1. Geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman are escalating, with Barclays projecting Brent crude could hit $150/barrel in three months if the Strait of Hormuz impasse persists.
2. Brazil anticipates 23.1% of its exports will be impacted by new 37.5% US tariffs, estimating a $12.4 billion loss across 3,900 products.
3. Qualcomm is notifying customers of double-digit price increases, while Intel and Uber shares dropped significantly following reports of Waymo exploring a split from Uber.
Geopolitical Tensions Elevate Oil Risk, Brazil Faces US Tariffs, Tech Sector Volatility
