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Today: April 17, 2026
Today: April 17, 2026

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Iran war weighs on global economy as IMF meeting starts

Alarm over the impact of the Iran war on the global economy grew on Monday with more countries announcing emergency support measures to combat rising energy

Iran war weighs on global economy as IMF meeting starts
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

RBA's Hauser not sure interest rates are at the right level to tame inflation

A top Australian central banker said on Monday he was not confident that interest rates were at the right level to tame inflation, but policymakers would now also need to monitor

RBA's Hauser not sure interest rates are at the right level to tame inflation
Business|Economy|Finance|World

IMF expects pace of Japan's interest rate hikes to speed up slightly

The International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday it expected the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates gradually, but at a slightly faster pace than projected six

IMF expects pace of Japan's interest rate hikes to speed up slightly
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

IMF cuts Turkey 2026 economic growth forecast on weaker momentum, energy prices

The International Monetary Fund cut its economic growth forecast for Turkey to 3.4% from 4.2% for this year, citing weaker-than-expected activity in 2025 and the drag from

IMF cuts Turkey 2026 economic growth forecast on weaker momentum, energy prices
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Wells Fargo misses expectations on interest income, revenue; shares fall

Wells Fargo warned rising energy prices will likely affect the U.S. economy, after the bank reported first-quarter interest income and

Wells Fargo misses expectations on interest income, revenue; shares fall
Business|Economy|Political|World

Former US Treasury Secretary Yellen says one Fed rate cut possible this year

Former U.S.

Former US Treasury Secretary Yellen says one Fed rate cut possible this year
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Long Iran war may require painful central bank tightening, IMF chief economist says

Central banks may need to inflict much more economic pain to control inflation fueled by a long Middle East war than they did to control the spike in

Long Iran war may require painful central bank tightening, IMF chief economist says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Higher oil prices, higher yields, no more rate cuts? No problem for US stocks

The U.S. stock market has now nudged above where it was when the Iran war began over six weeks ago, which investors say is a reflection of bets that

Higher oil prices, higher yields, no more rate cuts? No problem for US stocks
Economy|Political|US|World

US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump's Iran war powers

The U.S.

US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump's Iran war powers
Business|Economy|World

7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year

7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its convenience stores this year

7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year
Business|Economy|World

US wholesale prices surged 4% last month after the war in Iran sent energy prices flying

U.S. wholesale prices surged last month as the Iran war drove up the cost of energy

US wholesale prices surged 4% last month after the war in Iran sent energy prices flying
Economy|Finance|Political

Trump promised tax relief, but polling shows most Americans still think they're overpaying

Tax refunds are up this season, but polling shows that most Americans still think their taxes are too high, according to recent polls

Trump promised tax relief, but polling shows most Americans still think they're overpaying
Africa|Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Citing fallout from the Iran war, IMF cuts the outlook for global growth, expects higher inflation

The Iran war has stalled the world’s economic momentum this year, likely pushing growth lower compared to 2025, the International Monetary Fund warned Tuesday

Citing fallout from the Iran war, IMF cuts the outlook for global growth, expects higher inflation
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war

Gas prices are still rising due to the Iran war but drivers are saving by fueling up at tribally owned gas stations

Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Tell us: How much inflation can your budget take?

Tell us: How much inflation can your budget take?

Tell us: How much inflation can your budget take?
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle

Buyers fret as the average cost of a new car nears $50K

Vehicle ownership has long been a big part of the American dream

Buyers fret as the average cost of a new car nears $50K
Economy|Opinion|Political|World

As a philosopher, I’m convinced that Trump isn’t lying − he’s doing something worse

Donald Trump’s false claims about the Iran War, Epstein files, tariffs and inflation have left some supporters who have traditionally believed all he says feeling duped and abandoned. Why now?

As a philosopher, I’m convinced that Trump isn’t lying − he’s doing something worse
Business|Economy|Political|World

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show

More Federal Reserve policymakers were willing to consider an interest rate hike this year at their March meeting than in January, as higher gas prices stemming from the Iran war threatened to worsen inflation in the coming months

More Federal Reserve officials see possible rate hikes this year, minutes show
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Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party

Jamie Dimon warns that the Iran war could bring an economic ‘skunk’ to the party
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge

Finance ministers from five European Union member states are urging the bloc to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies as surging oil and gas prices raise inflation fears

European ministers call for profit caps on energy companies as Iran war drives price surge
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

FACT FOCUS: False claims Trump made as he addressed the nation about Iran

President Donald Trump's address to the nation on the Iran war did not always hew to the facts

FACT FOCUS: False claims Trump made as he addressed the nation about Iran
Business|Economy|World

Retail sales rose more than expected in February

Retail sales rose more than expected in February

Retail sales rose more than expected in February
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries

A quarterly survey by the Bank of Japan shows business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers improved slightly

Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

The war in Iran has shaken up financial markets. See the impact of the conflict, in five charts

After meandering for a couple of months, financial markets endured numerous frenzied swings during March as the war in Iran raged

The war in Iran has shaken up financial markets. See the impact of the conflict, in five charts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US job openings rise to a better-than-expected 7 million despite sluggish labor market

U.S. job openings rose to nearly 7 million in January, better than expected at a time when the American labor market has looked sluggish

US job openings rise to a better-than-expected 7 million despite sluggish labor market
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil jumps to $100 per barrel and stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for the Iran war

Worries about the war with Iran sent oil prices back to $100 per barrel and stocks sinking worldwide

Oil jumps to $100 per barrel and stocks sink worldwide with no clear end in sight for the Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

When stock markets get shaken, it can pay for investors to be patient

When stock markets are falling, it’s natural to want to do something quickly to protect your retirement savings

When stock markets get shaken, it can pay for investors to be patient
Economy|World

Inflation held steady last month, but that was before the attack on Iran sent energy costs soaring

Inflation stayed stubbornly elevated last month as gas prices rose in a snapshot of what consumer prices looked like before the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran sent energy costs soaring

Inflation held steady last month, but that was before the attack on Iran sent energy costs soaring
Business|Economy|World

Inflation held firm last month — but the war with Iran could change that

Inflation held firm last month — but the war with Iran could change that

Inflation held firm last month — but the war with Iran could change that
Business|Economy

Trump's portrayal of 'golden age' is out of sync with how Americans see economy

President Donald Trump sought in his first State of the Union address to sell Americans on the idea of a booming economy, falling prices, and soaring jobs, yet he faces a skeptical public with a much gloomier view

Trump's portrayal of 'golden age' is out of sync with how Americans see economy
World

Fed minutes: Lower inflation needed before many officials will support rate cuts

Many Federal Reserve officials want to see inflation fall further before they would support additional interest rate cuts this year, particularly if the job market continues to stabilize, minutes of last month’s meeting show

Fed minutes: Lower inflation needed before many officials will support rate cuts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

World shares mostly advance and Japan falls ahead of Lunar New Year holidays

Global markets have mostly advanced but Japan's Nikkei 225 dipped ahead of Lunar New Year holidays after new data showed weaker-than-expected economic growth in the latest quarter

World shares mostly advance and Japan falls ahead of Lunar New Year holidays
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle

Valentine’s Day sticker shock: Chocolate prices are spiking

Valentine’s Day sticker shock: Chocolate prices are spiking

Valentine’s Day sticker shock: Chocolate prices are spiking
Business|Economy|Environment|Lifestyle

Home heating bills are soaring as temperatures plunge. It’s yet another rising cost for Americans

Home heating bills are soaring as temperatures plunge. It’s yet another rising cost for Americans

Home heating bills are soaring as temperatures plunge. It’s yet another rising cost for Americans
Business|Economy|Finance|World

CBO: Federal deficits and debt to worsen over next decade

The Congressional Budget Office projects worsening federal deficits and rising debt over the next decade, driven by increased spending on Social Security, Medicare, and debt service payments

CBO: Federal deficits and debt to worsen over next decade
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Retail sales unchanged in December from November, closing out year on a lackluster tone

Shoppers unexpectedly paused their spending in December from November, closing out the holiday shopping season and the year on a lackluster tone

Retail sales unchanged in December from November, closing out year on a lackluster tone
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Operator of Eddie Bauer stores in the US and Canada files for bankruptcy

Operator of Eddie Bauer stores in the US and Canada files for bankruptcy

Operator of Eddie Bauer stores in the US and Canada files for bankruptcy
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs have created an economic miracle. The facts tell a different story

President Donald Trump claims his tariffs have revived the U_S_ economy, calling it an “American economic miracle.”

FACT FOCUS: Trump says tariffs have created an economic miracle. The facts tell a different story
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

Bank of England stands pat on interest rates, but cuts expected ahead

The Bank of England is keeping its main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% with U.K. inflation remaining above target and economic growth is showing signs of picking up

Bank of England stands pat on interest rates, but cuts expected ahead
Crime|Economy|MidEast|Political|World

Grieving Iranians cowed into silence beside the graves of protesters

Grieving Iranians cowed into silence beside the graves of protesters

Grieving Iranians cowed into silence beside the graves of protesters
Australia|Business|Economy|World

Australia's central bank raises interest rate to 3.85% after 3 cuts

Australia’s central bank has lifted its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 3.85%, after three rate cuts last year and as inflation surges

Australia's central bank raises interest rate to 3.85% after 3 cuts
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US producer prices rose 0.5% in December, more than expected, on uptick in services inflation

U.S. wholesale prices rose a hotter-than-expected 0.5% in December

US producer prices rose 0.5% in December, more than expected, on uptick in services inflation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Consumer spending remained strong during the holiday season despite elevated prices

Consumer spending remained strong during the holiday season despite elevated prices

Consumer spending remained strong during the holiday season despite elevated prices
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Inflation fears are high. A new poll shows one group is particularly worried

Economic stress is widespread across the United States, but for Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and Native Hawaiians, anxiety about costs and affordability is particularly high

Inflation fears are high. A new poll shows one group is particularly worried
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Producer prices rise a mild 0.2% in November, government says in report delayed by federal shutdown

U.S. wholesale prices rose modestly in November, the government said in report delayed by federal shutdown

Producer prices rise a mild 0.2% in November, government says in report delayed by federal shutdown
Economy|Political|World

Why are Iranians protesting and what does it mean for the regime?

Why are Iranians protesting and what does it mean for the regime?

Why are Iranians protesting and what does it mean for the regime?
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street falls in light trading on the final day of 2025, another banner year for markets

Wall Street fell on the final day of trading for 2025, a banner year for markets that was driven by both optimism and uncertainty

Wall Street falls in light trading on the final day of 2025, another banner year for markets
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Asian shares follow Wall Street lower in final stretch of 2025

Shares are mostly lower in Asia and U.S. futures are flat after stocks slipped on Wall Street

Asian shares follow Wall Street lower in final stretch of 2025
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US stocks drift to more records on a holiday-shortened day of trading

US stocks drifted higher to more records on a holiday-shortened day of trading

US stocks drift to more records on a holiday-shortened day of trading
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks down to 6.18% this week

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage ticked down modestly this week, remaining in the same narrow range of the past two months

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks down to 6.18% this week
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500 closes at another record, beating the high it set earlier this month

Wall Street closed at another record following a surprisingly strong report on economic growth over the summer

S&P 500 closes at another record, beating the high it set earlier this month
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Consumer confidence slumps to lowest level since the US rolled out tariffs in April

U.S. consumers were less confident in the economy in December as Americans remain anxious about still-high prices and the impact of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs

Consumer confidence slumps to lowest level since the US rolled out tariffs in April
Economy|Education|Health|Political

These are Americans' biggest priorities for the government in 2026, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans are more likely to prioritize health care than they were last year

These are Americans' biggest priorities for the government in 2026, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month

More drops for AI stocks dragged the U.S. market to its worst day in nearly a month

More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month
Business|Economy|World

Iran raises gasoline prices for the first time since deadly 2019 protests

Iran has introduced a new pricing tier for its subsidized gasoline, marking the first price adjustment since 2019

Iran raises gasoline prices for the first time since deadly 2019 protests
Economy

This holiday season isn't very merry for consumers, an AP-NORC poll finds

A new AP-NORC poll finds this holiday season isn’t quite so merry for American shoppers as large shares of them are dipping into savings, scouring for bargains and feeling like the overall economy is stuck in a rut under President Donald Trump

This holiday season isn't very merry for consumers, an AP-NORC poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher this week, though it remains relatively near its low point so far this year

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks up to 6.22%, but remains close to its low for the year
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries

At a nighttime event in Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump tried to emphasize his focus on combating inflation, although the issue couldn't quite command his full attention

Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets

Retailers pull out the stops to neutralize inflation, tariff drag

Retailers are trying various strategies to counter the drag from inflation and tariffs,

Retailers pull out the stops to neutralize inflation, tariff drag
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Why car prices won’t stop rising

Why car prices won’t stop rising

Why car prices won’t stop rising
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US services little changed in November, but orders slow

The U.S. services sector activity held steady in November, with employment still subdued and prices for inputs elevated, a survey showed on Wednesday.

US services little changed in November, but orders slow
Business|Economy|World

SNB expected to avoid negative rates despite inflation downturn

The Swiss National Bank will stick to its 0% interest policy next week and well into 2026 rather than opting for negative rates, economists said on Wednesday,

SNB expected to avoid negative rates despite inflation downturn
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Inflation is catfishing you about the economy

Black Friday spending was strong, but the numbers don’t tell the full story. CNN’s David Goldman explains how inflation can make the US economy seem healthier than it actually is.

Inflation is catfishing you about the economy
Africa|Business|Economy|World

South Africa's private sector activity contracts for second month in November, PMI shows

South Africa's private sector activity contracted for the second consecutive month in November driven by sustained falls in output and new business volumes, an S&P

South Africa's private sector activity contracts for second month in November, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets|Technology|US

K-shaped economy and inflation boost Black Friday sales by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%

K-shaped economy and inflation boost Black Friday sales by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%

K-shaped economy and inflation boost Black Friday sales by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%
Business|Economy|World

RBNZ's first female governor takes reins after tumultuous period

The first job for the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's new chief as she starts work on Monday is to make the central bank boring again, following a

RBNZ's first female governor takes reins after tumultuous period
Business|Economy|World

Sharpie maker Newell Brands to cut 900 jobs, take up to $90 million charges

Newell Brands will cut 900 jobs, or 3.8% of its global workforce, and take up to $90 million in restructuring charges, the Sharpie maker said on Monday.

Sharpie maker Newell Brands to cut 900 jobs, take up to $90 million charges
Business|Economy|Technology|US|World

You’re paying more for less this shopping season. Now there’s proof

You’re paying more for less this shopping season. Now there’s proof

You’re paying more for less this shopping season. Now there’s proof
Business|Economy|Europe

Euro zone inflation practically at target, ECB's Nagel says

Inflation in the euro zone is practically at the European Central Bank's 2% target and will fluctuate around it despite a tariff-induced price rise in the United States,

Euro zone inflation practically at target, ECB's Nagel says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500 notches weekly, monthly gains; Treasury yields advance

U.S. stocks ended higher in a truncated, post-holiday session on Friday that was complicated by an outage at an exchange operator as investors closed the book on a

S&P 500 notches weekly, monthly gains; Treasury yields advance
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|World

German inflation rises more than expected; labour market, retail sales weak

German inflation accelerated more than expected in November, reaching the highest level since February, while the number of people out of work rose and retail sales

German inflation rises more than expected; labour market, retail sales weak
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Japan finalises $117 billion extra budget to fund stimulus, mostly via debt

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government on Friday finalised a $117 billion supplementary budget for this financial year to fund a massive stimulus

Japan finalises $117 billion extra budget to fund stimulus, mostly via debt
Business|Economy|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology

Black Friday consumers go online, rather than stand in line

Bargain-hunting Americans clicked their way through Thanksgiving, spending $8.6 billion online so far on Black Friday,

Black Friday consumers go online, rather than stand in line
Business|Economy|World

New Zealand central bank says economic recovery picking up

Early indicators suggest the economy had been expanding during the second half of this year and demand had stabilised, Reserve Bank of New Zealand

New Zealand central bank says economic recovery picking up