Japan is mobilizing its strategic petroleum reserves on an unprecedented scale, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirming a release of 80 million barrels — the …
Business
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made headlines Thursday when he confirmed the US is weighing a plan to lift sanctions on Iranian oil currently stranded on …
Finance
Economics
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The cost of securing a home loan in the UK is rising sharply as financial markets react to the ongoing volatility in global energy sectors. Even with a temporary de-escalation …
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January proved to be a challenging month for Canadian factories, as manufacturing sales dropped 3% to a total of $68.7 billion. The decline was heavily concentrated in the transportation sector, …
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A combination of severe weather, localized utility failures, and global energy shocks caused the UK economy to flatline in January. Official data from the ONS confirmed 0% growth for the …
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A rare shutdown of shipping lanes has disrupted the U.S. inflation outlook, following a February report that saw prices rise at a 2.4% annual clip. The conflict, which began in …
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The UK’s economic outlook has shifted as the OBR warns that inflation could settle at 3% due to ongoing Middle East tensions. The conflict, centered on military action against Iran, …
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Stock markets around the world have turned bearish as the conflict between the United States and Iran intensifies, raising fears of a “prolonged war” that could stifle global economic growth. …
Markets
London’s FTSE 100 index experienced one of its most volatile sessions in months Monday as President Donald Trump’s unexpected announcement of continued diplomatic engagement with …