Category: Iran

China Stockpiled More Oil Before War Broke Out in Iran

The New York Times – Business:
China’s oil imports rose nearly 16 percent in the first two months of 2026, adding to its growing energy stockpile.
How the Iran War Could Hit Americans’ Wallets

The New York Times – Business:
Gas prices are rising, with the cost of food likely to follow. If the conflict drags on, the fallout for consumers could worsen, experts warned.
As Oil Prices Rise, Trump’s War With Iran Becomes a Worldwide Economic Hazard

The New York Times – Business:
The president insists conflict with Iran will be brief, but world leaders are preparing for severe economic blowback.
G7 Countries Hold Off on Releasing Emergency Oil Supplies

The New York Times – Business:
Finance ministers for the seven industrialized countries met on Monday and said they would consider releasing oil from reserves but were not ready to do so now.
Investors and Trump Face an Iran Dilemma

The New York Times – Business:
A spike in oil prices has roiled stocks and bonds again and threatens to accelerate inflation — adding pressure on the White House.
Stocks Tank in Asia as Oil Price Surges

The New York Times – Business:
Asian markets tumbled on Monday as Middle East tensions and spiking oil prices sparked a mass exit from the region’s previously booming stocks.
Oil and Natural Gas Prices Extend Rally as Iran Attacks Escalates

The New York Times – Business:
Energy prices continued to rise on Tuesday as attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran intensified, along with the country’s response.
Trump’s ‘Whatever It Takes’ Rattles Global Markets

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump has signaled that he is open to the idea of a prolonged military conflict with Iran. Investors are spooked by that scenario.
Global Economy Is Facing the Prospect of Another Profound Shock

The New York Times – Business:
A protracted conflict in the Middle East risks a spike in energy prices and broader inflation.
What Rising Oil Prices Could Mean for Drivers in the U.S.

The New York Times – Business:
A prolonged conflict in the Middle East could cause a spike at American gas pumps, as the busy driving season approaches.
The Costs of the Attacks on Iran

The New York Times – Business:
Rising oil prices, volatile stocks and potentially higher inflation are all weighing on investors’ minds as the military campaign continues.
Beyond a Trade War, China, Japan and Others in Asia Face a New Energy Threat

The New York Times – Business:
China and its neighbors scrambled to soften the blow of a disorderly trade war. Conflict in the Middle East now threatens to disrupt the oil imports that power their economies.