How might the Israel-Hamas war affect the global economy?

The risk the Israel-Hamas conflict could tip the world economy into recession is "real ... a regional conflict in the Middle East into a third world war. "Even if fought by conventional methods ... Read More

What does conflict in the Middle East mean for oil prices and the economy?

They also slow economic growth. If interest rates are kept high for long enough, the risk is that an economy slips into recession ... of tensions in the Middle East could compound this further ... Read More

Middle East on the brink of wider war after Hamas leader killed in Iran

The Middle East is on the brink of an even wider conflict after Hamas political ... summing up the reaction across much of the Arab world. For Israel, its war against Iran-backed proxies is ... Read More

Netanyahu, Trump to Hold Talks on Gaza Cease-Fire and Wider Middle East Strategy

A commitment from Netanyahu to negotiate an extension and potentially a long-term cessation of hostilities would give Trump a diplomatic win, and could secure the release of remaining hostages ... Read More

Global stocks tank over fears of Middle East war, US recession

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Storm clouds gather over US economy as Trump kicks off trade war

A U.S. economy praised for its surprising resilience to a pandemic, high inflation, and rapid interest rate hikes faces a new challenge from President Donald Trump's self-declared trade war, seen by ... Read More