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China halts helium exports as Iran war threatens global chip supply

China has imposed a temporary ban on helium exports effective immediately, as resumption of military conflict in the Middle East threatens to trigger new shortages of the gas critical for chip manufacturing, the Ministry of Commerce and General Administration of Customs announced.

The Times of India

Global Market: IEA sees global oil demand recovering as Strait of Hormuz flows resume

Global oil demand is showing signs of recovery as shipments through the Strait of Hormuz resume and crude prices ease, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said. While the agency raised its demand outlook slightly, it cautioned that consumption and production remain well below pre-conflict levels amid lingering Middle East tensions.

The Economic Times

India-UAE startup corridor: Over 1,500 founders turn to R Madhavan-led The Gamechangers Middle East

With strong participation from Indian entrepreneurs, the UAE's startup investment platform highlights the growing shift towards cross-border capital, mentorship, and market expansion, led by Co-Creator and Mentor R Madhavan.

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US Stock Market: Fed's Williams sees energy prices easing despite Middle East tensions, keeps options open on July rate decision

New York Fed President John Williams said oil prices are likely to ease over the coming months despite renewed Middle East tensions, while stressing it is too early to signal the Federal Reserve's next interest rate move. He reiterated that policymakers will remain guided by incoming economic data amid persistent…

The Economic Times

Rupee little changed as traders tread gingerly with eye on oil, dollar

The Indian rupee traded narrowly on Friday, supported by a softer dollar and stable oil prices. Asian currencies and regional stocks saw gains as Fed rate hike expectations eased. Renewed Middle East tensions kept traders cautious about directional positions in the currency. Analysts remain constructive on the rupee, citing Reserve…

The Economic Times

Asia growth improves but ADB warns of persistent headwinds

Asian economic growth is projected at 4.9% for 2026, a slight improvement from earlier forecasts. Lingering Middle East conflict impacts continue to weigh on supply chains and production costs. Inflation is expected to decrease to 4.3% in 2026 as oil prices stabilise.

The Economic Times

US-Iran conflict escalates as fresh missile strikes threaten Middle East ceasefire

The United States launched fresh air strikes on Iran early Thursday, prompting Tehran to fire missiles at its neighbours Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan hosting US military forces, officials said. The exchanges threatened a fragile interim ceasefire aimed at ending the Middle East conflict, with explosions also reported near Iran's…

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US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq rises as chip stocks' gains offset Middle East jitters

Wall Street rose as chip stocks rallied, offsetting concerns over escalating US-Iran tensions. Gains in semiconductor firms, led by Micron and Applied Materials, lifted indexes, while Meta slipped on AI chip updates. Stable jobless claims supported sentiment, though volatility in AI-linked stocks and rate hike expectations kept markets cautious.

The Economic Times

Nasdaq Futures Climb as Chipmakers Provide a Boost, Middle East Developments in Focus

September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.46% this morning, led by advances in chip and other AI-linked shares, while investors kept a close eye on developments in the Middle East.

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Global Market: European shares rebound as tech stocks recover; investors assess Middle East developments

European stock markets traded higher on Thursday, recovering from previous losses. Technology shares led the gains, driven by renewed interest in artificial intelligence demand. Oil prices eased despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East region. Spanish equities outperformed regional peers after trade-related tensions eased. AstraZeneca shares tumbled significantly after…

The Economic Times

Last-minute summer holiday bookings more likely following Middle East conflict

‘Get ahead of the pack and arrange your holiday now’, said Abta CEO

The Independent UK

Global Market: Bank of Japan keeps regional economic view unchanged as Middle East risks ease

The Bank of Japan kept its economic assessment unchanged for all nine regions, indicating confidence in the country's recovery despite global uncertainties. The central bank said businesses are increasingly passing on higher costs to consumers, reinforcing expectations that inflation is becoming more sustainable.

The Economic Times

Morning Mail: Middle East peace in tatters, how Telstra’s outage wreaked havoc, Blues’ Brisbane boilover

US and Iran on the brink of reigniting conlict as Trump calls Tehran regime ‘scum’; NSW pull off unlikely Origin series decider at home of Maroons

The Guardian - AU

Economy caught between an oil shock and an AI boom

The AI boom will offset the negative effects of the Middle East war, but if the bubble pops Australia's economy could be exposed to a correction, a report says.

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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday

Indian equities posted their steepest single-day decline since March as rising crude prices, renewed Middle East tensions and weak global cues triggered broad-based selling. Analysts said geopolitical developments, earnings guidance and central bank decisions will shape the market’s near-term direction.

Bangkok Post

Oil shoots up as Trump says Iran ceasefire ‘over’

LONDON - Oil prices soared anew and stock markets slid on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was over, following renewed strikes in the Middle East.

The Conversation

Iran’s environmental catastrophe has also wrecked its economy

For several decades, Iran has devoted substantial financial, institutional and political resources to military expansion. It has invested heavily in supporting its regional partners, as well as in pursuing geopolitical influence across the Middle East.

Evening Standard

UK inflation set to ease back faster than expected, says IMF

It came as the global economic body said the global economic shock from the conflict in the Middle East was ‘better than feared’.

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Crude oil prices jump 6%, hit two-week high after Trump says Iran peace deal is ‘over’. What are experts saying?

Crude oil prices rose sharply on Wednesday to a two-week high after Donald Trump declared the Iran peace agreement "over", reviving fears of fresh supply disruptions from the Middle East. Analysts say concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, tighter sanctions and depleted inventories could keep oil prices elevated in the…

The Economic Times

Rupee slumps to one-month low as oil soars after Trump says Iran deal is 'over'

The Indian rupee fell to its weakest level in nearly a month on Wednesday. This decline occurred after U.S. President Donald Trump stated the interim accord with Iran was over. Oil prices jumped significantly, renewing fears of Middle East supply disruptions. Indian stocks also dropped sharply, their steepest fall in…

The Economic Times

Cathay Pacific cuts fuel surcharges again as jet fuel prices ease

Cathay Pacific Airways will reduce fuel surcharges on most passenger flights starting July sixteenth. This marks the third reduction since the Middle East crisis began. Fuel surcharges for flights to North America and Europe will decrease by seventeen percent. Surcharges for flights to the South Asian subcontinent will also see…

Radio France Internationale

Oil prices continue to rally as US and Iran step up mutual attacks

Oil prices jumped more than 3 percent on Wednesday as the Middle East crisis burst back into the spotlight, with United States and Iranian forces exchanging strikes after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, fuelling fresh supply fears.

The Economic Times

India bonds dragged by rise in oil prices, Treasury yields on fresh US-Iran hostilities

Indian government bonds experienced a decline in early trading on Wednesday. This downturn followed Middle East tensions that pushed oil prices higher. The benchmark bond yield rose, ending a recent period of decline. Foreign investors continue to provide strong support through significant debt purchases. Overnight index swap rates also started…

The Economic Times

IndiGo, HPCL, other oil sensitive stocks plunge up to 5% as US strikes on Iran lift crude prices

Oil-sensitive Indian stocks tumbled significantly after US airstrikes on Iran. Crude oil prices climbed as sanctions on Iranian sales were reinstated. These events reignited concerns over Middle East stability and potential supply disruptions. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains vulnerable, impacting global energy supply routes. Analysts expect oil inventories…

AAP

NZ notches first rate hike since 2023 with more to come

New Zealand's continuing economic recovery has helped convince the central bank to raise the official cash rate to 2.5 per cent, as expected by economists.

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