Rates could rise more this year than the Fed has predicted, global forecasting group says – what that means for your money

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Consumers continue to feel the effects of inflation on their finances. In February, the Consumer Price Index, which tracks the cost of consumer goods and services, showed a rise of 2.4% over the past 12 months. And according to another world policy organization, the US war with Iran and its effects on the price of … Read more

Iran’s currency is rising even further as consumer prices rise

The Iranian military uses schools and public spaces during the US-Israel conflict

The 33-page document shared with Iran International by the hacktivist group Edalat-e Ali (Justice of Ali) is marked “top secret” and named. Guidelines for Identifying, Monitoring, and Using Standards. This document is linked to the Special Intelligence Documentation Center and Deputy Operations of the IRGC missile command. Missile operation plan What emerges from this order … Read more

European markets open lower as oil prices rise

What could oil above $100 mean for food prices in Europe?

Printed on 30/03/2026 – 7:07 GMT+2•Updated 10:00 European markets opened lower on Monday as investor sentiment remained cautious amid rising oil prices and political tensions in the Middle East. ADVERTISING ADVERTISING At the time of writing, Germany’s DAX was down about 0.41%, the FTSE 100 was down very slightly, by 0.1%, and France’s CAC 40 … Read more

Warning food prices are set to rise in the UK due to the Iran war

Urea is more than twice as expensive

This year, the most important commodity in agriculture is not sunshine or rain, it is fertilizer. According to some estimates, nearly half of the world’s crop and livestock production depends on the incredible mix of minerals and chemicals that make up artificial fertilizers. But the Iran the war raises prices and suppresses the availability of … Read more

‘Expect very high grocery prices,’ farmer warns as diesel costs rise

'Expect very high grocery prices,' farmer warns as diesel costs rise

Family farmer Darryn Shrosbree says the war is affecting the price of diesel and the nutrients used to make fertiliser. Farmers around the world are feeling the pain of the Iran war. Gas prices have risen and fertilizer supplies are dwindling due to Tehran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for US and … Read more

Consumer Confidence Continues to Fall as Gas Prices Rise

Gas prices are displayed at a Mobile Gas station on March 17, 2026

Shoppers on their way to the mall are paying more attention to prices at the gas station – and they don’t like what they see. Consumer confidence in March fell 6 percent from the previous month, falling back to levels last seen in December, according to the closely watched University of Michigan Consumer Survey. Joanne … Read more

Even wealthy Americans are struggling economically as gas prices rise and stocks fall | CNN Business

Job seekers attend a job fair held at Amerant Bank Stadium in Sunrise, Florida, on September 25, 2025.

Washington – Americans are growing pessimistic about the U.S. economy as the Iran war continues to shake out, with sentiment falling across all income groups — including the wealthiest. Consumer sentiment fell 6% this month to a final reading of 53.3, the University of Michigan said Friday, down from what was reported earlier this month, … Read more

Even wealthy Americans are struggling economically as gas prices rise and stocks fall | CNN Business

Job seekers attend a job fair held at Amerant Bank Stadium in Sunrise, Florida, on September 25, 2025.

Washington – Americans are growing pessimistic about the U.S. economy as the Iran war continues to shake out, with sentiment falling across all income groups — including the wealthiest. Consumer sentiment fell 6% this month to a final reading of 53.3, the University of Michigan said Friday, down from what was reported earlier this month, … Read more

The Iran conflict is destroying the economy, but experts are predicting a rise in defense spending – Breaking Defense

The Iran conflict is destroying the economy, but experts are predicting a rise in defense spending - Breaking Defense

BEIRUT – Amid the conflict in Iran, oil production facilities and shipping lanes – namely the Strait of Hormuz – have been targeted, disrupting the local and global economy. Imports such as natural gas from Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, as well as oil from Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have experienced … Read more

Amid LPG Shortage in India, Black Market Prices Rise to Rs 500 Kg

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India has a major disruption in the supply and prices of petroleum gas (LPG) due to ongoing conflicts in West Asia. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on the region’s energy infrastructure have led to a reduction in imports, an increase in commodity prices, and challenges to the functioning of industries and … Read more