Economy

The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming April 28–29 meeting, as policymakers weigh the economic fallout from a surge in energy prices…

Shipping companies reacted cautiously on Friday after Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a potential easing of tensions in one of the world’s most critical oil…

The International Monetary Fund is preparing to deepen its engagement with Venezuela, with Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva signaling that a financial support program could follow if key conditions are met.Speaking…

The nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve is fast becoming one of the most contentious confirmation battles in recent years, reflecting a broader clash over central bank…

Upstream production in the Middle East will remain constrained for several weeks as shipping logistics continue to face challenges in the Strait of Hormuz. The recovery of the 11 million barrels…

Just over a year ago, on April 2, 2025, US President Donald Trump walked into the White House Rose Garden holding a large placard and signed what he called a…

The S&P 500 Index continued its strong downward trend last week as the Iran war continued, pushing crude oil and natural gas prices higher. The SPX index fell to $6,368,…

US President Donald Trump and China’s President Xi Jinping are all set to meet in May this year. The high-profile meeting is enough to move markets, reset expectations and revive…

US jobless claims rose slightly last week, suggesting that while hiring has slowed, employers are still holding back from large-scale layoffs in an increasingly uncertain economic environment.Data released by the…