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Trump threatens to fire Fed chairman
The threat has fuelled concerns about central bank independence in the United States.
IMF warns conflict could tip global economy into recession
The IMF says global growth could fall next year
Trump’s shipping blockade, the Philippines’ tax breaks, and Hungary’s political shakeup
What impact will the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz have on global energy prices?
Why is the world watching Hungary’s general election?
Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán faces a historic election amid economic challenges.
Is the ceasefire in the Gulf too late to stop food prices rising?
The conflict pushes up the cost of fertiliser, a key ingredient in global food production
Shipping companies still reluctant to pass through Strait of Hormuz
A shipping company says, "We won’t leave the Persian Gulf due to the safety of our crews"
Trump's Hormuz deadline looms
He says 'a whole civilisation will die tonight' in Iran without a Strait of Hormuz deal
Trump gives Iran threatening deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has given Iran a deadline of tomorrow to make a deal
Is the Strait of Hormuz opening up again?
Companies are starting to send vessels back through one of the world’s busiest routes.
SpaceX eyes take off with over $1 trillion valuation
Could Space X become one of the world’s most valuable companies?