World Business
China Exports Jump 14.1% in April, Defying Middle East Conflict
China's exports surged 14.1% in April, significantly exceeding forecasts, as an AI investment boom fueled trade despite shipping disruptions from the war...
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Economy
March Retail Sales Climb 1.7% Amid War, Trump’s Economic Approval Dips to 30%
U.S. retail sales surged 1.7% in March, largely driven by a spike in gas prices from the Iran war, while President Trump's...
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...
Investing
Asian Stocks Fall, Oil Surges Past $100 on Iran Tensions
Asian markets retreated and oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel as concerns over the Iran war's duration overshadowed Wall Street's record...
Investing
Wall Street Sets Record, Global Equities Gain on Iran Ceasefire Optimism
World shares mostly advanced, with Wall Street reaching a new record, as investors eyed potential ceasefire extensions in the Iran war and...
Finance
Iran War Threatens Global Stagflation, EBRD Economist Warns
The Iran war's ongoing hostilities are raising concerns of global stagflation, according to EBRD chief economist Beata Javorcik. She warns that sustained...
Finance
Mortgage Rates Decline as Iran Truce Hopes Emerge
Major lenders are reducing mortgage rates on new deals, offering relief to buyers as money markets react positively to potential truce developments...
World Business
US Extends Russian Oil Sanctions Waiver After Bessent Reversal
The U.S. Treasury Department extended a 30-day waiver on Russian oil sanctions, reversing Secretary Scott Bessent's prior stance to ease Iran war...
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...