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US inflation picked up as gas prices marched higher due to conflict in the Middle East

US inflation held at 3.4% in August from a year earlier, while monthly consumer prices accelerated 0.4% as renewed Middle East fighting pushed up gasoline costs. Core inflation eased to 2.4% annually but rose 0.3% monthly, adding uncertainty over whether the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates next week.

The Economic Times

Osama bin Laden shook the world on 9/11. Today it is clear how his wider plans failed

The al-Qaida leader envisaged an economically battered US withdrawing from the Middle East – and a global Muslim uprising. Then the tide turned, says Jason Burke, the Guardian’s international security correspondent

The Guardian - UK

BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi as wars and rivalries strain the expanded bloc

BRICS leaders are meeting in New Delhi this weekend as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and U.S.-China tensions test the group's unity

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Putin arrives in India for BRICS summit set to be dominated by Middle East, Ukraine wars

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Friday for a two-day BRICS summit expected to focus on wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and economic challenges. Putin and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian are due to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while China’s Xi Jinping is also expected…

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Crude Oil Prices Soar on Fears US-Iran War to Persist

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) is up +5.67 (+5.90%) on Wednesday, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) is up +0.1572 (+4.90%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are sharply higher today, with crude oil posting a 3.5-month high and gasoline posting a 2-week high. Crude prices are soaring today amid...

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India hosts BRICS summit as Iran war tests bloc unity

India hosts the BRICS Leaders' Summit this weekend seeking to boost its global profile. The summit faces challenges due to the Iran-UAE conflict, which has divided members. Leaders will attempt to find common ground on the Middle East crisis for a joint declaration. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President…

The Economic Times

'We worry now': Oil tops $100, diesel hits record highs amid Iran war escalation

Benchmarks for crude oil and diesel hit warning thresholds as the war in the Middle East escalates.

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Crude Oil Prices Surge as No End in Sight to US-Iran Conflict

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) closed up +3.02 (+3.25%) on Wednesday, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) closed down -0.0419 (-1.29%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Wednesday, with crude oil climbing to a 3.25-month high. Crude prices are soaring amid concerns that escalating attacks across the...

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Crude Oil Prices Soar on Escalation of Middle East Hostilities

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) is up +3.46 (+3.72%) on Tuesday, and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) is down -0.0419 (-1.29%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are mixed today, with crude oil climbing to a 3.25-month high. Crude prices are soaring amid concerns that escalating attacks across the Middle...

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Oil rises past $100 a barrel after the latest wave of Middle East attacks

The price of oil has surpassed $100 a barrel for the first time in almost six weeks after attacks on oil facilities and ships in the Middle East threatened to debilitate an already weakened supply chain

The Independent UK

Oil prices surpass 100 dollars a barrel after US strikes on Iranian tankers

Traders in the financial markets reacted to tensions flaring up in the Middle East.

Evening Standard

Oil hits $100 for first time since July as chaos continues in Strait of Hormuz

Tensions have renewed in the Middle East after Houthi forces struck several Saudi cities

The Independent UK

Aussie shares wobble, oil price keeps traders on edge

Geopolitical risks and a soft local economic outlook continue to weigh heavily on investor sentiment, particularly on banks and retail stocks.

AAP

Yen stands tall as dollar wobbles, oil's run towards $100 chills sentiment

The Japanese yen marked a significant climb on Wednesday, nearing its highest level since February as oil prices soared toward $100 per barrel due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. This development has made the U.S. dollar vulnerable against key currencies. Market participants are keenly awaiting U.S. inflation data…

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Iran claims ‘punitive strike’ damaged US air base in Jordan as Middle East tensions escalate - top developments

The Middle East remains on edge on Wednesday as the United States and Iran trade fresh attacks overnight strikes. The US launched strikes on Iranian targets, describing them as a response to Tehran’s attempt to target a US warship with ballistic missiles, and Iran hit back by attacking 20 vessels,…

International Business Times

Attacks Against Energy Infrastructure In The Middle East Continued. Stocks Declined.

Elsewhere, a new survey showed that almost a third of Americans expect their financial situation to get worse next year.

The Guardian - UK

I believe in a two-state solution in the Middle East. That’s why we’re taking action to keep that hope alive

Our sanctions aren’t about the Israeli people, but about the unacceptable policies of the Israeli government, and the suffering they cause Palestinians, says the UK prime minister Andy Burnham

The Independent UK

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have become an increasingly disruptive force in the Mideast

Yemen's Houthi rebels have become an increasingly disruptive force in the Middle East in recent years

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The U.S. And Iran Keep Fighting To Transport Crude In The Middle East. Maritime Authorities Are Sounding The Alarm.

The Consultative Shipping Group (CSG) said "parallel systems" are emerging and threaten to create a two-tier system in international shipping.

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The Pentagon has 50,000 troops still stationed across the Middle East. Officials are now reportedly considering cuts to U.S. forces in the region

Presidents have tried to pivot away from the Middle East for 25 years

The Economic Times

Prime Group to invest Rs 1,500 crore in Bihar’s real estate over the next four quarters

Prime Group is set to invest a remarkable Rs 1,500 crore into Bihar's real estate market. This funding will support the creation of residential and mixed-use spaces, focusing on a development pipeline of five million square feet. The company is dedicated to expanding its presence in Bihar within the coming…

The Economic Times

Oil Price Today (September 8): Crude oil at $97 as simmering tensions raise supply worries. Experts weigh in

Oil prices soared on Tuesday due to escalating fears surrounding conflicts in the Middle East. Iran's threats of retaliation have raised alarms over potential disruptions in crude supplies. With projections indicating substantial price hikes if the Strait of Hormuz sees blockages, JPMorgan predicts increased Brent prices, while Goldman Sachs alerts…

The Economic Times

Oil rises as risks of prolonged Mideast conflict heighten supply worries

Oil prices surged on Tuesday as tensions in the Middle East escalated. Iran's warnings of potential retaliation fueled concerns over supply disruptions, impacting global oil shipments. Experts anticipate limited supply from the Persian Gulf continuing through late 2026. In light of these ongoing interruptions, Goldman Sachs has revised its oil…

Euronews

Turkey lifts inflation forecast to 28.4% as Middle East conflict pushes outlook higher

Turkey lifts its inflation outlook as the Middle East conflict weighs on the country's economic projections.

The Economic Times

Turkey lifts year-end inflation forecast to 28.4 percent

In a notable revision, Turkey has elevated its inflation forecast for the end of 2026 to 28.4 percent, a figure that surpasses last year's estimates. The adjustment has been attributed to the repercussions of the Middle East war. While inflation is expected to taper off to nine percent by 2029,…

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