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Worries about global economic pain deepen as the war in Iran drags on
U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran have driven up prices, darkened the outlook for the world economy, sent global stock markets reeling and forced developing countries to ration fuel and subsidize energy costs to protect their poorest. Ongoing…
Soaring gas prices and supply chain disruptions drive up costs across the economy
The disruptions from the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran spread quickly to commercial aircraft, shipping lanes and the world's energy supply. Those repercussions have already hit fuel costs, including for motorists, truckers and fishermen, and are…
Worries about global economic pain deepen as the war in Iran drags on
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Oil spill deals economic blow to fishermen in the Gulf of Mexico
Every year, fish markets in the seaside Mexican city of Veracruz flood with a crush of customers in the lead up to Holy Week. This year, they were virtually empty. That's because a huge oil spill off the Gulf of Mexico has spread more than 373…
Make Your Money Last, and the E-Shaped Economy
In this podcast, Motley Fool personal finance expert Robert Brokamp offers eight suggestions for making your portfolio last until you die. The K-shaped economy is starting to look more like an E as middle-income Americans tread water and are…
The stay-at-home boyfriend is now an economic trend as more women than men go to work
You probably know a woman supporting an unemployed man. Maybe you've been that woman. What used to be an embarrassing secret has quietly become a macroeconomic data point, and the Federal Reserve has the receipts. As of early 2026, women held more…
Does Hungary's economy need to be fixed?
Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar has promised a “New Deal” to revive the country's economy. But will a cash influx from Brussels be enough to win voters over? Across the Western media, Hungary's April 12 election has been…
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (28th March) - Economy Class & Beyond
We're coming to the end of March, and for those of us in Europe, the clocks go forward tonight (so, one hour less in bed). But things go on as usual here, so it's time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Mentally, I'm here still. Physically…
Analysis: A new oil shock is building. The next few weeks of war will be decisive for the economy.
Oil executives and analysts warn that the Strait of Hormuz needs to be reopened by mid-April or oil-supply disruptions will get significantly worse. Benchmark oil prices reflect some optimistic scenarios that could still come true, but the window…
No end to war in sight after one month as Iran squeezes global economy
All sides say they are winning. But one month into this war perhaps only one outcome is certain: Immense damage to the global economy. After four weeks, President Donald Trump is talking up negotiations to end this conflict that he started…
Coasean Light on Economic Reality
Here's a letter to the editor of National Review Online. Daniel Flynn's reflections on Bill Buckley's “feud” with Murray Rothbard are excellent (“ Revisiting the Buckley–Rothbard Feud,” March 27). And while the…
Oil spill deals economic blow to fishermen in the Gulf of Mexico
VERACRUZ, Mexico (AP) — Every year, fish markets in the seaside Mexican city of Veracruz flood with a crush of customers in the lead up to Holy Week. This year, they were virtually empty. That's because a huge oil spill off the Gulf of…
Strong workplace culture and regional economic impact help MCCNO land national Top Workplace honor
The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has been named a USA Today Top Workplace, a national recognition that reflects intentional investment in employees and a culture designed to support both professional growth and regional impact.
Early economic data for March 2026 shows 'moderation in economic momentum': Finance Ministry
Early high frequency economic indicators in March 2026 are already beginning to show signs of slowing in response to the constraints created by the war in West Asia, the Ministry of Finance has said in a new report. The Monthly Economic Review for…
Britons give scathing verdict on Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves's economic leadership
Voters believe the economy is getting worse on the PM and Chancellor's watch The depth of worry about the state of the economy is laid bare in new polling in which voters delivering a damning verdict on Sir Keir Starmer's Government. More than…
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