PayPal stablecoin, PYUSD, reached $3.44 billion in market capitalisation on growing transaction volume.  PYUSD is expanding its blockchain footprint and institutional utility, though it faces competitive outflows.

Ethereum (ETHUSD) price increased by 2.5% over 24 hours to $2,368.08, according to trading data from a crypto exchange. The altcoin gain outpaces a broader market rally driven by a geopolitical de-escalation narrative, boosting risk assets.

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Oil prices increased on Monday amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The United States has indicated its support for commercial shipping in the area, while Iran has warned that it will target any American intervention.

The South African rand weakened against major crosses in the foreign exchange market as investors sought positions in safer global currencies amid geopolitical pressures.

Hopes for de-escalation in the Middle East set the tone for global markets, with Wall Street’s S&P 500 ending the week up 0.29% and the NASDAQ up 0.89%, First National Bank said in a morning brief on Monday.