The U.S. and other exporters are poised for a windfall, but disruptions to Persian Gulf supplies are also pushing gas-buying countries to consider alternatives like coal, solar and nuclear energy.
Category: US and Israeli Attack on Iran (2026)
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Can This Russian Bakery Survive a 3,500% Tax Increase?
The challenges faced by a small-business owner near Moscow highlight how Russia’s war-drained economy is on the doorstep of a major crisis.
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Trump Offers More Aid to Farmers, a Key Support Bloc Hurt by Tariffs and War
The president announced new loan guarantees at a White House event that appeared intended to reassure a group that has found itself caught in the crosshairs of some of his major policies.
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Elon Musk Joins in Phone Call Between Donald Trump and Narendra Modi
Mr. Musk’s participation was notable because it is rare for a private citizen to be on a call between heads of state. It also suggests that Mr. Musk is back on better terms with the president.
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Iran Moves to Formalize Toll Plan in Strait of Hormuz
Tehran has effectively closed off the critical waterway, turning back container ships on Friday, and Iranian lawmakers are considering whether to formalize charging fees to pass.
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As Stocks Keep Falling, Investors Are Losing Patience With the War in Iran
The S&P 500 is on course for its fifth straight week of losses and its worst weekly losing streak in roughly four years.
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Global Food Supply Faces a Dangerous Bottleneck as Iran War Persists
Fertilizer prices are climbing as a result of disruptions in the Middle East, putting global food supplies at risk.
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Spiking Diesel Prices Mean Everything Will Get More Expensive
Diesel has climbed faster than gasoline this month, directly hitting businesses, from brewers to trucking companies. Those higher costs are likely to make their way into consumer prices.
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How the Iran War Is Costing the Economy Its Buffers
As the U.S.-Israeli campaign enters a second month, analysts see a growing toll. One forecast predicts oil hitting $200 a barrel.
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Resurgent Inflation Tests Faith in Fed’s Willingness to Tame It
The war in the Middle East risks worsening an inflation problem that the Federal Reserve has struggled for years to subdue.