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Iran conflict raises risks for emerging economies

The ongoing Iran conflict could create fresh economic pressures for several emerging market economies by pushing up energy prices, weakening external balances, and tightening access to global financing.

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Asia markets slide on oil price shock

Asian markets tumbled sharply on Monday as a sudden surge in global oil prices triggered widespread selling across the region, rattling investor sentiment and heightening concerns about inflation and economic stability.

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Global oil prices spike to $116 amid Strait of Hormuz crisis

Global oil prices surged past the $110-a-barrel mark after Iran moved to close the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which triggered sharp reactions across energy and financial markets.

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Hormuz crisis sends oil higher, raises global inflation fears

The escalation of conflict involving Iran has triggered significant volatility in global energy markets after military strikes and retaliatory actions effectively disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.

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China maintains fiscal stimulus amid lower GDP target

China has lowered its economic sights for 2026, which signals a major pivot from rapid expansion to structural health.

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BlackRock slams the gate on $26bn credit fund withdrawals

BlackRock has restricted investor withdrawals from one of its largest private credit vehicles after redemption requests surged, which growing unease among investors about the rapidly expanding private lending market.

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How energy prices could end the US-Iran conflict

The world is standing on the edge of an economic precipice, watching a conflict that has transformed the global landscape in just six days.

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Limited impact expected from Middle East aviation disruption

Aviation disruption across the Middle East following attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran on February 28, and Iran’s subsequent strikes on countries in the region, will play a key role in determining the impact on sectors including airlines, airports, lodging, insurance and aircraft lessors, according to Fitch Ratings.

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US issues 30 day waiver for India to buy Russian oil

President Trump’s energy agenda has resulted in oil and gas production reaching the highest levels ever recorded, according to a statement shared by the U.S. Treasury Secretary.

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Goldman Sachs warns GCC growth to plunge amid Hormuz crisis

The Middle East is at a critical economic crossroads as the conflict between the US/Israel and Iran intensifies, forcing the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) into a complex financial paradox.

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