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Patricia Cohen
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Europeans Prepare for a More Dangerous World in a Time of Economic Upheaval
A stalwart on defense spending, Poland is training its citizens in civil defense while balancing their jobs and families.
Oil Companies’ Huge Profits Revive Calls for Temporary Windfall Taxes
European nations imposed temporary taxes in the 2022 energy shock when Russia invaded Ukraine, but whether they can effectively help households is up for debate.
What the U.S. Blockade Means for Iran’s Economy
Putting a stop to Iranian shipping will further add to Iran’s economic pain, analysts said, but it might not be enough to force concessions or…
Fallout of War Piles Economic Pain Onto Europe’s Political Stress
Europe is finding itself on the outs with Russia, China and the U.S., in what’s amounting to its very own “Mean Girls” moment.
Energy Attacks in War on Iran Could Turn Economic Shock Into Long-Term Damage
A new phase targeting oil and gas infrastructure in the Persian Gulf threatens to hurt businesses and customers around the world for months or even…
Fallout From Iran War and Oil Shock Deliver Another Blow to World Economy
Countries already walloped by a breakdown of the international trading order, war in Ukraine and chaotic U.S. policymaking are facing potentially lasting economic damage.
‘Murky Waters’ for Global Businesses After Trump’s Tariff Loss
Even after the Supreme Court invalidated many of the president’s levies, foreign leaders and executives assume that U.S. tariffs are here to stay, in one…