Global Economy – Page 3

U.S. Dollar Surges to 40-Year High Against Yen as Central Bank Policies Diverge

Discover why diverging central bank policies are driving the US dollar to historic highs against the yen as inflation pressures reshape global forex markets.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 24, 2026

Business Insights

Global Oil Surges Past $100 as Expanding Middle East Conflict Threatens Vital Maritime Routes

Global crude oil prices breached the critical $100-a-barrel threshold today for the first time since May, driven by escalating fears among energy traders as geopolitical conflict broadens across crucial Middle…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 24, 2026

Market

Dollar Rises as Intensifying Middle East Conflict Sparks Interest Rate Hike Expectations

The surging Middle East conflict is driving up energy prices and fueling rate hike fears, causing the US dollar to rise as investors seek safe havens.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 24, 2026

Business Insights

Trump Administration Replaces Universal Tariff with 10% Duty on 80+ Nations Over Forced Labor Concerns

The Trump administration has replaced its universal tariff with a targeted 10 percent duty on over 80 nations to combat global forced labor.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 24, 2026

Economy

US Tariff Relief Takes Effect for Indian Exports as Temporary Surcharge Expires

US importers and Indian exporters gain immediate relief as a temporary 10 percent US import surcharge expires, lowering trade costs for most goods.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 24, 2026

Business Insights

Trump Administration to Impose 50% Tariff on Canadian Goods, Reigniting Trade War

Discover how the new 50 percent US tariff on Canadian imports threatens North American trade relations and could reignite a major economic conflict.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 21, 2026

Economy

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns Investors of Severe Global Economic Risks

JPMorgan chief Jamie Dimon warns that investors are underestimating severe global risks and advises against buying stocks and US Treasuries now.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 21, 2026

Economy

IMF Lowers 2026 Growth Forecast to 3% but Eases Recession Warnings Over Middle East Conflict

The IMF lowered its 2026 global growth forecast to 3% but eased recession fears by citing strong energy market resilience amid Middle East tensions.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 19, 2026

Economy

IMF Warns of Diminishing Global Buffers Against Strait of Hormuz Oil Disruptions

The IMF warns that global economies are unprepared for oil supply shocks as rising US-Iran tensions threaten the vital Strait of Hormuz trade route.

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 19, 2026

Economy

India and United Kingdom Finalize Historic Free Trade Agreement to Reshape Bilateral Commerce

The governments of India and the United Kingdom have finalized the landmark Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) this week in New Delhi, aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 15, 2026