Pakistan's poor population swells by 27 mn in six years, poverty surges 7%Pakistan's poverty rate has risen from 21.9% in 2018-19 to 28.9% in 2024-25, pushing around 27 million more people below the poverty line a...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Court of Arbitration ruling on Indus Waters Treaty deepens Indo-Pak riftA Hague court ruling has intensified the Indus Waters Treaty dispute between India and Pakistan. The decision restricts India's water stora...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Dollar crashes against major currencies: Why is USD rate down today?U.S. dollar index fell about 0.3 per cent to 98.969. Euro rose 0.40 per cent to $1.1649 and the British pound gained 0.55 per cent to $1.35...
25 May, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Dollar near six-week high amid Iran war jittersThe US dollar remains strong near six-week peaks. Traders are watching for a Middle East war resolution and the Federal Reserve's next move...
23 May, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talksGlobal stock markets saw gains on Friday. Investors are closely watching talks aimed at resolving the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. Oil ...
23 May, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Trump says no need for China's help on Iran as shippers seek passage through HormuzPresident Donald Trump states no help is needed from China to end the Iran war. He believes the US will win the conflict. Iran is firming i...
13 May, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
Why are oil prices down and gas rates steady today, and will Brent crude, US WTI futures, Dutch and British natural gas prices rise or decline in near future? Oil dips as markets watch Iran ceasefire, Trump-Xi China summit and Strait of Hormuz risksWhy are oil prices down and gas rates steady today, and will Brent crude, US WTI futures, Dutch and British natural gas prices rise or decl...
13 May, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Asia heat waves spell double trouble for economies hit by oilAsia faces a new inflation threat from El Niño as rising temperatures and dry weather are all set to increase food costs. This comes on top...
08 May, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
Global Markets | Resilience Tested: Asian economies balance buffers against rising oil shockAsian economies are scrambling to manage an energy shock caused by the Iran war, with soaring oil prices and supply disruptions hitting the...
05 May, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
22k gold rate today: Check 24k, 22k, 18k gold prices (May 4, 2026) on IBJA, Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Tanishq and Kalyan JewellersGold prices are stable today as traders await crucial economic data from major economies and the US jobs market. Analysts note that geopoli...
04 May, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Gold dips as inflation concerns linger; markets watch US-Iran talksGold prices saw a dip on Monday. Inflation concerns are impacting the US monetary policy outlook. Markets are closely watching US-Iran peac...
04 May, 2026, 07.23 AM IST
U.S. Stock Market on Monday: Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq trading to be dictated by these factorsU.S. Stock Market: S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Futures are set for eventful Monday at the Wall Street as several factors will drive the stock mark...
04 May, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
Fossil fuels no longer offer security. Clean energy canWhile historical energy crises spurred renewable adoption, current economic conditions like inflation and high interest rates pose investme...
02 May, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Why are gold and silver prices up today, and will gold reach $4,800 and silver touch $90 again? Analysts insights, market outlook and what should investors do nowWhy are gold and silver prices up today, and will gold reach $4,800 and silver touch $90 again? Gold and silver prices moved higher after o...
02 May, 2026, 02.31 AM IST
Global Market Today: Asian stocks drop at open, Brent snaps advancesAsian stocks opened lower, mirroring a tech selloff on Wall Street driven by concerns over AI investment returns ahead of key earnings. Tre...
29 Apr, 2026, 06.23 AM IST
Global Market: Emerging markets face mounting economic pressure amid Iran war disruptionsThe Iran war's economic ripple effect is hitting emerging markets hard, two months on. Rising inflation, trade disruptions, and fiscal stra...
28 Apr, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Why are oil prices up while gold down now, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to rise or experience wild swings?Why are oil prices up while gold down now, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to rise or experience wild swings? Oil rose as Mid...
28 Apr, 2026, 03.35 AM IST