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11 stories from Planck Standard. Latest: July 9, 2026.
The International Monetary Fund cut its outlook and lifted its inflation projection to 4.7%, blaming a 25% surge in energy prices since the war began even as it flagged an offsetting boost from artificial intelligence.
Rising energy prices from the Iran conflict are creating ripple effects across the economy, pushing consumer prices to levels not seen since 2023.
Politically emboldened after recent electoral victories, Prime Minister Modi asks India's 1.4 billion people to make sacrifices amid economic fallout from Middle East conflict.
GDP expansion continues at steady pace through first quarter even as Middle East conflict begins affecting fuel costs nationwide.
The airline becomes the latest carrier to lower financial projections as the Iran conflict drives jet fuel prices to multi-year highs.
Despite strong passenger demand and better-than-expected first quarter results, the carrier warns of significant headwinds from energy price volatility.
At an economic event, the president sought to downplay financial hardship from the Iran conflict, claiming 'fake inflation because of fuel and energy prices.'
Fed officials express concern about inflation pressures from Middle East conflict, putting monetary policy changes on hold.
After oscillating between diplomacy and military threats, the president faces growing market resistance to his attempts to calm oil prices through peace overtures.
Markets react negatively to president's comments as optimism fades about potential U.S.-Iran peace talks and ceasefire prospects.
Higher energy prices and uncertainty from Middle East conflict expected to boost inflation and weigh on economic growth, according to new forecast.