World Business
IMF Cuts 2026 Global Growth Forecast to 3%, Citing Iran War Risks
The IMF has lowered its 2026 global growth forecast to 3%, the second cut this year, attributing the revision to 'uncertainty and...
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Economy
Singapore MAS Holds Policy, Signals Vigilance on Inflation
Singapore's central bank is set to maintain monetary policy amidst mild inflation, but analysts expect a hawkish signal due to geopolitical and...
Stocks
Iran Halts U.S. Commitments Over Alleged Strike Violations
Iran has suspended all commitments with the U.S. under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, citing Washington's alleged violation through 'a wave of...
Investing
UK Economy Rebounds 0.1% in May, Fragility Persists Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The UK economy grew by 0.1% in May, reversing April's contraction, driven by services despite impacts from the Iran war. Analysts warn...
Markets
Crude Oil Jumps 4.49% as US-Iran Ceasefire Ends
Crude oil prices surged on Wednesday, with WTI climbing 4.49% to $73.60 per barrel, following renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities and President Trump's declaration...
Investing
Five Market Perspectives: Profits, Highs, Sentiment, K-Shape, and Geopolitics
A veteran market observer shares five key insights on current market dynamics, covering corporate profits, all-time highs, consumer sentiment, the K-shaped economy,...
Markets
Walsh: Europe Air Fares Must Rise on Fuel Costs
Europe's air travellers face "inevitable" ticket price increases due to high jet fuel costs, IATA head Willie Walsh warns, despite current discounts.
Markets
Asia-Pacific Dollar Bond Issuance Jumps 67% in April
Asia-Pacific's dollar bond market recorded its strongest April in five years, with $38 billion in offerings, driven by a ceasefire in the...
Markets
Iran Conflict Dampens GE Aerospace’s Growth Forecast
GE Aerospace reported strong Q1 earnings, but macro risks tied to the Iran conflict are tempering outlook and impacting flight departure forecasts.