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๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Gold at its Lowest Levels in 2026 Due to Interest Rate Hike Expectations

Gold prices have plummeted by over 6%, reaching their lowest level in 2026 amid rising global interest rate hike expectations fueled by the ongoing US-Israeli conflict with Iran.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Inflation Gallops in Iran. New Banknote of Historical Denomination

Iranians are lining up to purchase the highest denomination banknote in history as inflation surges due to the impact of the US-Israel war.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Gold slides as hawkish Fed and strong US dollar override geopolitical fears

Gold prices are declining due to the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance and a strengthening US dollar, overshadowing geopolitical tensions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Iran, cash is scarce. Tehran issues a 10 million rial banknote, the highest ever

Tehran has introduced a new 10 million rial banknote, the highest denomination in its history, amid soaring inflation and a cash demand surge due to conflicts with the US and Israel.

Mar 21 โ€ข 08:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

War and Rates: Why Country Risk is Once Again Above 600 Basis Points

Argentina's country risk index rises above 600 basis points amid global economic instability fueled by the Middle East conflict and U.S. interest rate expectations.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The head of the US central bank sounds the alarm: inflation raises concerns

Ch. Waller of the US central bank expresses rising concerns about inflation, which may prompt a reassessment of interest rate policies.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The bond market is emitting a signal we haven't seen since the major crisis of 2008

The U.S. bond market is showing alarming signs reminiscent of patterns before the 2008 financial crisis, particularly due to skyrocketing yields and rising inflation fears.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

The 'Inflation Bomb' Explodes on the World due to Iran War, See Lunch Break

The conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran is intensifying, leading to a global energy crisis and rising inflation.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

BoE delivers message Britons donโ€™t want to hear as inflation โ€“ and rates โ€“ look set to rise

The Bank of England warns that rising inflation and interest rates are expected due to external pressures from conflicts involving the US and Israel, impacting the UK's economic outlook.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as Iran war prompts inflation fears

The Bank of England has maintained interest rates at 3.75% amid inflation fears spurred by the ongoing US-Israel conflict in Iran.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

โ€˜This does not pleaseโ€™ Trump: Powell assures that the Fed will not lower interest rates due to inflation in the US

Jerome Powell stated that the Federal Reserve will not lower interest rates until inflation shows signs of significant moderation, regardless of external factors like the Middle East conflict.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump's ally warns that the US economy is not strong enough to support war with Iran

An economist appointed by Donald Trump warns that the US economy is too weak to handle oil prices at $100 per barrel amid rising consumer prices due to tensions with Iran.

Mar 19 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Expensive Everyday Life in the USA: The Hormuz Crisis Becomes Politically Dangerous for Trump

Rising prices in the U.S., particularly in fuel and food, pose a political threat to Trump amid the ongoing Hormuz crisis.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Expensive Everyday Life in the USA: The Hormuz Crisis Becomes Politically Dangerous for Trump

The rising costs of living in the USA, exacerbated by the Hormuz crisis, pose a significant political risk for Donald Trump as gasoline prices soar beyond the critical threshold of three dollars per gallon.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 3.50โ€“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 โ€ข 05:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The war raises pressure on bonds and pushes the financing cost of the US and Germany to risk thresholds

The ongoing war is increasing pressure on bond markets while driving financing costs for the US and Germany to concerning levels.

Mar 19 โ€ข 04:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Reader callout: are you feeling the petrol pinch in Australia, and how is it affecting you?

Australia is experiencing a surge in petrol prices due to global oil market disruptions caused by the US-Israel conflict, with significant implications for consumers and the economy.

Mar 19 โ€ข 02:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Yen exchange rate falls to 159.90, concerns over US inflation weigh, crude oil rises back to $100

The yen exchanged at 159.90 against the US dollar, marking the weakest level in over a year and driven by inflation fears in the US, while crude oil prices have surged back to $100 per barrel.

Mar 18 โ€ข 23:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Central banks know that controlling inflation has become more challenging

Central banks in the US and Brazil are adopting cautious approaches to monetary policy in response to a more uncertain global environment and inflationary pressures.

Mar 18 โ€ข 22:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Fed surprises with caution. War and oil keep inflation in check

The U.S. Federal Reserve has decided to maintain its main interest rate amid ongoing inflation pressures from oil prices and geopolitical tensions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The US Federal Reserve System does not change the base interest rate

The US Federal Reserve has decided to maintain the base interest rate at a target range of 3.5-3.75% following their recent meeting.

Mar 18 โ€ข 20:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Monetary Policy: US Federal Reserve Keeps Key Interest Rate Stable Despite Rising Oil Prices

The US Federal Reserve has decided to maintain its key interest rate amid rising oil prices and inflation concerns.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ 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 โ€ข 19:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

USA's central bank maintains interest rates as expected

The US Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates steady amid ongoing economic uncertainties.

Mar 18 โ€ข 19:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

US Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rate Unchanged

The US Federal Reserve has decided to maintain the interest rate at its current level amid economic uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Steady and Expects One Rate Cut in 2026

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady and foresees only one rate cut in 2026 as it assesses the economic risks stemming from the US-Israel conflict with Iran.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The US central bank maintains interest rates in uncertain times and predicts increased inflation

The US Federal Reserve has decided to hold its interest rates steady amid concerns over rising oil prices and potential inflation following unrest in the Middle East.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 18:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง 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 โ€ข 18:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The US central bank keeps interest rates unchanged

The US Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates in the range of 3.5% to 3.75%, aligning with analyst expectations.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"A recession indicator": McDonald's new $3 menu drives American internet users crazy

McDonald's is launching a new $3 menu in the U.S. as part of its strategy to attract customers affected by inflation.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

US central bank predicts inflation rise from Iran war as oil prices surge again

The US central bank anticipates a rise in inflation influenced by escalating oil prices resulting from the ongoing conflict in Iran.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

One little-known meeting helps decide what Americans can afford โ€” and what they canโ€™t

The Federal Reserve's recent decision to maintain interest rates impacts American households' financial decisions and purchasing power.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Diesel prices in the US have risen by 5 rupees per gallon

The average price of diesel in the United States has increased by 5 rupees per gallon, which may have political implications for Trump and the Republican Party amidst rising inflation.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ 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 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Naira slips to 1,385/$ amid Middle East tension

The Nigerian naira has depreciated to 1,385 per US dollar due to rising tensions in the Middle East and its consequent impact on local energy prices.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Public debt rose again in February: an increase of US$11.2 billion

Argentina's public debt increased by US$11.2 billion in February, driven by the appreciation of the peso amid rising inflation.

Mar 17 โ€ข 19:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Iran War Becomes a Thorn in Trump's Side! Close Allies Leaving, NATO Not Holding On Either

The ongoing tension and war in West Asia are starting to significantly impact the U.S. economy and politics, challenging Donald Trump amid rising inflation and potential electoral consequences.

Mar 17 โ€ข 17:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Public debt increased by US$ 11.2 billion driven by inflation-linked bonds

Argentina's public debt rose by US$ 11.2 billion in February, primarily due to inflation-linked bonds, despite significant debt repayments during the month.

Mar 17 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

If high oil prices persist for over a year, South Korea's growth rate could fall to 0%

Concerns grow that persistently high oil prices, exacerbated by the US-Iran conflict, could drive South Korea's economic growth rate down to 0% if such conditions continue for over a year.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why the war in Iran favors Bitcoin and not gold? The paradox of the markets

The ongoing war in Iran has led to unusual market dynamics, with Bitcoin and the US dollar gaining strength while traditional safe-haven assets like gold are underperforming.

Mar 17 โ€ข 04:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

South Korea and Japan bear brunt of global stock sell-offs amid oil shock

South Korea and Japan are experiencing significant declines in their stock markets due to disruption in oil supplies amid the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.

Mar 16 โ€ข 23:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Oil Price Crisis: Must the ECB Act Now?

The European Central Bank is under greater pressure to respond to the oil price rise than the US Federal Reserve, as global banks prepare for interest rate decisions amid the oil price shock this week.

Mar 16 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

"Grenades" around the "flag"

Nobel laureate economist Joseph E. Stiglitz discusses the impact of the Gulf War on the global economy, highlighting concerns from Greek citizens about inflation and economic measures taken by the government.

Mar 16 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

US Fed's Interest Rate Cut Outlook 'Zero' Due to Rising Oil Prices; Focus on Rate Forecasts

The Federal Reserve's outlook for interest rate cuts this year has shifted towards 'zero' because of concerns that rising energy prices could exacerbate inflation in the U.S.

Mar 16 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: ASX set to keep sliding as Wall Street and European markets fall, oil prices under pressure

The ASX is expected to decline further following losses in US and European markets due to concerns over the prolonged Iranian conflict affecting global growth and inflation.

Mar 15 โ€ข 20:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Trump has lost control...,' US Senator says - Major crises including inflation due to Iran war

US Senator Chris Murphy criticized President Trump for losing control in the Iran war, suggesting it could lead to increased inflation globally.

Mar 15 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Households Now Pay More for Gas, Electricity, and Mortgages

Spanish households are facing increased costs for gasoline, electricity, and mortgages due to inflation exacerbated by conflicts involving the US, Israel, and Iran.

Mar 15 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Pierarakakis to Reuters: Europe must act quickly to protect economies if energy prices remain high

Kyriakos Pierarakakis, President of the Eurogroup, states that Europe must act swiftly to mitigate pressures on economies due to rising energy prices linked to the ongoing US-Israel conflict in Iran.

Mar 13 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Gas Prices: Is the War with Iran Turning into a Daily Nightmare for Americans' Pockets?

Americans are feeling the impact of the war on Iran through rising gas prices, leading to financial strain on households.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:08 UTC

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