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US military says blockade of Iran ports ‘completely’ halts economic trade
US Central Command say more than 10,000 armed forces members, as well as warships and planes, are involved in blockade.
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Economy - Qatar will be the economy hardest hit by the Persian Gulf war, according to the IMF
The International Monetary Fund updated its forecasts for the world economy this Tuesday, April 14, in which it expects a certain deterioration when compared to its January projections, when not…
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Business - 'War is development in reverse,' UNDP chief tells FRANCE 24
Amid uncertainty over the war in Iran, the International Monetary Fund has downgraded its outlook for the global economy under three different scenarios depending on how long the conflict will last.…
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IMF cuts global growth forecast during Hormuz blockade
Higher global inflation forecast at 4.4 percent, up 0.6 points, driven by surging oil, gas and fertiliser costs.
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Fed nominee Warsh’s financial disclosures point to assets well over $100m
Warsh's financial disclosures will almost certainly be a focus of his upcoming confirmation hearing next week.
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Economy - China suffers a collapse in exports due to the war in the Middle East
Chinese exports only advanced 2.5% in March, far from the jump of almost 22% recorded at the beginning of the year. The conflict in the Middle East, rising energy prices and pressure on routes...
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Less growth and oil, more inflation: the global economy is projected to decline due to the war
This Tuesday, April 14, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) updated downwards its forecasts for the world economy, affected by the consequences of the war started by the United States...
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Nigerian airstrike hits market in northeast Yobe state
At least 200 people are feared dead after Nigerian military jets struck a village market while pursuing Islamist militants in the northeast of the country on Saturday night, a councillor for the area…
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Business - China's exports slow amid surging costs brought on by Iran war
China's exports grew only 2.5% in March from a year earlier, a significantly slowdown caused by the war in Iran. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up the cost of materials, and many Chinese…
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Asia’s stock markets surge, oil falls on hopes for US-Iran talks
Relief for global markets comes after Trump says Iranian officials are keen on a deal.
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Economy - Luxury does not escape the war in the Middle East: Louis Vuitton lowers its income
The turnover of the French giant, owner of global brands such as Louis Vuitton, fell by 6% despite the organic growth of sales, which stagnated in part due to the reduction in the influx of…
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Man charged with attempted murder after attack on OpenAI CEO Altman’s home
A 20-year-old Texan faces potential life imprisonment after arson attack on Sam Altman's San Francisco residence.
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