IMF: Global Economy Stands at Crossroads Between Iran War Risks, Technology Boom

Wall Street Thinks Trumpflation Has Peaked, but There's an Unpleasant Surprise Looming for President Trump and Investors

The effects of the Iran war are spilling over into the broader economy.

IMF semak turun unjuran pertumbuhan ekonomi global 2026 susulan krisis Asia Barat

WASHINGTON: Tabung Kewangan Antarabangsa (IMF) menyemak turun unjuran pertumbuhan ekonomi dunia bagi 2026 kepada 3.0 peratus berbanding 3.1 peratus yang dibuat pada April lalu, susulan peningkatan ketidaktentuan dan risiko daripada konflik baharu di Asia Barat. Unjuran dalam kemas kini Prospek Ekonomi Dunia tersebut dibuat sebelum berlaku pertukaran serangan terbaharu antara Amerika Syarikat (AS) dan Iran ... Read more The post IMF semak turun unjuran pertumbuhan ekonomi global 2026 susulan krisis Asia Barat appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Global economy fragile despite US-Iran truce: RBI

Global economy fragile despite US-Iran truce: RBI

Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher

Global financial markets have been under pressure as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran threatens the fragile ceasefire reached last month. Fresh U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf, and Washington’s decision to restore sanctions on Iranian oil have reignited concerns over energy supplies. The [] The post Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

There’s a New Way of War, but Is It Evolution or Revolution?

Militaries worldwide are grappling with breakneck technological change and the lessons from Ukraine and the Persian Gulf.

Post-war economy requires stability, structural surgery, rebuilding investors trust: ICCIMA member

TEHRAN- A member of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA), stating that the most important priority of Iran's economy in the post-war era is increasing stability and predictability in the economic environment, said that this can pave the way for the return of investment, the boom in production, and the development of exports.

IMF Official Warns of Renewed Iran Conflict Risk, Flags Fragile Global Economic Outlook

The global economy faces significant downside risks if the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran collapses, according to a senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) official, who warned that recent stability in oil markets may prove temporary.

Jordan and Bahrain Face Growing Risks as US-Iran Fighting Spreads

As fighting between the United States and Iran [] The post Jordan and Bahrain Face Growing Risks as US-Iran Fighting Spreads appeared first on The Media Line.

EDB's expansion to 11 countries reframes Central Asia's place in global finance

EDB's expansion to 11 countries reframes Central Asia's place in global finance

Niraj Bajaj charts a less cyclical, more global future for Bajaj Auto

Beyond motorcycles, the next phase is anchored in EVs, exports, financing and strategic diversification

The Economic Catastrophe of Trump’s Iran War: Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters More Than You Think

(NaturalNews) Introduction: The Economic Shockwave We IgnoredThe war with Iran is not just a military misadventure but an economic catastrophe that will rival the...

Serbia thankful to Russia for reliable gas supplies — minister

It is important especially today, when the global market is facing constant changes, structural and price-related, Nenad Popovic said

AI in focus, Iran talks advance - What’s moving markets

AI in focus, Iran talks advance - What’s moving markets

Asia Could Emerge Long-Term Winner From Iran War Shock, Analysts Say

Asia has been among the regions most exposed to the Iran war because of its heavy dependence on Middle East energy.

The Iran war has pushed some countries away from oil and toward clean energy

The new round of bombing in the Middle East has underscored the precarity of relying on fossil fuels. The war is speeding up the global transition to EVs, solar, and batteries, experts say.

I’m 58 and want to retire in two years. Should I move my pension into cash?

A reader wants to know whether the war in Iran will effect their pension pot – and whether moving it now would be a good idea

‘Slowly, then very quickly’: Economist shares striking warning as Trump’s war deal falters

President Donald Trump’s war with Iran put the global economy on the brink of collapse, and one economist warns that it could get worse if one sector of the economy begins to show signs of weakness. Liaquat Ahamed, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and former World Bank investment chief, said during a recent episode of “The []

Five not-so-easy pieces

The future of global manufacturing, critical minerals, advanced technology supply chains, maritime trade and the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific will shape the international system for decades.

Asian stocks are mixed and oil prices slip after Iran and US launch fresh attacks

Shares are mixed in Asia and oil prices have stabilized as conflict escalated in the Middle East, with Iran and the U.S. launching fresh attacks.

El soldado, el dron y la nueva gramática de la guerra

Durante décadas, hemos imaginado la guerra tecnológica como una cuestión de superioridad industrial: aviones cada vez más caros, carros de combate más sofisticados, misiles más precisos y sistemas de mando cada vez más centralizados. Ucrania ha demostrado que esa visión no era completamente falsa, pero sí profundamente incompleta. La guerra del futuro no se está

Oil volatility will cause irreversible changes to energy markets, expert warns

Global economies have already weighed energy options beyond the Middle East, as the war in Iran has put irreversible pressure on the oil industry, according to Karen Young, a researcher at Columbia University. “I don’t think (advancements in green technology) is going to be reversible,” Young told CNN’s Fareed Zakaria. “Countries are now thinking more The post Oil volatility will cause irreversible changes to energy markets, expert warns appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Pound Weakens Amid Starmer Resignation; Iran Cites Peace Talk Progress | Bloomberg Brief 6/22/2026

US equity futures waver and oil dips as Iran cites major progress in peace talks with the US. The pound falls against major currencies as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces his resignation. Monica Defend of Amundi Investment Institute looks ahead to a busy week of economic data. (Source: Bloomberg)

Valero Energy: Refining Boom Can Outlive The Iran War

Valero Energy: Refining Boom Can Outlive The Iran War

Iran war revealed limits of American military power

TEHRAN, Jun. 30 (MNA) – The gap between America's military capability and its strategic achievements has never been clearer. The Iran war has revealed a crisis of deterrence and eroding U.S. influence.

Azerbaijan prepares first Sukuk sale in push to broaden capital markets

For Azerbaijan, integrating this asset-backed architecture into its financial framework serves a multi-layered strategic purpose, starting with an influx of foreign direct investment that has historically remained out of reach. The global Islamic finance market controls trillions of dollars, concentrated heavily within the cash-rich sovereign wealth and private equity funds of the Gulf Cooperation Council nations.

Dubai Highlights Competitive Lifestyle Value and Regional Resilience in Julius Baer’s Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2026

Released amid a dynamic and complex global economic landscape, the Julius Baer Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2026 highlights the effects of geopolitical tensions, evolving trade routes, and volatile foreign exchange markets. Even with resilient financial markets, these macroeconomic shifts are significantly altering the cost of living for the worlds affluent. Globally, the price of [] The post Dubai Highlights Competitive Lifestyle Value and Regional Resilience in Julius Baer’s Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2026 appeared first on Middle East News 247.

Oil prices surge 4%, as U.S.-Iran tensions raise supply concerns

The growing Middle East tensions also affected global financial markets. The post Oil prices surge 4, as U.S.-Iran tensions raise supply concerns appeared first on BOL News.

IMF director says Iran war fallout creating 'difficult moment' for Africa

The International Monetary Fund's Africa director on Monday warned that the economic fallout of the Iran war was creating a difficult moment for the region, and that it would take months for Gulf energy production to ramp back up.We are now in a difficult moment for the region, in particular after the war in the Middle East, Zeine Zeidane told reporters at the IMF's headquarters in Washington.Even though there is a ceasefire today, we know that the disruption will take time to be resolved, he said.

Tens of millions face being pushed into hunger crisis by Trump’s Iran war fallout

Experts warn that even after a ceasfire in Iran, the war’s disruption to supply chains is set to significantly impact some of the world most fragile countries – with many already grappling with sweeping cuts to international aid

Energy And Utilities Analytics Market To Hit $10.1B By 2031 As IBM (NYSE: IBM), Siemens, And GE Vernova Lead Competitive Field

The global energy and utilities analytics market is forecast to grow from over 6.10 billion in 2026 to over 10.10 billion by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate of 10.6. A new report published by ResearchAndMarkets.com outlines the key forces shaping the sector, identifying grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and smart meter rollouts as [] The post Energy And Utilities Analytics Market To Hit 10.1B By 2031 As IBM (NYSE: IBM), Siemens, And GE Vernova Lead Competitive Field appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

Gulf capital flowing into Asia as Hong Kong-Middle East trade up 35%: Paul Chan

Capital from the Gulf region is showing signs of flowing into Asia, according to Hong Kong’s finance chief, as bilateral trade between the Middle East and the city rose 35 per cent in the first five months of the year. In his weekly blog on Sunday, Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po said Hong Kong and the Middle East had deepened ties in the areas of the economy, trade, finance, innovation and technology (IT), and culture over the past few years. While trade between the Gulf Arab States and...

Explained: How Iran War Drove Up Costs And Shook Indian Markets

The Iran war has emerged as one of the defining geopolitical events of 2026, exposing several vulnerabilities in the Indian economy.

Global economy remains at risk as Middle East tensions persist

The global economy and energy markets remain vulnerable as tensions in the MiddleEast fuel concerns over a possible renewed conflict between Iran and the US.In their latest joint statement, the heads of the IEA, IMF, WorldBank, and WTO warned that uncertainty remains high despite recent stabilization.

'We think Tehran, they think Taiwan': Israeli official exposes US-Israel strategic divide

The difference between us is not in how we understand the threat, but in our priorities: for us, Iran is an existential threat; for the United States, it is a chronic regional challenge.

Manufacturing, Big-Box Leasing Fuel U.S. Industrial Reset in 2026

The U.S. industrial market is on stronger footing after the first half of 2026, with stronger leasing activity, calmer development compared to the pandemic-era highs, and a new wave of manufacturing investment reshaping demand. National asking rents climbed 1.8 percent year-over-year to 9.74 per square foot per year on a triple-net basis, despite elevated vacancy []

Iran Just Humiliated the U.S. — Here’s the Inflation Bill

The war in Iran is reaching a critical stage. The world can stomach an energy shock, provided it’s short-lived. The war in Iran is proving not to be short-lived. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the U.S. and Iran was not signed over the weekend. And numerous reports indicate the two nations are once again []

Saudi Arabia to host Gulf–Iran 'reconciliation summit'

Persian Gulf relations were heavily strained by the US-Israeli war on Iran, which engulfed all of West Asia

US strikes Iran in response to attack on ship that Trump says violated ceasefire

The developments come during a fragile time for the US and Iran as they work to negotiate a permanent end to the war.