7+ hour, 33+ min ago  (305+ words) The US economy grew at an annualised rate of 2. 0% in Q1 2026, slightly below industry expectations. The economy was buoyed by investment growth, which has picked up compared to Q4, even in the face of headwinds from the war in Iran. Personal consumption…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (800+ words) The Bank of England has opted to hold interest rates at 3. 75%, signalling a cautious stance as policymakers weigh the economic fallout from escalating instability in the Middle East. The Monetary Policy Committee voted eight to one in favour of maintaining…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (390+ words) The euro was broadly stable as investors assessed the latest geopolitical developments in the Middle East, with caution limiting directional conviction. However, the currency could come under pressure if tensions continue to reinforce demand for the dollar. At the same…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (315+ words) The eurozone economy grew by 0. 1% quarter-on-quarter in Q1 2026, a slight deceleration from the 0. 2% recorded in the previous quarter. Among the major economies, Spain remained one of the strongest performers, expanding by 0. 6%, while Germany's growth edged up to 0. 3%. As with the global…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (628+ words) Global financial markets were jolted on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East drove a sharp rally in oil prices and triggered a broad sell-off in equities, amid fears of a prolonged energy shock. Brent Crude surged higher after…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago  (391+ words) The dollar index edged slightly higher on Tuesday as concerns about the lack of progress in the diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran reinforced safe-haven demand. While negotiations remain ongoing, reports that President Donald Trump is dissatisfied with Iran's…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (559+ words) UK inflation has climbed to its highest level since December after a sharp rise in petrol and diesel costs driven by the Middle East conflict, according to official figures. Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed Consumer Prices…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (802+ words) The Bank of England is being urged to keep UK interest rates on hold this month after UK inflation jumped to 3. 3% in March, with the Iran war sparking a sharp increase in fuel prices. The CEO of de Vere Group,…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (532+ words) In an era of persistent inflation, market volatility and growing unease around currencies, gold is back on the radar for business leaders and investors. Data from The Royal Mint shows gold bullion purchases rose by 142% in 2025 compared to 2024, highlighting a…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (345+ words) Oil prices rebounded on Monday, reversing the previous session's losses as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East increased once again. The rebound followed rising concerns that the Strait of Hormuz could remain disrupted for a longer period and that diplomatic…...