As war expands across the Middle East, rising tensions involving Iran and Gulf states have sent oil and gas markets surging, with fears mounting that disruption to the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global energy shock and fuel inflation worldwide.
The UK is planning a sovereign payment system to reduce reliance on Visa and Mastercard, amid growing concerns over financial security and geopolitical risk.
Global shocks, shifting U.S. policy under Donald Trump, and Federal Reserve changes involving Kevin Warsh fueled extreme swings in gold and silver during 2025–2026, alongside forecasts from JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Citigroup.
Lebanon’s modest economic rebound in 2025 masks deep structural weaknesses, as stalled banking reforms and IMF conditions keep recovery fragile and politically fraught.
Greenland has emerged as a strategic focal point where Arctic geography, rare resources, and military positioning intersect amid intensifying global power competition.
How tariffs, precious metals, and artificial intelligence reshaped global markets in 2025 and set the tone for 2026.
EU financial decisions on Ukraine aid and interest rates could reshape Europe’s economy and regional influence.
Lebanon’s economy is struggling with inflation, unemployment, and a collapsing currency, but ongoing efforts and resilience offer hope for recovery.
