Middle East conflict poses fresh test to central banks as oil shock fuels inflation

Middle East conflict has posed a fresh test to central banks, with fears of an oil shock and renewed inflation risks changing their bid to shore up growth.

Industry 2026-03-04 13:08

Asia stocks fall for third day, oil edges up as markets track Iran war

The conflict in the Middle East has rattled financial markets and global energy prices have soared.

Industry 2026-03-04 01:22

As Trump declares inflation tamed, Iran conflict threatens new price pressures

The conflict involving Iran threatens another price spike that could undermine the president's central case for lower interest rates.

Industry 2026-03-03 02:44

Why the Iran–USA–Israel Conflict Matters for Forex Traders in 2026

Recent military strikes involving the United States, Israel, and Iran have sent shockwaves through global markets, and currency traders are watching closely.

Industry 2026-03-02 16:59

Are Jack Dorsey's aggressive job cuts the start of an AI jobs apocalypse? Economists weigh in

Economists question whether such moves signal a broader shift in the labor market or simply reflect company-specific adjustments.

Industry 2026-02-28 03:38

Core wholesale prices rose 0.8% in January, much more than expected

The core producer price index increased a seasonally adjusted 0.8%, more than the 0.6% gain in December.

Industry 2026-02-27 21:33

Netflix drops Warner Bros bid, clearing way for Paramount takeover

Netflixs decision to back down from the bidding war clears the path for Paramount to win the takeover battle.

Industry 2026-02-26 23:25

India and France revise tax treaty on dividends after Modi-Macron meeting

India announces details of revised tax treaty days after French President Emmanuel Macron visited Delhi.

Industry 2026-02-24 08:04

Trump\s new global tariff comes into effect at 10%

The president threatened to raise the tariff to 15% but has not yet issued an official directive to increase the rate.

Industry 2026-02-24 06:32

EU Says Trump's Tariff Workaround Violates Trade Deal

Europe is now getting 'legal' over the whole thing - claiming that Trump's new tariff workaround vio

Industry 2026-02-24 01:17

What Causes Stagflation?

In the late 1960s Edmund Phelps and Milton Friedman challenged the popular view that there can be a

Industry 2026-02-23 23:25

Key Events This Week: PPI, Iran Talks, Nvidia Earnings, Fed Speakers Galore And State Of The Union

While much digital ink has been spilled on the Supreme Court's striking down of Trump's IEEPA tariff

Industry 2026-02-23 18:45

EU To Freeze Trade Deal With US After Supreme Court Overturns Trump Tariffs

: In response to the EU's decision to freeze ratification of Trump's landmark deal, the US president

Industry 2026-02-23 17:36

Five key takeaways from the Supreme Court's landmark decision against Trump's tariffs

What's far less certain is the longer-reaching impacts as the economy and markets again adjust to a changing landscape.

Industry 2026-02-21 22:44

Macron's India Trip Exposes EU Tech Overreach And Policy Failures

At times, it seems almost absurdly comical when senior European Union officials make conspicuous eff

Industry 2026-02-21 15:00

Fourth-quarter U.S. GDP up just 1.4%, badly missing estimate; inflation firms at 3%

The core PCE price index was expected to increase 3% from a year ago in December. GDP was projected to rise at a 2.5% pace in Q4.

Industry 2026-02-20 21:31

Q4 GDP Unexpectedly Grows At 1.4%, Half Expected Pace, As Government Shutdown Slams Growth

There was a big surprise at 8:30am ET when the BEA reported the (delayed) GDP print for the last qua

Industry 2026-02-20 17:17

Q4 GDP Unexpectedly Grows At 1.4%, Half Expected Pace, As Government Shutdown Hits Q4 Growth

There was a big surprise at 8:30am ET when the BEA reported the (delayed) GDP print for the last qua

Industry 2026-02-20 17:17

U.S. trade deficit totaled $901 billion in 2025, barely budging despite Trump's tariffs

The U.S. trade deficit swelled in December, closing out a year in which the imbalance was essentially unchanged.

Industry 2026-02-19 22:43

U.S. trade deficit totaled $901 billion in 2025 despite Trump's tariffs

The U.S. trade deficit swelled in December, closing out a year in which the imbalance was essentially unchanged.

Industry 2026-02-19 22:43