Finance
Somali Piracy Returns, Threatening Global Trade Routes
A resurgence of Somali piracy, fueled by regional conflicts and stretched naval resources, is adding significant costs and delays to global shipping.
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Economy
Iran War Threatens Deeper Trade Crisis Than COVID
The Iran war's disruption of the Strait of Hormuz poses a greater, more acute supply chain challenge than COVID-19, forcing a fundamental...
Economy
China Drops Tariffs for 53 African Nations, Eswatini Excluded
China has implemented a policy granting tariff-free access to its market for 53 of Africa's 54 nations for two years, contrasting with...
Economy
Iran War’s Ripple Effect Hits China’s Export Economy
While China resiliently weathered US tariffs, the Iran conflict is now straining factory orders, increasing costs, and impacting jobs in its export-driven...
Economy
Iran War’s Trade Shock: A New Global Disruptor?
The Iran conflict's impact on energy and commodities is forcing companies to rethink supply chains, potentially reshaping global trade more profoundly than...
Markets
Houthi Attacks Drive Oil Price Rise, Shipping Disruption Fears
Global oil prices are surging as Houthi rebel attacks on Israeli targets and commercial ships in the Bab-el-Mandeb strait escalate, raising fears...
Economy
Trump’s Tariffs: A Year of Shifting Trade Policies
One year after sweeping tariffs were imposed, the global trade landscape shows significant shifts. The long-term impact of these duties remains a...
Economy
US ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs: A Year of Global Trade Realignment
One year after sweeping 'Liberation Day' tariffs, global trade flows have dramatically shifted. Data reveals winners, losers, and the unexpected cost borne...
Economy
China’s Economy Grows 5%, Outperforming Forecasts Despite Iran War
China's economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter, posting 5% GDP growth despite the global impact of the US-Israel war...