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IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast as Iran War Sends Energy Prices Higher international_monetaqry_fund_imf_264354562354

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IMF Cuts Global Growth Forecast as Iran War Sends Energy Prices Higher

Laffert April 14, 2026

The IMF has lowered its 2026 global growth outlook to 3.1% amid rising energy prices caused by...

China Strengthens Influence Over North Korea as Trade, Infrastructure, and Diplomacy Reconnect the Two Nations china_economy_investments_finance_asia_426456523

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China Strengthens Influence Over North Korea as Trade, Infrastructure, and Diplomacy Reconnect the Two Nations

Laffert March 12, 2026

China is rebuilding economic and political ties with North Korea through trade expansion and new border infrastructure,...

Global Markets on Edge as Iran Conflict Disrupts Oil Supply Through the Strait of Hormuz Global-Market_forex_stocks_economy_4634534234

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Global Markets on Edge as Iran Conflict Disrupts Oil Supply Through the Strait of Hormuz

Laffert March 7, 2026

Global markets face turbulence after the Iran conflict disrupted oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Asian...

Nike’s Next Three Years: Can the Sportswear Giant Rebound? Nike-54363432

Nike’s Next Three Years: Can the Sportswear Giant Rebound?

Laffert March 2, 2026

Nike’s shares have struggled recently, but a major turnaround strategy could reshape its future. Explore Nike’s brand...

US–Iran Conflict Shockwaves: How Rising Tensions Could Reshape Global Markets usa_iran_war_influence_on_the_markets_4625343

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US–Iran Conflict Shockwaves: How Rising Tensions Could Reshape Global Markets

Laffert February 28, 2026

U.S. and Israel strikes on Iran heighten geopolitical risk, driving oil price volatility, currency swings, safe-haven demand,...