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The global economy has handled several major shocks better than many economists initially expected. But International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva is warning that resilience shouldn’t be mistaken for safety. One of the...
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Global oil markets started September with another sharp reminder of just how quickly geopolitical tension can move energy prices. Brent crude climbed to $95.63 per barrel on September 2, its highest settlement since late...
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Two very different parts of the financial market moved higher this week. Global oil prices climbed to their highest closing levels in nearly a month as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz continued to...
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The Federal Reserve’s July meeting minutes have given investors a clearer look at what policymakers are thinking about inflation and interest rates. Released on August 19, the minutes from the July 28 and 29...
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Oil prices jumped sharply on August 10 as uncertainty surrounding shipping through the Strait of Hormuz returned to the center of global market attention. Brent crude climbed about 5% to $87.72 per barrel, while...
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The first week of August brought a fresh wave of attention to India’s economy. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) surprised many by raising its GDP growth forecast to 6.7% while lowering its annual...