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Editorial Staff 10 days ago

From falling U.S. wealth to Indian factory closures, oil shock raises global recession risk

Strategic angle: Oil price fluctuations threaten economic stability worldwide.

Editorial Staff 10 days ago

Peter Schiff says an economic reckoning is nigh, 2008 will look like a ‘Sunday school picnic.’ Protect your nest egg now

Strategic angle: Peter Schiff warns of an impending economic crisis, urging individuals to safeguard their investments.

Editorial Staff 10 days ago

Tyler Cowen: Why Oil Price Spikes Could Spark a Global Recession

Strategic angle: An analysis of the potential economic impacts of rising oil prices.

Editorial Staff 11 days ago

Oil price spike creates industry double whammy

Strategic angle: The recent surge in oil prices is impacting various sectors, leading to significant challenges for the industry.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: A Good Year for Mining

Strategic angle: An overview of the positive trends in the mining sector.

Editorial Staff 13 days ago

Briefing: Top 50 mining companies power through Iran war – up $250 billion in 2026

Strategic angle: Mining companies show resilience amid geopolitical tensions, projecting significant growth.

Tech

Briefing: Gold overtakes U.S. Treasuries as the largest foreign reserve asset

Strategic angle: In a significant shift, gold has surpassed U.S. Treasuries as the world's largest foreign reserve asset, raising questions about the future of the U.S. dollar.

Briefing: Take the Money and Run – Amidst Oil Price Windfalls, U.S. Oil Majors Continue to Pay Less Tax at Home than Abroad

Strategic angle: The FACT Coalition highlights the tax disparities faced by U.S. oil companies amidst rising oil prices.

Briefing: The March jobs report isn’t as good as it looks. Here are the bad parts.

Strategic angle: A closer examination reveals concerning trends in the latest employment data.

Briefing: REalloys & U.S. Critical Materials Partner on Montana Rare Earths for Defense Stockpiles

Strategic angle: A strategic partnership aimed at enhancing defense stockpiles through Montana's rare earth materials.

Editorial Staff 15 days ago

Briefing: From the Gem State to National Security: Why Mining Matters Now

Strategic angle: Exploring the critical role of mining in national security and economic stability.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: Newsom Promised California a Lithium Bonanza. It Still Hasn’t Arrived.

Strategic angle: Despite promises of a lithium boom, California's anticipated benefits remain elusive.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: US manufacturing sector grows in March; supplier delivery performance deteriorates

Strategic angle: The US manufacturing sector shows growth in March, despite challenges in supplier delivery performance.

Editorial Staff 16 days ago

Briefing: St Louis Fed's Musalem cautions about looking through oil price shock

Strategic angle: Musalem warns against underestimating the impact of rising oil prices on the economy.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: How young people are navigating a tough and rapidly changing job market

Strategic angle: Finding a job is hard right now, especially for young people starting their careers.

Editorial Staff 19 days ago

Briefing: Five things to know about rare earth elements

Strategic angle: Understanding the significance of rare earth elements in today's economy.

Editorial Staff 20 days ago

Briefing: Soaring gas prices and supply chain disruptions drive up costs across the economy

Strategic angle: Rising fuel costs and logistical challenges are impacting various sectors.

Editorial Staff 22 days ago

Briefing: Cascade mayor, economic development leader disagree on crypto mining facility's impact

Strategic angle: A clash of opinions arises over the effects of a proposed crypto mining facility in Cascade.

Editorial Staff Updated 23 days ago

EU and Australia strike free trade deal after years of talks

Ursula von der Leyen and Anthony Albanese announced a compromise in Canberra aimed at boosting exports and strengthening economic ties amid global trade uncertainty.

Editorial Staff 23 days ago

Briefing: Japan shifts focus to oil in unorthodox scramble to talk up yen

Strategic angle: Japan's new strategy aims to stabilize the yen by leveraging oil markets.

Editorial Staff Updated 24 days ago

BlackRock’s Larry Fink warns against market timing, says missing best days can halve returns

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink emphasizes the importance of staying invested during market turmoil to maximize returns.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: Trump administration plans to proceed with mining project that faced religious liberty challenge

Strategic angle: The Trump administration is moving forward with a controversial mining project despite challenges related to religious liberty.

Editorial Staff 24 days ago

Briefing: French economic growth undercut by war in Iran, national statistics office says

Strategic angle: The French economy will grow by only 0.2% in the first half of the year instead of the 0.3% forecast, according to Insee.

Editorial Staff Updated 24 days ago

US ambassador says failing to implement EU-US trade deal 'economic malpractice'

Concerns raised over the economic implications of not advancing the trade agreement.

Editorial Staff Updated 25 days ago

EU speeds up free trade with Mercosur treaty and new Australia agreement

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlights a 'trade trilogy' to enhance EU's global exchanges.

Editorial Staff 25 days ago

Briefing: Japan core inflation in February misses estimates, headline CPI eases for a fourth straight month

Strategic angle: The consumer price index fell to 1.3% last month, its lowest level since March 2022 and below the central bank's 2% target.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Europe's response to the relentless surge in energy and fuel costs from the war in Iran

Strategic angle: Brent crude topped €100 a barrel after the Strait of Hormuz was closed, prompting varied responses across Europe.

Editorial Staff 26 days ago

Briefing: Retirement dreams turned into raising kids again

Strategic angle: A shift in life plans as retirees find themselves raising grandchildren.

Briefing: Oil price spikes throughout history: 'Everything just cost more'

Strategic angle: A look at the historical fluctuations in oil prices and their impact on the economy.

The fallout from oil's surge is spreading as forecasts for crude keep rising

Oil prices continue to climb, impacting global markets and economies.

Briefing: Americans are about to get a crash course in the global economy: Higher prices are coming for pineapples, plastic, chocolate and berries

Strategic angle: MarketWatch reports on the impending price increases affecting various consumer goods.

Tech

Briefing: We’re at risk of a two-tier AI economy if we don’t bridge the AI gender gap, expert says

Strategic angle: Expert warns that failing to address the gender gap in AI could lead to economic disparities.

Editorial Staff 28 days ago

Briefing: 5 things to know about rare earth elements

Strategic angle: Insights from the University of Wisconsin–Madison on rare earth elements.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Granite Mining Project Sparks Local Debate

Strategic angle: A contentious granite mining project is igniting discussions among local residents and stakeholders.

Editorial Staff 29 days ago

Briefing: Gasoline prices hit highest level since March 2022 as oil tops $100

Strategic angle: Gasoline prices have surged, reaching levels not seen since March 2022, driven by rising oil prices.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: Hindering Economic Prosperity? Vietnam’s Illegal Sand Mining Industry

Strategic angle: An analysis of the impact of illegal sand mining on Vietnam's economy.

Editorial Staff 30 days ago

Briefing: North Dakota revenues on track, but face uncertainty due to oil price volatility

Strategic angle: North Dakota's financial outlook remains positive, yet oil price fluctuations pose significant risks.

Life

Briefing: Dallas-Fort Worth has untapped innovation potential, study says

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that the Dallas-Fort Worth area possesses the necessary elements to become a national innovation leader but is not fully leveraging its capabilities.

Briefing: Moody’s warns of recession risk with high oil prices

Strategic angle: Moody’s indicates that sustained elevated oil prices could lead to an unavoidable recession.

Travel

Briefing: 200,000 Immigrant Truck Drivers Are Officially Losing Their CDLs Which Will Almost Certainly Make Everything Even More Expensive

Strategic angle: The loss of CDLs for immigrant truck drivers is set to exacerbate rising costs in the transportation sector.

Briefing: ‘War is expensive’: As bombs pummel Lebanon, an ancient souk falls silent

Strategic angle: Israel's devastating war with Hezbollah has compounded the suffering of ordinary Lebanese who were already grappling with an economy on the brink of collapse.

Briefing: Africa: What oil producers can do to counter price shocks

Strategic angle: Experts discuss how African oil-producing countries like Nigeria and Angola can respond to global shortages amid geopolitical tensions.

Governor Lombardo Tours Thacker Pass Lithium Project

Governor Lombardo visits the Thacker Pass lithium project to discuss its significance for Nevada's economy.

Briefing: Here’s What $100 Barrel Oil Prices Will Keep Doing To You

Strategic angle: Exploring the impact of rising oil prices on consumers and the economy.

Briefing: Japan to release oil stocks as US says buy American

Strategic angle: Japan plans to release oil stocks in response to US calls for increased domestic purchases.

Briefing: It's not just oil. Here comes Hormuz inflation.

Strategic angle: A deep dive into the economic implications of rising inflation in the Hormuz region.

Briefing: America Depends Less on Oil Than Ever

Strategic angle: A new report highlights the decreasing reliance of the U.S. on oil resources.

Iran targets ships, Dubai airport and oil facilities as economic concerns mount

Iran escalates tensions by targeting key maritime and economic infrastructures amid rising economic worries.

Briefing: If oil price shocks weren’t bad enough, Trump’s war could have other unintended consequences

Strategic angle: Exploring the potential ramifications of geopolitical tensions on oil prices and the economy.

How oil price hikes threaten Germany's economy

Concerns rise over the impact of escalating oil prices on Germany's economic recovery amidst geopolitical tensions.

Crude oil prices spike above $115 a barrel as the Iran war impedes production and shipping

The ongoing conflict in Iran has led to a significant increase in crude oil prices, surpassing $115 per barrel.

Top news of the day | March 9, 2026 - Morning

Follow the latest developments from Europe and around the world for March 9, 2026.

Briefing: Russia steps up drone attacks on Ukraine's railways

Strategic angle: Russia has been targeting Ukraine's railways in an effort to disrupt the country's economy and supply lines.

Briefing: Why historic oil reserves release may do little to bring down rising prices

Strategic angle: An analysis of the impact of releasing historic oil reserves on current market prices.

Briefing: How high could Europe's inflation go if the Iran war continues?

Strategic angle: Economists warn that ongoing conflict may lead to soaring inflation rates in the eurozone.

Kharg Island: Iran’s oil lifeline that Trump has left untouched

How US deals with crucial export hub could shed light on its longer-term strategy towards Iran

Briefing: 'Unpredictability and instability' the biggest dangers to economy, says Estonian finance minister

Strategic angle: Estonian Minister Jürgen Ligi highlights economic challenges faced by the EU amid global tensions.

Briefing: China exports sharply beat expectations as trade surplus in the first two months surges to highest on record

Strategic angle: China's trade data reveals a record surplus, surpassing forecasts and highlighting economic resilience.

Briefing: China January-February rare earth exports up 23% on-year, customs data shows

Strategic angle: Customs data reveals a significant increase in China's rare earth exports for the first two months of the year.

Briefing: K-shaped economy puts pressure on women, as lower pay and higher costs reduce spending

Strategic angle: Women are facing increased financial strain due to lower wages and rising costs, contributing to a widening K-shaped economy.

Briefing: Oil Prices Spike Over $110 a Barrel, Highest Since Pandemic

Strategic angle: The New York Times reports on the surge in oil prices, reaching levels not seen since the pandemic.

Surging Oil Prices Tank Stocks in Asia

Rising oil prices have led to a significant decline in stock markets across Asia.

Strategic view: How oil price shocks ripple through your wallet, from gas to groceries

Strategic implications in focus: Understanding the impact of oil price fluctuations on everyday expenses.