Yellen Slams Trump's Rate Cut Push as 'Banana Republic' Move
Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen criticizes Donald Trump's pressure to lower interest rates, warning it risks inflation and echoes policies of unstable economies.
Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen criticizes Donald Trump's pressure to lower interest rates, warning it risks inflation and echoes policies of unstable economies.
The IMF warns that the Iran war is driving up energy and food prices, increasing global debt, and could trigger a recession, with the UK at high risk.
The IMF's latest World Economic Outlook paints a bleak picture of global economic growth, yet remains fixated on wage inflation while ignoring corporate profit-driven price increases. Australia faces significant downgrades amid Middle East conflict.
Reserve Bank of Australia deputy governor Andrew Hauser describes Iran war impact as central bankers' nightmare with inflation soaring and economic activity weakening as confidence crashes.
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RecommendedHSBC executives express concern as Iran conflict dampens business confidence, drives oil-driven inflation, and threatens global growth, with impacts spreading beyond the Middle East.
The International Monetary Fund issues a stark warning that the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could create an unprecedented energy crisis, potentially plunging global growth to just 2% in 2026 and triggering a worldwide recession.
The International Monetary Fund warns that further escalation in the Iran war could trigger a global recession, with the UK facing the sharpest growth downgrade in the G7 and inflation concerns mounting worldwide.
Australian households are reducing spending on dining out due to concerns over petrol prices and the Iran war fallout, with consumer confidence plummeting to pandemic-era lows.
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded UK economic growth projections for 2026 and 2027, citing higher energy prices from the Iran war and slower monetary easing.
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RecommendedThe International Monetary Fund predicts the UK will experience the worst economic damage among advanced economies due to the Iran conflict, with growth forecasts slashed and inflation set to remain elevated.
The International Monetary Fund has downgraded UK growth forecasts more severely than any other G7 country, citing trade disruption from the Iran war and slower interest rate cuts. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure over fiscal plans.
New analysis reveals the Iran conflict will reduce average UK household incomes by £480 in 2026 due to energy price hikes, with poorest households hit hardest.
As IMF and World Bank chiefs meet in Washington, the Iran conflict triggers the biggest oil shock in decades, fueling inflation, slowing growth, and testing global cooperation amid rising populism.
Rachel Reeves warns escalating Iran conflict will drive higher costs for British businesses through energy price pressures and renewed inflation risks, creating economic strain.
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RecommendedThe fragile ceasefire in the Middle East fails to halt economic fallout in the UK, with rising oil prices pushing up petrol, mortgage, and food costs, disproportionately impacting the poorest households.
US inflation soared to 3.3% annually in March, driven by energy price spikes amid the Iran conflict, creating new challenges for the Federal Reserve and consumers.
Kristalina Georgieva states the conflict will downgrade growth and hit living standards, even with peace, amid volatile markets and energy disruptions.
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock's comments on potentially causing a recession to curb inflation have raised concerns among economists and citizens alike, highlighting the delicate balance in monetary policy.
The International Monetary Fund warns that emerging economies face greater interest rate and currency shock risks from the Iran war due to increased reliance on volatile market-based finance from hedge funds and investment funds.
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RecommendedThe UK economy is heading toward stagflation with services sector growth halting in March. Rising inflation, Middle East conflicts, and global trade disruptions create a perfect storm for economic crisis.
Trump's ultimatum to Iran over the Strait of Hormuz closure triggers soaring oil prices, potential flight cancellations, and rising food costs, with Western economies now facing the economic pain previously felt in Asia.
The Bank of Japan's ultra-low interest rates have made the yen a cheap funding currency for global markets, creating a carry trade worth billions. This dependency risks a financial shock if Tokyo changes policy.
Experts warn that rising gas and airfare prices are just the start, with the Iran war disrupting oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, leading to higher costs for groceries, pharmaceuticals, and logistics across the US economy.
UN reports sharp March food price increases as Middle East conflict escalates energy and freight costs, with vegetable oil and sugar prices rising 5% and 7% respectively.
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RecommendedOne year after Donald Trump's 'liberation day' tariffs, experts argue the policy has backfired, failing to reduce the trade deficit or revive manufacturing, while investor confidence wanes.
The Bank of England's latest survey reveals businesses sharply raised inflation expectations in March, driven by soaring energy costs from the Iran war, with manufacturers hit hardest since 1992.
Britain faces a severe energy shock from Trump's Iran war, risking stagflation as ministers' 'keep calm' approach falters amid rising unemployment and supply chain disruptions.
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Global markets surged and oil prices plummeted after Donald Trump claimed the Iran conflict would end within weeks, triggering a relief rally across Asia and Europe.
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RecommendedThe Food and Drink Federation warns UK food inflation could reach 9% by 2026 due to the Iran war, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves meets supermarket bosses to discuss cost pressures.