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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Summit: Time for Decisions – What is the Barrier against the Consequences of the War in Iran

EU leaders are convening in Brussels to address the geopolitical and economic consequences of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, while the ECB Board meets in Frankfurt to discuss interest rates and economic predictions.

Mar 19 • 07:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Which countries could profit from the war in Iran — and which will be most affected?

The article discusses the potential economic impacts of the US and Israel's war against Iran, highlighting which countries could benefit or suffer as a result.

Mar 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The US Federal Reserve Has Not Changed Interest Rates

The US Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% amid ongoing economic uncertainties, particularly due to the war in Iran and rising crude oil prices.

Mar 19 • 06:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Response of the Gulf States: The Costs of War Rise

Gulf states are facing significant economic challenges due to the escalating costs of the ongoing war in Iran, with potential GDP declines linked to the Strait of Hormuz being closed.

Mar 19 • 06:21 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Baltic States Playing a False Narrative Regarding Involvement in the War with Iran

Commentators claim that the Baltic states distract from real economic issues by invoking the 'Russian threat' to justify the presence of foreign troops.

Mar 19 • 06:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

US Federal Reserve Maintains Forecast for One More Rate Cut, but Concerns Over Rate Hike if War Prolongs

The US Federal Reserve has kept its current interest rate steady at 3.50–3.75% and forecasts one more rate cut this year, but concerns arise regarding the implications of prolonged conflicts in the Middle East on economic stability.

Mar 19 • 05:28 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Rising Prices and War Changed Consumer Habits – What Greeks Fear

Economic uncertainty and stress manifesting in Greek consumers due to rising prices and geopolitical tensions.

Mar 19 • 04:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Trump's war in Iran hits the core of Finland and Europe's economy – ECB will announce today whether to push the gas or hit the brakes

The European Central Bank faces a difficult decision in response to rising oil prices due to the U.S.-initiated conflict in Iran, which impacts inflation and economic growth.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Sánchez sends several ministers against his leftist partners to circumvent the veto of PP, PNV, and Junts on the aid decree

Pedro Sánchez is trying to navigate political tensions with his leftist partners as he works to pass a decree for economic aid related to the Iran war, amid opposition from right-wing parties.

Mar 19 • 01:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The builders' warning to Pedro Sánchez not to leave them out of the anti-war shield: "There will be delays and abandonment of works"

The construction sector in Spain warns the government that rising prices and material shortages could lead to project delays and abandonments, urging inclusion in the government's support measures amidst the economic fallout from the conflict in Iran.

Mar 19 • 00:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: NSC Notícias of Wednesday, March 18, 2026

A report highlighting various significant events in Brazil, including economic adjustments due to war, police incidents, electoral rulings, and legislative advancements.

Mar 18 • 23:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's unhinged 24 hours as top aide tears his excuse for the Iran War to pieces

Donald Trump faced a chaotic day marked by poor economic news and challenges to his foreign policy narratives.

Mar 18 • 21:54 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

U.S. Fed holds interest rates again as Iran war creates inflation worries

The U.S. Federal Reserve has decided to maintain short-term interest rates as concerns rise about inflation tied to the ongoing conflict in Iran, while still projecting a future rate cut.

Mar 18 • 19:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Fed Holds Rates Steady Again... 'Economic Uncertainty Increased Due to Iran War'

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep the benchmark interest rate steady for the second consecutive time, citing increased economic uncertainty due to the conflict in Iran.

Mar 18 • 19:29 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fed 'freezes' the interest rate; officials indicate uncertainty due to US war in the Middle East

The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged while acknowledging increased economic uncertainty related to the conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 18 • 18:47 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Gas prices hit highest level since 2023 in U.S. amid Iran war

Gas prices in the U.S. have reached their highest levels in over two years due to the impacts of the ongoing war in Iran, with average prices exceeding $3.84 per gallon.

Mar 18 • 18:32 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Fed kept interest rates unchanged due to 'uncertain' effects of the war in Iran

The U.S. Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates steady amid ongoing inflation and uncertain economic impacts from the war in Iran.

Mar 18 • 18:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Due to economic uncertainty, the Federal Reserve kept the interest rate in the U.S. unchanged.

The Federal Reserve decided to maintain the interest rate in the U.S. amid economic uncertainties related to the war in Iran and ongoing inflation issues.

Mar 18 • 18:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Fed holds interest rates steady as Iran war drives up oil prices and inflation fears

The US Federal Reserve decided to maintain interest rates steady amidst rising oil prices and inflation concerns resulting from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 18 • 18:02 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

US central bank keeps interest rate unchanged

The US central bank decided to maintain its interest rate between 3.5-3.75 percent, amid pressures from President Trump and uncertainty over the economic impacts of the war in Iran.

Mar 18 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

US keeps interest rates between 3.5% and 3.75% amid uncertainties over the war in Iran

The US Federal Reserve has maintained its interest rates, citing economic uncertainties related to the ongoing conflict in Iran and rising oil prices.

Mar 18 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Iran warns that the attack on its gas field will trigger a "large-scale economic war"

Iran has threatened to escalate the conflict to a large-scale economic war following an attack by Israel and the U.S. on its major gas field in the South Pars region.

Mar 18 • 17:58 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Tehran has a different victory strategy, it wants to survive

Iran seeks to survive rather than win a traditional war against the United States, aiming to absorb punishment while inflicting political and economic damage to weaken U.S. resolve.

Mar 18 • 17:56 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Here is Iran's attack list

Iran has published a list of energy facilities in the Middle East that it considers potential attack targets following strikes on its South Pars gas field.

Mar 18 • 17:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Economists revise forecasts. Poland will pay for the war with higher inflation

Polish economists are revising their economic forecasts in light of the impacts of the Middle East conflict, projecting higher inflation rates due to rising energy prices and economic disruptions.

Mar 18 • 16:06 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Bank of Canada holds interest rates as Iran war rattles global economies

The Bank of Canada has decided to maintain interest rates at 2.25% due to the economic uncertainties arising from the ongoing conflict in Iran.

Mar 18 • 13:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Warning from Häkkänen – war will soon hit our wallets hard

Finland's Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen warns of the economic consequences of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the rising costs for Europeans.

Mar 18 • 13:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Feijóo conveys his proposals against the crisis due to the war in Iran to his European partners

Feijóo, the leader of the PP, presents his proposals for addressing the economic impact of the Iran war to European partners during a European Council meeting in Brussels.

Mar 18 • 13:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The War in the Middle East Affected Polish Consumer Sentiment

Consumer sentiment in Poland has declined in March due to the impacts of the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Mar 18 • 12:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The government's 'manual' for dealing with war-related price hikes: The 'glove' to the EU for reducing the Excise Duty

The Greek government is presenting a two-pronged strategy to mitigate the economic impacts of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, focusing on energy price stability and coordinated European action.

Mar 18 • 12:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dollar opens with a focus on Super Wednesday and war in the Middle East

The dollar begins this Wednesday influenced by the economic decisions expected on 'Super Wednesday' amid tensions from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 18 • 12:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Unprecedented Strike on Gas Facilities in Iran: Is 'Energy War' About to Escalate?

An Israeli airstrike has targeted gas processing facilities in Iran's Bushehr province, raising concerns about a potential escalation of the conflict focusing on Iran's economic infrastructure.

Mar 18 • 11:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Austria: Fuel Tax Reduced to Mitigate Impact of War in the Middle East

The Austrian government is reducing fuel taxes to alleviate the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran on fuel prices.

Mar 18 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Will the Iran War Prevent the Drop in Interest Rates in Brazil? Understand What Selic Is and How It Affects Your Wallet

The ongoing conflict in Iran may impact Brazil's anticipated interest rate cuts as the Central Bank evaluates the economic situation amidst inflation concerns.

Mar 18 • 10:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No Oil, No Flour... Now War with Afghanistan, Triple Attack on PAK's Devastation?

Pakistan is facing a severe economic crisis exacerbated by rising debt and conflicts with Afghanistan amidst ongoing war tensions between the US and Iran.

Mar 18 • 09:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Second Iran War.. A Fire Map in Numbers

The second Iran War has entered its third week with significant military and economic destruction, as reported by various strategic research centers.

Mar 18 • 08:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil and US central banks decide on interest rates Wednesday with Iran war in focus

Brazil's Central Bank and the US Federal Reserve are set to announce their interest rate decisions amid uncertainties surrounding the economic effects of the war in Iran.

Mar 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How the IRAN War Affected the Markets of Iraq?

The article examines the impact of the ongoing Iranian conflict on the Iraqi markets, highlighting consumer behavior changes and economic apprehensions.

Mar 18 • 06:40 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Afternoon Update: national cabinet to tackle fuel crisis; Queensland cyclone warning; and is honey really a superfood?

The Australian government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has called a meeting of the national cabinet to address a fuel supply crisis amidst rising economic pressures due to the war in Iran.

Mar 18 • 05:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government cools off measures regarding housing in the first response plan to the war in Iran

The Spanish government is hesitant to include housing measures in its initial response plan to the Iran war, favoring a more flexible economic approach instead.

Mar 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

Europe focused on Ukraine and fears that the war in Iran will strengthen Putin

The article discusses the rising tensions between Iran and international shipping, which are affecting global oil prices and may lead to wider economic consequences.

Mar 18 • 04:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Delays, energy costs, and exports: small and medium enterprises in crisis

Small and medium enterprises in Italy are facing significant challenges due to soaring energy costs, delivery delays, and decreasing demand, largely influenced by the ongoing Gulf war.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Heavy Economic Devastation May Occur in the Gulf Like the 1991 Gulf War

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has begun to severely impact Gulf economies, reminiscent of the economic crises experienced during the 1991 Gulf War.

Mar 18 • 03:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Albanese urges increased ‘self-reliance and economic resilience’ ahead of snap national cabinet meeting over fuel crisis

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is convening a snap national cabinet meeting to address fuel supply disruptions and economic challenges stemming from the war in Iran.

Mar 18 • 02:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Trump targets the agonizing Cuban regime

The article discusses the ongoing crisis in Cuba under its socialist regime, highlighting the severe economic decline and energy infrastructure collapse while examining its historical context and implications.

Mar 18 • 01:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Why does Europe refuse to help Trump in the war with Iran?

European countries have declined U.S. President Donald Trump's request for assistance in addressing Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, citing legal, military, and economic reasons.

Mar 17 • 23:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Moncloa angers its partners for its resistance to include housing measures in the plan due to the war in Iran

The Spanish government faces criticism from its coalition partners and the opposition for not implementing housing measures amid rising prices linked to the war in Iran.

Mar 17 • 21:49 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Morning Mail: Trump rages at allies over Iran war, rate hike ‘double whammy’, Matildas beat China to make final

The article discusses various significant developments including Israel's military action in Iran, Donald Trump's criticism of allies, economic challenges in Australia, and the Matildas' triumph over China to reach the final of the Asian Cup.

Mar 17 • 19:51 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Iran war is ‘a dark cloud’ over Bank of Canada and the spring fiscal update

The ongoing Iran war is impacting Canadian economic policies, particularly as the Bank of Canada is expected to raise interest rates due to rising inflation caused by global oil price spikes.

Mar 17 • 18:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Wall Street maintains its gains despite rising oil prices and escalating tensions in the Gulf

Wall Street shows modest gains despite rising oil prices and escalating tensions linked to the Gulf war.

Mar 17 • 16:54 UTC

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