Global economy under ‘major threat’ from Strait of Hormuz crisis: IEA chief
SYDNEY: The global economy is under “major threat” from the energy crisis caused by the Middle East war,…
Live blog: Oil crisis worse than 1970s shocks combined, IEA warns, Auss fuel supply fears grow
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has warned of “bumps” to Australia’s fuel supply, with fears the price of petrol…
Australia faces a fuel crisis of its own making
Within hours of its entry into World War I, the British government had taken control of the nation’s…
Major warning for Australian industry as truckies park their vehicles: ‘Just not possible’
The CEO of the National Road Transport Association said the government needs to step in to help drivers.…
Donald Trump has a debt problem
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New Zealand’s regular unleaded soars past $3 a litre
Australians feeling the pain at the bowser might spare a thought for their cousins across the ditch.In New…
China’s emotional economy is on the rise
A giant inflatable Labubu toy floats on the water at Victoria Harbour on October 25, 2025 in Hong…
Shockwave of war is rippling through the global economy
The global economy’s first collective health check since war broke out in the Middle East will arrive in…
New Zealand outlook cut to negative by Fitch as debt concerns mount
Fitch outlook cut puts New Zealand’s fiscal path under scrutiny and lifts yields. Summary: Fitch revises New Zealand…
Average cherry blossom-viewing budget falls 13.8%
People in Japan plan to spend ¥6,383 on average for cherry blossom viewing this year, down 13.8% from…
War might actually benefit Greek tourism, says Deutsche Bank
The net impact of the war in the Middle East on Greek tourism remains uncertain, although it could…
Home building industry facing COVID-like price spikes due to Middle East war
Alarm bells are ringing in Australia’s residential building industry, with some describing “considerable” supply chain disruption and price…