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• Former Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh is advocating for a shift in monetary policy communication, arguing that the Fed relies too heavily on "forward guidance" and public signaling. • Warsh suggests that the current approach of telegraphing moves—a strategy famously championed by Ben Bernanke—makes the central bank too predictable and potentially limits its effectiveness.

• Booking Holdings (NASDAQ:BKNG) shares surged 6.3% in morning trading following a Trump administration announcement regarding a new peace deal. • The agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, reducing geopolitical risks and restoring the availability of affordable travel routes.

• Markets are currently rallying following the conclusion of a war, though investors are monitoring whether a shift from a supply shock to a demand shock will sustain high inflation. • The Federal Reserve may be forced to implement rate hikes if economic activity strengthens significantly, presenting a potential "tail risk" for global markets.

• U.S. stocks rallied on Monday, June 15, 2026, following President Donald Trump's announcement that an agreement to end hostilities with Iran is now complete. • The deal includes a formal signing ceremony scheduled for this Friday in Switzerland and the strategic reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

• Central banks are expected to dominate the global economic agenda this coming week, overshadowing news regarding AI and Iran. • Key US economic indicators will be under scrutiny, with a primary focus on the release of May retail sales data.

• Global markets are currently rallying following the conclusion of the US-Iran war. • Analysts suggest that the initial negative supply shock may transition into a positive demand shock due to improved business sentiment and stronger economic activity.

• Power Grid has been named the successful bidder for a critical power transmission project located in Andhra Pradesh, making its stock a key focus for investors. • Aurobindo Pharma's Telangana manufacturing facility, Eugia Pharma Specialities, received an 'Official Action Indicated' (OAI) classification following a US FDA inspection.

• Indian equities saw a sharp rally, with the Sensex and Nifty both gaining nearly 1% due to improved investor sentiment. • The surge was driven by an interim US-Iran peace framework that eased geopolitical tensions and subsequently pushed global oil prices lower.

• DealStreetAsia and DFIN have released an M&A report for Q1 2026, providing an overview of mergers and acquisitions activity. • The report highlights that the current investment landscape is being shaped by a period of significant global tension and instability.

• India's statistics ministry has established a high-powered experts committee to examine and strengthen labour market data metrics. • The panel is tasked with reviewing current measurement issues to better reflect the evolving nature of the national workforce.

• Financial markets in India and Indonesia have experienced a "turbocharged relief rally" following the implementation of radical intervention measures. • These measures were designed to defend domestic financial stability and buy time for the emergence of a peace deal.