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Wall Street reassesses oil, gold and interest rates after Democratic midterm sweep

Wall Street reassesses oil, gold and interest rates after Democratic midterm sweep

The Democratic victory in the 2026 US midterm elections has triggered a striking repricing across global markets. On November 4, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained about 3%, the S&P 500 rose 1.6% and the Nasdaq advanced 1.4%. Gold recovered above $4,000 an ounce, while crude oil fell nearly 9% in one session. The moves link political change with inflation, interest rates and energy security.

Nation
President Aliyev: Our people and future generations will always take pride in our Victory

President Aliyev: Our people and future generations will always take pride in our Victory

“During the 44-day Patriotic War, the Azerbaijani people united as one fist. This Victory will remain in our hearts forever,” President Ilham Aliyev said during a meeting with residents who had relocated to Jahangirbeyli village in Zangilan district and Soltanli village in Jabrayil district.

Oil & Gas
China tightens control over fuel exports amid market pressures

China tightens control over fuel exports amid market pressures

China’s state-owned oil refineries are expected to reduce diesel exports this month due to limited stockpiles.

Business
Azerbaijan, Suriname discuss expanding economic ties

Azerbaijan, Suriname discuss expanding economic ties

Azerbaijan and Suriname have discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy and other sectors.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia seeks to expand trade ties with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan says

Armenia seeks to expand trade ties with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said that Yerevan is maintaining its traditionally good relations with Georgia while taking steps to develop ties with Azerbaijan and expand bilateral trade.

World
Apple, Meta, Musk's firms may face Democratic probes

Apple, Meta, Musk's firms may face Democratic probes

Democrats are preparing investigations into US companies that cultivated ties with the Trump administration over the past two years, including Meta, Apple, and Elon Musk's companies, The Washington Post reported Friday, citing people familiar with the plans.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Azerbaijan’s Gaya Ensemble blends folk music and jazz at Victory Day concert [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s Gaya Ensemble blends folk music and jazz at Victory Day concert [PHOTOS]

The State “Gaya” Ensemble has performed a concert as part of the “Music at the Museum” project organized by the Azerbaijan National Art Museum.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Events
Palestine expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for humanitarian support

Palestine expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for humanitarian support

The State of Palestine has expressed its gratitude to Azerbaijan for its support in the political, humanitarian, educational and cultural fields.

Sports
Two Azerbaijani gymnasts qualify for individual final at World Championships in China

Two Azerbaijani gymnasts qualify for individual final at World Championships in China

Azerbaijani gymnasts Mikhail Malkin and Tofiq Aliyev have qualified for the individual final in tumbling at the World Trampoline and Tumbling Championships in Nanjing, China.

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