Category: Iran

Profits of Doom: Why Investors Seem to Shrug Off War

The Israel-Iran clash seemingly has no end in sight — a prospect that does not seem to be panicking the markets.
Investors Brace for Oil Market Fallout From Israel and Iran’s Fight

Energy prices have jumped since the onset of clashes between Israel and Iran. Investors worry the conflict could have a big economic consequences.
Oil Prices Could Climb Higher if Mideast Tensions Escalate

A sustained rise in the price of crude oil, which jumped sharply after Israel attacked Iran, could hurt consumers and President Trump’s efforts to bring down energy costs.
Oil Up, Global Stocks Down After Israel Strikes Iran

Oil prices are up and stocks are down, as investors fear a potential wider regional conflict.
Oil Prices Surge and Stock Markets Stumble After Israel Strikes Iran

The military strikes jolted investors, raising concerns that a broader Mideast conflict would disrupt the world’s energy supplies.
Oil Prices Surge and Stock Markets Stumble After Israel Strikes Iran

The military strikes jolted investors, raising concerns that a broader Mideast conflict would disrupt the world’s energy supplies.
Iranian Film at South by Southwest London Offers a Dose of Hope

Amirali Navaee’s new film, “Sunshine Express,” screening next at South by Southwest London, is a project more focused on hope than politics.
Oil Prices Are Falling. Here’s Where That Could Spell Trouble.

For countries that depend heavily on oil revenue, dropping prices are worrisome.
Sweetgreen’s CEO on Robots, RFK Jr. and Why Salads Are So Expensive

Jonathan Neman set out to make fast food healthier, co-founding the salad chain in Washington. Now, what goes in our food is political.
U.S. Judge Orders Halt to Trump’s Effort to Dismantle Voice of America

Voice of America journalists had argued in a lawsuit that the administration’s actions violated their First Amendment rights.
Voice of America Director Sues Trump Officials Over Shutdown

The lawsuit by the director and journalists is the latest legal challenge to the administration’s bid to dismantle the government-funded broadcaster.
China Backs Iran in Nuclear Talks, Slams ‘Threat of Force’ From the West

Beijing sought to position itself as a key player in negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as President Trump called for talks with Tehran.