UNCTAD Forecasts Slower Global Growth of 2.6% in 2026
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has projected that the global economy will grow by 2.6 per...
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Middle East Conflict and Rising Debt to Dominate IMF–World Bank Meetings
International finance leaders are preparing to address rising debt, energy-market disruptions and the impact of the Middle East conflict as...
PepsiCo Cuts 2026 Profit Forecast as Inflation and Weak Demand Hit North American Business
PepsiCo has lowered its annual core profit growth forecast and announced plans for further cost reductions as inflation, higher production...
US Trade Deficit Widens to $105.6 Billion as Imports Hit Record High
The United States’ trade deficit widened significantly in August 2026, reaching $105.6 billion, as imports surged to a record level...
US Inflation Rises Less Than Expected in August as Consumer Spending Surges
US inflation increased less than expected in August, providing some relief for the Federal Reserve as policymakers consider whether further...
Rising Energy Costs Create Fresh Economic Pressure
The global economy is facing renewed pressure as oil prices rise above $100 a barrel, increasing concerns about higher costs...
Indian Stocks Fall as Oil Prices and IT Sector Concerns Weigh on Market
Indian stocks fell for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, September 9, as rising crude oil prices and weakness in...
Oil Prices Rise Above $100 as Supply Fears Grow
Global oil prices have risen above $100 per barrel for the first time since July, as growing tensions between the...
Oil Extends Gains as US-Iran Tensions Deepen Supply Fears
Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran increased concerns that disruption to...
Oil Nears $100 as US-Iran Conflict Deepens Global Supply Fears
Global oil prices moved closer to the psychologically important $100-per-barrel mark on Tuesday as escalating confrontation between the United States...