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Stock Index Futures Gain on Hopes for Renewed U.S.-Iran Talks, PPI Data and More Big Bank Earnings on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.19%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.39% this morning as risk appetite improved and oil prices fell following reports that the U.S. and Iran were weighing another round of peace talks.

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'The largest energy security threat in history' is about to push oil prices further up, IEA warns

No new energy shipments have been loaded in April, signalling a worsening disruption that could intensify the global energy and economic impact, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said on Monday.

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UK growth forecasts slashed by IMF as Iran war hurts global economy – as it happened

International Monetary Fund has lowered its forecast for UK growth in 2026 and 2027, due to Iran war and weak growth in late 2025

The Guardian - UK

Don’t mention the climate: Trump creates ‘beyond absurd’ situation at global finance talks

Developing countries face possible shelving of crucial green action plan at IMF and World Bank spring meetings

The Guardian - UK

Netflix Just Quietly Added The Best, And Most Important, Mission: Impossible Movie

'Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation' is arguably the best film in the series for many reasons, the biggest being the addition of Rebecca Ferguson's Ilsa Faust.

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Oil jumps above $100 after failed peace talks, forint surges after the Hungarian election results

Oil prices surged and stock markets dipped after reports that the US may move to block the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile in Europe, the Hungarian forint rose following the election results.

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Collapse of US-Iran talks heightens fears of prolonged energy shock

Oil prices and borrowing costs are expected to rise this week as tankers remain stranded in the Gulf

The Guardian - UK

Cash-strapped Pakistan to receive $5bn from Saudi, Qatar as debt mounts

Pakistan is set to receive $5 billion in financial support from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, easing pressure on its external position and foreign exchange reserves. This crucial aid comes as Islamabad prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the UAE this month, with Finance Minister Aurangzeb engaging in economic outreach at…

The Times of India

Task for the week: limit the fallout from biggest oil shock in decades

As World Bank and IMF chiefs gather in Washington, the Iran war is driving up energy prices, fuelling inflation and testing voters’ patience

The Guardian - UK

EU’s largest economies vs top US states: How do they compare in GDP?

Top EU countries and US states appear one after the other in economic size rankings. However, US states surpass the top EU economies in GDP per capita, both in nominal terms and purchasing power.

Euronews

Gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider, UN report says

The gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider as actions agreed to by many countries last year, including overhauling the major global financial institutions, remain unfulfilled promises

The Independent UK

The Week Ahead (April 13-19): IMF, World Bank Spring Meetings Begin

Washington hosts global finance leaders while Hong Kong, Hainan and Guangzhou spotlight trade, tech and markets in a pivotal week

Caixin Global

Fuel shortages likely ‘for some time’ and economic growth downgraded due to Iran war, IMF warns

IMF director warns of lasting economic damage around the world – even if the fragile ceasefire holds

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Euronews

'No return to normal': IMF warns of lasting economic damage from Iran war

The IMF is cutting its global growth forecast, preparing €42.9bn in emergency aid and warning that 45 million people face food insecurity.

The Independent UK

IMF chief warns that Iran war will slow global economic growth

The Iran war is darkening the outlook for the world economy — whether or not a fragile ceasefire holds, the head of the International Monetary Fund warned Thursday

Barchart

Why the Food Crisis Is Only Postponed — Not Canceled — Amid U.S.-Iran Ceasefire

The recent ceasefire offers a deceptive sense of security, as the long-term degradation of regional gas infrastructure remains a critical catalyst for a global food crisis.

The Guardian - UK

Head of IMF says Iran war will permanently scar global economy even if peace is reached

Kristalina Georgieva says even ‘most hopeful scenario’ will lead to growth downgrade and cause permanent hit to living standards

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Global Recession Risk Lingers Despite Ceasefire‑Driven Market Calm

Analysts and international economic institutions are warning that the possibility of a global recession remains significant even as markets react positively to ceasefire news.

The Guardian - UK

Hedge fund borrowing exposes emerging markets to greater Iran war risk, says IMF

Analysis shows developing economies more likely to experience higher interest rates and currency shocks

The Guardian - UK

Oil and gas crisis from Iran war worse than 1973, 1979 and 2022 together, says IEA

Oil prices swing and stock markets tense on approach to Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK

Oil back above $110 in volatile markets as Trump deadline looms for Iran to reopen strait – as it happened

IMF head warns Middle East war will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth while IEA director says oil and gas crisis ‘more serious than the ones in 1973, 1979 and 2022 together’

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3 new to Netflix movies in April 2026 with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

Netflix is adding plenty of movies to its library in April 2026, and I've picked out the new additions that scored highest on Rotten Tomatoes.

The Independent UK

Ministers deny decision has been taken over North Sea gas field project amid spiralling prices

The government insisted no decision has been taken on the project, despite oil prices having soared in response to Iran’s stranglehold on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz

Euronews

Public holidays: How much does a day off cost in Europe?

Europe takes double-digit public holidays a year on average — but as Denmark showed when it axed one to fund its military, every day off has a price tag.

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