Russia’s deputy prime minister has said the global economy and energy markets are facing a significant shock, adding a senior government voice to growing concerns about...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Oil Caught Between Geopolitical Risk and Slowing Global Demand
Crude oil prices are facing pressure from two opposing forces: ongoing geopolitical tensions that push prices higher, and signs of a weakening global economy that could...
Earnings optimism holds U.S. stocks steady as Fed outlook and oil prices cloud the picture
U.S. equities have found support from a solid stretch of corporate earnings, even as investors weigh ongoing uncertainty about the Federal Reserve’s next moves and a...
Asian Stocks Stall as Rising Oil Prices Stoke Inflation Concerns
Asian equity markets traded in a narrow range as elevated oil prices renewed concerns about inflation across the region, keeping investors cautious. Stock markets across Asia...