The price of Brent crude oil is on track for its biggest monthly gain recorded in March after the Iran conflict sent markets into turmoil. Brent crude, the international benchmark, has risen 51% since the start of March, LSEG data show, hitting a monthly record of 46% in September 1990 after Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait, … Read more
Since President Donald Trump declared “Independence Day” last April, investors have been concerned about his tariff plans – they believe that higher tariffs will fuel inflation, disrupt supply chains, and lower corporate profits. These concerns are understandable. Tariffs raise the cost of importing raw materials, which invites retaliation from trading partners — a risk to … Read more
Richard Donnell The UK housing market is maintaining a steady sales performance despite uncertainty over events in the Middle East, Zoopla’s latest House Price Index shows. The higher mortgage rates associated with these conflicts affect consumer demand. As transactions continue, the market is increasingly dependent on a small group of willing buyers, as some families … Read more
Weekly Examiner, March 30, 2026 Last week loss indicates a weak market condition that is increasing as major pressures begin to build. Although investors are focused on the price from high energy prices, the biggest risk is the impact of global growth if prices remain high. There are already early signs that high energy costs … Read more
This year, the most important commodity in agriculture is not sunshine or rain, it is fertilizer. According to some estimates, nearly half of the world’s crop and livestock production depends on the incredible mix of minerals and chemicals that make up artificial fertilizers. But the Iran the war raises prices and suppresses the availability of … Read more
1 in 2 US dollar notes are seen in this illustration taken March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration [1/2]US dollar bills are seen in this illustration taken on March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration Purchase Licensing. Rightsopens a new tab The US Treasury Department plans to meet with insurance regulators, seeking information on benefits, funding The talks … Read more
When cannons roar and nations fight each other, this causes great damage. The impact goes far beyond the war zones, reaching deep into the financial markets. Contrary to conventional wisdom, war does not always lead to chaos or collapse. History shows that markets can fall into volatility, remain stable, or eventually recover after a period … Read more
TThe cities that are the bulwark of China’s energy security, in times of global crisis, can appear deceptively quiet. Oil trucks ply the open roads with little traffic, while a few quaint shops in dilapidated buildings give a hint of a long-forgotten local vibe. The ramshackle noodle shop serving hand-pulled noodles was empty at lunchtime, … Read more
When you have to approach businesses for funding to continue scientific research, it can feel overwhelming. But business is nothing more than words and common sense, and as a scientist myself, I’ve learned to approach it in a systematic and analytical way. Most researchers who wish to sell their work fail not because of insufficient … Read more
1. For the first time, China has included a comprehensive plan to strengthen household income in its top-level policy framework, which marks a major change as policymakers deal with low consumer spending despite GDP per capita holding above $13,000 for two years. The Urban and Rural Income Development Plan, proposed by the Communist Party in … Read more