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🇶🇦 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 • 04:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US interest in electric vehicles surges as gas prices jump amid Iran war

Interest in electric vehicles in the US has surged due to rising gas prices following military actions related to the conflict in Iran.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

This is the new 10-cent coin commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.

A new 10-cent coin celebrating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence in 2026 has sparked interest among collectors due to its commemorative design and absence of traditional peace symbols.

Mar 21 • 06:21 UTC
🇦🇷 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 • 16:18 UTC
🇱🇹 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 • 14:23 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China’s Unitree Robotics rides humanoid tide as it targets US$610m IPO

Unitree Robotics has filed for an IPO on Shanghai's Star Market to raise US$610 million, reporting a significant increase in revenue and profit due to the growing interest in embodied artificial intelligence.

Mar 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Uncertainty in U.S. Private Lending Similar to Financial Crisis Due to High Interest Rates and Oil Prices

The U.S. private lending market is experiencing rising tensions reminiscent of the pre-2008 subprime mortgage crisis, influenced by high interest rates and oil prices.

Mar 20 • 00:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

BoE delivers message Britons don’t want to hear as inflation – and rates – 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 • 12:56 UTC
🇬🇧 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 • 12:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘This does not please’ 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 • 09:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

One Interest Rate Cut This Year? Timing Delayed Due to Increased Uncertainty over Iran Situation

The Federal Reserve maintains its forecast for one interest rate cut this year, but increased uncertainty in the Middle East may lead to a delayed decision.

Mar 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ruling Party Lawmakers: 'Deployment = National Interest, Let's Secure Economic and Security Benefits' is an Overhasty Claim

Lawmakers from South Korea's ruling party argue for military support in response to U.S. President Trump’s demand to deploy troops to the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on the economic implications of such a move.

Mar 19 • 08:24 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
🇰🇷 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

US government registers 'alien.gov' domain after Trump orders release of files on aliens

The US government has registered the domains 'alien.gov' and 'aliens.gov' following Donald Trump's directive to disclose files about extraterrestrial life.

Mar 19 • 03:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nikkei Average Falls Over 1500 Points to 53,600 as U.S. Rate Cut Expectations Fade

The Nikkei Average dropped sharply, falling more than 1500 points to 53,600 due to fading expectations of a U.S. interest rate cut and rising concerns over oil prices amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 19 • 01:06 UTC
🇵🇱 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 • 20:28 UTC
🇱🇻 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 • 20:27 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 19:47 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
🇩🇰 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 • 19:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Acre Newspaper 2nd edition this Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Brazil's news coverage includes a police operation in Rio leading to several fatalities, the US maintaining interest rates amidst Middle Eastern conflicts, and various incidents of violence in urban areas.

Mar 18 • 18:57 UTC
🇪🇪 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 • 18:53 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
🇶🇦 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 • 18:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates: "The implications of events in the Middle East for the US economy are uncertain"

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates steady at 3.50-3.75%, with concerns regarding the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 18 • 18:23 UTC
🇩🇰 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 • 18:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The United States Federal Reserve keeps the interest rate unchanged

The US Federal Reserve announced it would maintain the interest rate amid uncertainty regarding the impact of Middle Eastern events on the economy.

Mar 18 • 18:09 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
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

US Central Bank: US Federal Reserve Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged

The US Federal Reserve has kept its key interest rates steady amid high uncertainty, leaving them at 3.50 to 3.75 percent.

Mar 18 • 18:02 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
🇳🇴 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 • 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
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

One little-known meeting helps decide what Americans can afford — and what they can’t

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

Mar 18 • 13:12 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Salvini: Trump seeks help for the Strait of Hormuz – He did not inform us before the attack on Iran

Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini criticized President Trump for not informing Italy prior to the U.S. attack on Iran and emphasized the importance of national interest in dealing with the situation.

Mar 17 • 09:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Spotlight on Central Banks

The article discusses the recent decline of the US dollar as central banks from major economies prepare for unprecedented meetings.

Mar 17 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 19:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

The talks may fizzle out – Trump is losing interest

Donald Trump's initiated peace talks regarding the Ukraine war are losing momentum as the U.S. attacks in Iran shift focus away from Ukraine, according to sources cited by Financial Times.

Mar 16 • 16:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Should We Steal Iran's Enriched Uranium? Trump Faced with a Choice

As the US-Israel-Iran war enters its third week, there is growing interest in whether the US will carry out an operation to seize Iran’s 60% enriched uranium, crucial for preventing nuclear weapon development.

Mar 16 • 05:49 UTC
🇯🇵 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 • 03:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

FT: Trump losing interest in Ukraine talks as he focuses on Iran

US President Donald Trump is reportedly losing interest in peace talks regarding Ukraine as his attention shifts towards Iran.

Mar 15 • 15:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Negotiates on behalf of the USA. And cashes in billions for his company

Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, is reportedly using his role as a US government envoy in the Middle East to secure billions for his private investment firm.

Mar 15 • 12:58 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Iran denies attacking civilian targets in the Middle East

Iran's Foreign Minister has denied allegations of attacking civilian areas in the Middle East, asserting that Iran is open to collaborating with neighboring countries to investigate such claims.

Mar 15 • 09:26 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

US military expresses interest in Ukrainian drones – Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the US military has shown interest in Ukrainian expertise regarding drone interception techniques.

Mar 15 • 09:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Some top US lobbying firms are working both sides of the Pfas issue at the same time

Top US lobbying firms are found lobbying for both chemical manufacturers and health organizations regarding PFAS regulation, raising conflict of interest issues.

Mar 14 • 12:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Prime Minister Kim Min-seok Meets Trump for 20 Minutes, Proposes Card to Resolve North American Issues, Trump Shows Interest

South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok engaged in a 20-minute conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, discussing proposals to address North Korea issues that intrigued Trump.

Mar 13 • 23:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

European leaders criticize the US for suspending sanctions against Russian oil; Asians negotiate purchases

European leaders are criticizing the US decision to suspend sanctions on Russian oil for 30 days, while Asian buyers express interest in purchasing it.

Mar 13 • 17:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Are Russians helping to target American objectives? Trump's man surprised with his answer

A military-political analyst discusses Russia's interest in prolonging the conflict in Iran to divert US attention and protect its war economy.

Mar 13 • 07:19 UTC

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