IMF to Unveil October 2026 Global Economic Outlook as Markets Await New Growth Forecasts
The International Monetary Fund is preparing to release its October 2026 World Economic Outlook, a major economic assessment expected to...
Global Economy
Middle East Oil Exports Recover, but US–Iran Conflict Continues to Threaten Energy Security
The recovery of oil shipments from the Middle East is offering some relief to international energy markets, but persistent maritime...
Global Financial Stability Faces Hidden Risks Despite Market Resilience
Financial markets have continued to demonstrate their ability to withstand economic uncertainty, but their apparent strength does not eliminate the...
The Asian Century: Why Europe Must Embrace Cooperation with India, China and the Wider Asian Region
The changing global balance of power is creating new opportunities and challenges for Europe as Asian economies expand their influence...
IMF Highlights Fiscal Capacity Development as a Key to Economic Resilience and Sustainable Growth
In an increasingly unpredictable global economy, governments need strong public finances to respond to economic shocks, maintain essential services and...
OECD Food Inflation Falls to 2.8% in August 2026, Reaching Lowest Level Since July 2021
Food price inflation across OECD countries declined to 2.8% in August 2026, offering a sign of easing price pressures on...
UAE to Join World Bank and IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Strengthening Global Financial Partnerships Ahead of 2029 Hosting
The United Arab Emirates is preparing to strengthen its engagement with the international financial community as it joins the 2026...
World Bank Group Reports Record $112 Billion in Private Capital Mobilization to Support Jobs and Economic Growth
The World Bank Group has highlighted a significant milestone in its efforts to promote economic development, announcing that it mobilized...
Global Energy Markets Face Fresh Uncertainty as Geopolitical Tensions Disrupt Oil Supplies
SINGAPORE: Global energy markets are facing renewed uncertainty as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, rising shipping costs, and disruptions...
Asian Stock Markets Show Mixed Performance Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
SINGAPORE: Asian financial markets experienced mixed trading conditions as investors assessed global economic developments, energy prices, interest rate expectations, and...
Oil Prices Decline as US-Iran Diplomatic Signals Ease Global Supply Concerns
NEW YORK: International crude oil prices moved lower amid renewed attention to diplomatic developments between the United States and Iran,...
Critical Minerals Explained: Why Lithium, Cobalt and Rare Earths Are Becoming Geopolitical Weapons
WASHINGTON: The next major geopolitical struggle may not be fought over oil alone. Explainer AI Generated Symbolic Photo A new...
US Debt Explained: Who Owns America’s $40 Trillion Debt and Why It Matters
WASHINGTON: The United States has crossed a historic financial milestone, with its federal debt now above $40 trillion. Explainer AI...
Global Oil Prices Explained: Why Middle East Tensions Are Pushing Crude Above $100
LONDON: Global oil markets are once again facing a major geopolitical shock. Brent crude, the international benchmark, moved above $100...
India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Decline for Fourth Consecutive Week
India's foreign exchange reserves have declined for a fourth consecutive week, reflecting changes in the country's external financial position amid...
Oil Prices Rise Above $100 as Middle East Supply Risks Intensify
Global oil prices climbed above the $100-per-barrel level as renewed security concerns in the Middle East raised fears about disruptions...
Rising Bond Yields Increase Financing Pressure on Global Businesses
London: A sharp rise in government bond yields across major developed economies is creating new challenges for companies and investors...
Oil Prices Rise Above $100 as Middle East Tensions Threaten Global Supply
London: Global oil prices have climbed above the $100-per-barrel mark as growing geopolitical risks raise concerns about possible disruptions to...
World Bank Warns Middle East Conflict Could Push Regional Economy Into Contraction
Washington: The World Bank has warned that the continuing Middle East conflict is imposing significant economic costs across the Middle...
Shell Reports Sharp Improvement in Refining Margins as Energy Market Shifts
London: Shell is expecting a significant improvement in its refining performance for the third quarter, with stronger margins providing a...
IMF Updates Economic Surveillance Strategy as Global Risks Become More Complex
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has updated its approach to monitoring global economies as countries face a rapidly changing environment...
Global Markets Turn Mixed as Wall Street Hits Fresh Records Amid Rising Oil Prices
New York: Global financial markets showed mixed performance on Wednesday as investors balanced record gains on Wall Street against renewed...
Global Economic Expansion Loses Momentum as Second-Quarter Growth Slows
The global economy continued to expand during the second quarter of 2026, but the pace of growth weakened slightly compared...
OECD Data Shows Inflation Trends Remain Uneven Across Major Economies
New consumer price data released by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development is providing fresh insight into how inflation...
Global Foreign Investment Climbs to $1.6 Trillion but Gains Remain Uneven
International investment flows strengthened in 2025, with global foreign direct investment reaching approximately $1.6 trillion, according to the latest assessment...
Global Food Prices Climb as Weather Disruptions Add Pressure to Markets
Global food markets experienced renewed price pressure in September, with the latest Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations...
Global Unemployment Holds Near 5% as Labour Markets Show Mixed Signals
The global labour market is expected to remain relatively stable in 2026, with unemployment projected to stay close to 5%...
China’s APEC Plans Spark Debate Over Future Format of Regional Diplomacy
China’s preparations for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit have generated fresh discussion over how the organisation should conduct high-level...
Global Services Trade Expands as International Services Exports Rise in 2026
Geneva: International trade in services continued to expand in 2026, with global services exports recording strong growth during the first...
Global Commodity Prices Accelerate Sharply in August, UNCTAD Data Shows
Geneva: Global commodity prices accelerated sharply in August 2026, with the United Nations Trade and Development's latest data showing a...
IMF Examines How Corporate Tax Changes Can Affect Economies Across Borders
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has released new analysis examining how changes in corporate taxation in one country can influence...
Schneider Electric to Acquire PTC in $23.7 Billion Industrial Software Deal
Paris/Boston: Schneider Electric has agreed to acquire U.S.-based industrial software company PTC in an all-cash transaction with an implied enterprise...
Nippon Paint to Acquire AkzoNobel’s Southeast Asian Decorative Paints Business for $1.35 Billion
Tokyo/Amsterdam: Japan's Nippon Paint Holdings has agreed to acquire AkzoNobel’s Southeast Asian decorative paints business for approximately $1.35 billion, creating...
RBI Rate Hike Expectations Rise as Inflation Pressures and Global Rates Reshape India’s Business Outlook
Mumbai: Expectations of a fresh interest-rate increase by the Reserve Bank of India have intensified as inflation pressures broaden, economic...
G7 Emergency Oil Release Puts Fresh Pressure on Global Energy Prices
London: Global oil markets moved lower as additional crude supplies from the Middle East and a planned release of emergency...
South Africa’s Private Sector Contracts as Weak Demand and Fuel Costs Hit Businesses
Johannesburg: South Africa’s private-sector economy came under renewed pressure in September, with business activity contracting at its fastest pace since...
UN Data Warns Global Growth Remains Weak as Energy Shock Fuels Inflation Risks
New York: The global economy is facing renewed pressure from geopolitical tensions, higher energy costs and persistent uncertainty, with the...
World Bank Approves New Support for Developing Economies Facing Economic and Climate Pressures
Washington: The World Bank is expanding its support for developing economies as countries face a combination of economic uncertainty, infrastructure...
WTO Members Intensify Reform Talks as Global Trade Rules Face Growing Pressure
Geneva: Members of the World Trade Organization are intensifying discussions on reforming the global trading system as governments seek to...
IMF Updates Global Economic Surveillance Framework to Address New Sources of Risk
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has completed its 2026 Comprehensive Surveillance Review, updating the way it monitors economic and financial...
