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Iran's War Raises Risks of U.S. Economic Recession and Pressures Expectations
SadaNews - Wall Street is lowering its expectations for the U.S. economy this year, while raising its estimates for inflation and unemployment and increasing the likelihood of a recession, as the repercussions of the war with Iran begin to materialize.
Goldman Sachs stated that the risk of an econo...
57% of Total Foreign Asset Balances in the Palestinian Economy are Currency and Deposits
SadaNews - $10,720 million net balance of international investment position at the end of the fourth quarter of 2025
The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics and the Palestinian Monetary Authority have issued preliminary results on the international investment position and external debt of Pale...
Oil Prices Near $104 as Strait of Hormuz Dilemma Persists
SadaNews - Oil prices rose as conflicting statements emerged from the United States and Iran regarding efforts to end the war that has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and a significant reduction in oil production, raising fears of a global energy crisis.
The price of Brent crude exceeded...
Gold Stabilizes Amid Conflicting Positions from Washington and Tehran on Ending the War
SadaNews - The price of gold stabilized after a slight recovery that lasted two days, as traders assessed the conflicting statements issued by the United States and Iran regarding negotiations to end the war in the Middle East.
The price of the precious metal stabilized near $4,500 an ounce after r...
Strait of Hormuz.. Iran Allows Passage for "Friendly Countries" and Bahrain Calls to Prote...
SadaNews - The Strait of Hormuz is witnessing a rapid transformation from an open corridor to a selective transit channel, where Iran imposes security and commercial conditions on ships, amid increasing international efforts to ensure the freedom of navigation, in light of widespread disruptions to...
Record Gains for Middle Eastern Funds from Chinese Artificial Intelligence Companies
SadaNews - Middle Eastern funds have achieved exceptional gains from their investments in newly listed Chinese artificial intelligence companies, challenging a broader sell-off in global stock markets caused by the ongoing conflict in the Gulf.
The $65 million investment by the "Abu Dhabi Investmen...
Repercussions of the Iran War: Fuel Shortage Hits Hundreds of Stations in Australia
SadaNews - Hundreds of fuel stations across Australia have reported a fuel shortage, as the war in the Middle East disrupts global supplies.
Energy Minister Chris Bowen stated in parliament on Tuesday that at least 600 retail locations across the country have run out of at least one type of fuel. T...
Global Stocks Rise Amid Bet on Diplomatic Path for Iran War
SadaNews - Global stocks rose and oil prices fell, as diplomatic efforts from Washington bolstered cautious optimism about the potential easing of the conflict in the Middle East, calming fears of a prolonged disruption in supply.
The price of Brent crude fell by 4% to $100.30 a barrel, while a reg...
Oil Falls 7% Amid Cautious Market Watch as Hopes for War End Rise
SadaNews - Oil prices fell as indications suggested that the U.S. diplomatic push to end the war with Iran could gain momentum, outweighing reports of additional troops being sent to the region, and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz for the most part.
Brent crude dropped by as much as...
Gold Continues Its Gains Amid Hopes for Talks to End Iran War
SadaNews - Gold extended its gains after reports indicated that the United States is seeking a diplomatic path to end the war in the Middle East, bringing an end to a nine-day series of losses for the precious metal.
Gold rose by up to 2.8% to return above the $4,600 per ounce level, adding to gain...
Oil prices rise after sharp decline amid escalation fears in Iran war
SadaNews - Oil prices resumed their rise after a sharp decline on Monday, supported by fears of other countries being drawn into the war in the Middle East.
The price of the "Brent" blend neared the level of $103 per barrel, after dropping by 11% on Monday following President Donald Trump's postpon...
