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US Home Builder Sentiment Drops to Seven-Month Low in April

NAHB survey cites higher prices, mortgage rates, and economic uncertainty due to Iran war

Europe Fears 'Stagflation' Amid Strait of Hormuz Slowdown

Officials warn of economic crisis if conflict disrupts global trade through key shipping chokepoint

Middle East War Damages $58 Billion in Energy Infrastructure

Rystad Energy estimates extensive damage to oil, gas, and LNG facilities across the region.

Asian Shares Rise After Wall Street Rally on Lower Oil Prices

Optimism over potential US-Iran talks helps ease energy costs, boosting global markets

Asian Markets Rally on Iran Diplomacy Hopes

Nikkei 225 jumps near record as investors eye potential US-Iran talks in Pakistan

IMF Warns of Weakening Global Growth Outlook

Chief economist says world may be drifting toward IMF's more pessimistic 2.5% forecast for 2026

Consumer Sentiment Plunges Despite Economic Growth

Americans feel the economy is in recession even as GDP rises and unemployment holds steady

Retail Sales Boosted by Tax Refunds in March

Inflation and gas prices couldn't stop consumers from spending, according to new data.

IMF Warns Middle East War Driving Up Financial Stability Risks

Inflationary pressures from the conflict could tighten funding markets and strain non-banks, private credit, and AI borrowers.

Oil Prices Slip and Stocks Gain as Investors Eye Possible Path to Peace

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran raise hopes of a deal to suspend nuclear activity and ease tensions.

China's Exports Grew 2.5% in March

Slowdown comes amid uncertainties from Iran war's impact on energy prices and global demand

Oil Prices Fall as U.S. Blockades Iranian Ports

Vice President Vance says next steps depend on Iran after failed peace talks

China Rare Earth Stocks Rise on Higher Second-Quarter Product Prices

Shares of Chinese rare earth producers surge after companies report 45% price increase for rare earth concentrate.

Middle East Tensions Fuel Surge in Oil Prices as Trump's Iran Deadline Looms

Attacks on energy infrastructure across the region raise concerns about supply stability and global economic impact