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With Houthi attacks disrupting vital maritime trade routes, how will the escalating tensions in the Middle East impact the global economy?

Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping are raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict and further global economic damage. This comes amidst ongoing

With two ceasefires in place, could this be the moment for historic breakthroughs - or will old tensions resurface?

Two ceasefires are in place across the Middle East involving Iran, Israel, and Lebanon. This presents both a risk and an opportunity- but what could come of it?

Aramco's uncertainty highlights a shift: Is Iran, not the US, now key to reopening global energy markets?

Tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global energy markets, involving Iran, the US, and Saudi Arabia. The ability of one nation to impact shipping routes raises questions about long-term stability - and who truly holds the power.

Walmart warns US shoppers are cutting back - but what does this mean for the economy?

Walmart anticipates slower sales growth as US consumers grapple with rising petrol prices- a consequence of ongoing conflict. The retail giant is closely monitoring the situation, hinting at potential impacts on household budgets.

Despite reports that a deal is close, Trump urges negotiators to take their time - but why the rush?

Donald Trump has told US negotiators not to rush into a deal with Iran, despite reports suggesting an agreement was close. The mooted deal has split Republicans - raising questions about its potential impact.

Zelensky is visiting the UK to sign a new defence pact - but the Middle East conflict looms large...

Volodymyr Zelensky is visiting Keir Starmer in the UK to agree to a new defence partnership. The partnership aims to tackle attack drones - but what other geopolitical factors are at play?

Zelensky urges Trump and Starmer to meet - what could be the implications for global alliances?

Volodymyr Zelensky has called for Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer to meet amidst rising tensions. The Ukrainian President's plea comes as global conflicts threaten to further complicate international relations - but why now?

Despite a ceasefire for Orthodox Easter, both sides are claiming violations - what does this mean for peace?

Ukraine and Russia are trading accusations - each blaming the other for violating a ceasefire meant to observe Orthodox Easter. The claims and counter-claims raise questions about the already-fragile state of peace talks.

A World Bank document shows 27 countries are seeking crisis funds - but what does this mean for the global economy?

An internal World Bank document shows that twenty-seven countries have moved to put in place crisis instruments. The goal is to quickly access funding from existing World Bank programs - but the reason for the urgency remains unclear.

Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran - but what does this mean for the future of peace talks?

President Trump is buying more time for a potential Iran deal after a day of diplomacy. The world is watching to see if the countries are any closer to ending the war - but will this be enough?

Afreximbank unveils a US$10B programme to help Africa and CARICOM cope with Middle East conflict fallout - but how?

Afreximbank is launching a programme aimed at shielding African and CARICOM economies from the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The US$10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) hopes to address economic shocks - but what challenges will it face?

Global institutions are coordinating to address the energy crisis - but what does this mean for Ghana?

The IEA, IMF, and World Bank have announced joint measures amidst the Middle East conflict. These measures aim to help vulnerable countries- but what challenges are they facing?

Discover how ongoing international conflicts could pose significant challenges to Ghana's economic stability, despite its natural resource advantages.

The World Bank has issued a warning regarding the potential impact of prolonged Middle East tensions on Ghana's economy. Despite Ghana's status as

Global financial institutions are raising concerns about the economic impact of war - how will Ghana be affected?

The World Bank, IMF, and IEA are warning about potential economic fallout from the ongoing war in the Middle East. The institutions highlight possible challenges for Ghana and other low-income economies - but what could these be?

Ghana's economic future is being re-evaluated by the World Bank, with new projections suggesting a notable shift in its growth trajectory.

The World Bank has updated its economic outlook for Ghana, revising the country's projected GDP growth rates for the coming years. This adjustment

The IMF warns of hidden risks in global credit markets- could the Middle East war trigger a financial crisis?

The IMF is sounding the alarm about the war in the Middle East and its potential impact on the global economy. The apparent calm in financial markets may be masking vulnerabilities- but what could happen if the war escalates?

The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran could affect the recent improvement in Ghana’s economy - how?

Bank of Ghana Governor Asiama says the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran poses a fresh threat to Ghana’s inflation outlook. The Governor notes that geopolitical uncertainty is pushing up gold prices - but will that be enough?

With new attacks on shipping and stalled peace talks, the ongoing conflict in the region continues to escalate, leaving the world to wonder what

New attacks on shipping have been reported by the U.S. and Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis as Iran war talks face fresh impasses. These incidents occur