? From the weaponisation of finance to rising US deficits and a more fragmented global trade system, the foundations of dollar dominance are being quietly challenged. Europe sees an opportunity: a stronger international euro could reduce imported inflation, lower transaction costs, deepen capital markets and increase financial autonomy. But the path is far from simple. Without a unified fiscal system, a true safe asset comparable to US Treasuries, and stronger political cohesion, the euro still faces major structural limits. This isn’t about replacing the dollar — it’s about reshaping the balance. Listen to find out more! . Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

When investors talk about “the market,” they are usually referring to an index. But what exactly are stock market indices, and why have they become such a powerful tool for investors? In this episode, we break down how major benchmarks like the S&P 500, FTSE 100, DAX, and CAC 40 work. We also explore how indices reflect different economies, why diversification matters, and how investors can gain exposure through ETFs or futures. From technology-driven US markets to commodity-heavy indices, discover how tracking the right index can help shape a smarter investment strategy. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Silver is often grouped with gold as a “precious metal” — but that label can be misleading. Unlike gold, silver is not a safe haven. It behaves more like a cyclical asset, driven by industrial demand rather than financial stress. With roughly half of global demand coming from sectors like electronics, solar panels, and electric vehicles, silver is deeply tied to economic growth and the energy transition. That makes its price sensitive not just to macro conditions and interest rates, but also to the US dollar and broader commodity cycles. On top of that, supply dynamics are complex, as most silver is produced as a by-product of other metals like copper and zinc. From the gold-silver ratio to futures market structure, silver is volatile, nuanced, and often misunderstood — offering opportunity, but not protection. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

In the first episode of a series focused on commodities, we dive into the world of crude oil in this special episode, break down the key factors shaping oil prices — from global supply and demand dynamics to geopolitics, US dollar moves, interest rates and economic growth. Learn how OPEC+, US shale and top consumers like China, the US, and India influence market balance and imbalances. We also explore trading strategies: spot markets, futures, equities and energy ETFs, highlighting risks, opportunities and the nuances of the market structure. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Bitcoin is back in the green, thanks to the ceasefire in Iran! Will it be enough for bullish momentum? 00:00 Intro 00:24 Disclaimer 00:28 Preview 00:40 Bitcoin 03:54 Ethereum 04:39 Ripple 06:24 Subscribe & Good bye #crypto #cryptonews #cryptotrading #swissquote _____ 👉 Discover our brand and philosophy: https://www.swissquote.com/en/group _____ 👉 Deepen your trading and investing knowledge with Swissquote Inspire: explore our articles, analyses, webinars and exclusive content: https://www.swissquote.com/private/inspire _____ 👉 Discover Swissquote’s culture and join a company that values innovation, diversity and team spirit: https://www.swissquote.com/en/careers

Natural gas is one of the most important — and often misunderstood — energy commodities in the world. While oil usually dominates the conversation, natural gas plays a crucial role in heating homes, fueling power plants, supporting industrial activity and acting as a bridge fuel in the global energy transition. In this episode, we explore how natural gas markets actually work. Why are there different regional prices? Why can gas prices diverge dramatically between the US, Europe and Asia? And how do traders and investors gain exposure to natural gas through futures, ETFs, or energy companies? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

US equities surged nearly 3% on renewed hopes that tensions between the US and Iran could ease, lifting investor sentiment across global markets. Oil prices pulled back, the US dollar weakened, and the euro gained as traders reassessed central bank expectations. A more cautious tone from the Federal Reserve, combined with softer US economic data, contrasted with rising inflation pressures in Europe—fueling moves in FX markets. But is this rally built to last? Much will depend on energy prices and whether geopolitical risks continue to ease or flare up again. With the Strait of Hormuz remaining a key pressure point – and closed ! - volatility could return quickly. Meanwhile, equity markets—especially cheapened tech valuations – look increasingly appetizing to investors. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

In this episode of UNLOCKED, Cindy Candrian, founder of Delta Labs, joins us to explore the rise of “AI twins”: artificial versions of people designed to better understand how we think, decide and behave. 🎙️ Drawing from her work at the intersection of AI, human behavior and decision-making, she explains why humans are often blind to their own biases, and why AI twins can sometimes predict our actions more accurately than we can ourselves. 📊 We also discuss cognitive bias, overlooked customer segments, and how AI can help businesses move beyond their own perspective to make better decisions, ask better questions and understand people in a more nuanced way. . . This content is only intended for those permitted to receive it under local law. _____ ➡️ Connect with Cindy: https://swq.ch/4m4uvDE ➡️ Learn more about Delta Labs: https://swq.ch/4sPB2EW 👉 Discover AI at Swissquote: https://swq.ch/48gPHjW _____ 👉 Discover our brand and philosophy: https://www.swissquote.com/en/group _____ 👉 Deepen your trading and investing knowledge with Swissquote Inspire: explore our articles, analyses, webinars and exclusive content: https://www.swissquote.com/private/in... _____ 👉 Discover Swissquote’s culture and join a company that values innovation, diversity and team spirit: https://www.swissquote.com/en/careers

Markets are walking a tightrope. A sharp rebound in sovereign bonds suggests investors believe the surge in oil prices will slow global growth enough to limit central bank tightening. But is that a step too far? While yields pulled back and Fed Chair Jerome Powell struck a relatively balanced tone, inflation—especially in Europe—is far from under control. The ECB is unlikely to sit on its hands, keeping rate hikes firmly in play even as growth risks mount. Meanwhile, equity rebounds look fragile. Energy stocks are thriving, but the broader market faces rising costs and potential margin compression. Yet earnings expectations remain resilient, driven by AI optimism and delayed reality checks. The big question: are markets underpricing the economic damage from the oil shock? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

The escalation in the Middle East continues with US troops coming to the region and Houthis joining the war. Oil prices are up this morning, again, with some calling for $150… even $200 per barrel. But at what cost? Demand destruction, rising recession risks and a potential stagflation shock are all back on the table. At the same time, central banks are stuck. Inflation could stay higher for longer, even as growth slows — a difficult mix to assess when uncertainties are so high. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

A ceasefire… of sorts. While Donald Trump extended his self-imposed ceasefire deadline in the Middle East, attacks continue at full speed and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains severely limited. Iran’s “gift” to Trump? Allowing 10 oil tankers to pass this week — compared to ~100 in normal times. Markets are clinging to the hope that the extension keeps immediate escalation off the table, offering fragile relief into the weekend. Oil flows remain constrained, geopolitical tensions persist, and global inflation risks are rising. Investors are left watching carefully: this isn’t peace, and risks persist! Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

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Markets are already pricing in peace—but is it far too early? Despite rising geopolitical tensions and Iran’s rejection of the US proposal, equities continue to push higher, with the S&P500 showing surprising resilience. Investors appear eager to move past the conflict, but the reality on the ground tells a different story. Oil prices are climbing again, inflation risks are resurfacing, and central banks may be forced to stay tighter for longer. At the same time, bond yields are rising, mortgage rates are creeping higher, and the US dollar is regaining strength. Markets are leaning into an optimistic scenario—but what if that optimism is misplaced? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Middle East tensions remain firmly in the driver’s seat—and markets are reacting in real time. Oil is volatile, equities are cautiously rebounding, and the US dollar continues to push higher. Meanwhile, global growth signals are weakening, inflation pressures are creeping back, and central banks may be forced into a more hawkish stance. History reminds us that geopolitical shocks can fade—but only if tensions ease. Could oil stabilize? The answer is yes, but the timing remains unknown, and the short term price moves depend on Iran’s response and duration of the war. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Markets are trading like a theatre of the absurd — where one headline can flip everything in seconds. Within hours, threats of escalation turned into ceasefire hopes, sending oil plunging, equities soaring, and investors scrambling to keep up. But just as quickly, doubts crept back in. At the center of it all: the TACO trade — the idea that Trump ultimately “chickens out.” It’s worked before. But what happens when the other side doesn’t play along? With tensions in the Middle East driving energy prices and sentiment, markets are caught between fear of escalation and fear of missing the next rally. Is this just another dip to buy… or the start of something bigger? Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

The narrative is changing hands. What started as a US-driven escalation in the Middle East is now evolving into a more complex standoff, with Iran increasingly shaping expectations. Markets are reacting differently—investors are less sensitive to Trump’s announcements, signaling that the US is no longer fully in control of the story. Oil prices remain elevated on fears of a prolonged disruption, while rising inflation expectations push central banks toward more hawkish moves. Slower growth and stagflation risks are also being priced in, creating a delicate balancing act for investors. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Oil is pulling back as US/Israel are trying to calm the game, but don’t be fooled—the Middle East continues to boil, energy price risks remain tilted to the upside and the latter has thrown central banks into a fresh dilemma: what to do with the rates? Rate cut expectations are fading, while the risk of renewed tightening is creeping back—especially in Europe, where the energy shock hits harder. But here’s the catch: higher rates won’t fix an oil shock. Is there a place to hide? Chinese equities outperformed US, European peers since the beginning of the Iran conflict but Alibaba’s post-earnings selloff raise questions. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Oil markets can’t catch a break. What started as optimism on Iraq resuming exports quickly flipped into renewed panic as escalating tensions in the Middle East rattled energy markets. Attacks on Iranian facilities and threats toward Gulf countries have pushed oil and gas prices sharply higher again — and markets are feeling the heat. Equities are under pressure as rising energy costs squeeze margins and fuel inflation fears. Meanwhile, central banks are walking a tightrope. The Fed held rates steady, but the tone remains cautious — even hawkish — as inflation risks linger. And it’s not just the US: the ECB, BoE, and SNB now face the same dilemma. Is this just a temporary shock… or something more persistent? One thing is clear: as long as oil prices stay elevated, the risks remain skewed — downside for equities, upside for inflation. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

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Oil prices remain volatile as Middle East tensions continue, though alternative export routes are easing immediate supply concerns. All eyes are on the Fed today, as policymakers weigh whether to hold rates steady or signal a shift amid persistent inflation pressures. Meanwhile in China, OpenClaw-based AI agents are sparking a race among tech giants like Alibaba, Tencent and MiniMax, driving cloud demand and new revenue opportunities. Investors are watching closely as agentic AI emerges as the next big wave in technology, and try to find the next opportunity. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

The RBA has fired the first hawkish shot, raising rates 25bp as inflation pressures rise — and oil is keeping markets on edge. WTI is above $95pb, Brent flirting with $100pb, amid tanker flows in the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. But upside pressures persist. The Federal Reserve kicks off its two-day policy meeting today, while other major central banks are due to announce their verdict throughout the week, with markets already pricing in hawkish expectations. The market reaction will depend on how much of the hawkishness is already priced in. Meanwhile, at Nvidia’s GTC conference, CEO Jensen Huang predicts $1 trillion in AI chip revenue through 2027 and a shift toward agentic AI, and says Saas will become Aas – agentic AI as a service. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Oil starts the week near $100pb as tensions in the Middle East continue, with Iran’s key export hub attack and uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz. Will this push inflation higher and force central banks to tighten further? This week, the Fed, ECB, BoE, SNB, BoJ, and RBA all announce policy decisions, balancing soaring energy prices against slowing growth. We break down the potential market impact and what investors should watch closely – plus a look at NVIDIA’s GTC conference, where AI and tech could grab headlines away from the geopolitical chaos. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

Oil prices continue to rise despite emergency measures — including strategic reserve releases from International Energy Agency members and US naval escorts for commercial vessels — crude prices remain elevated. Brent Crude briefly surged to $100 per barrel, while WTI approached $98, keeping energy markets under intense pressure. The surge in oil prices is already feeding into global inflation fears, just as investors were hoping for interest-rate cuts from the Federal Reserve later this year. As such, today’s reaction to the US PCE read will likely be asymmetric and won’t reverse the dull outlook. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

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US inflation came in line with expectations, but markets found little comfort in the data. Oil prices surged despite the International Energy Agency’s announcement that it would release a record 400 million barrels from strategic reserves. Instead of calming markets, the move reinforced concerns that the Middle East conflict could drag on, tightening global energy supply and keeping inflation pressures alive. With global oil demand exceeding 100 million barrels per day, the planned release would only cover a few days of consumption. As crude prices climb, investors are reassessing central bank expectations, bond yields are rising, and the US dollar is strengthening against most major currencies. Meanwhile, equity markets are increasingly vulnerable to a global meltdown as mounting risks—from energy disruptions and inflation pressures to private credit stress and growing uncertainty around AI investment – weigh on appetite. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

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