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Strait of Hormuz Crisis: 2026 Oil Surge Reshapes Global Trade
The Strait of Hormuz closure in February 2026 triggered a 60% oil price surge and doubled gas prices. UNCTAD warns global trade growth could fall to 1.5%. Developing economies face the heaviest burden. Learn how this crisis is...
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US Inflation Hits 4.2% in May 2026: Highest in 3 Years
US inflation hit 4.2% in May 2026, the highest in three years, driven by surging energy prices. The Federal Reserve held rates steady but signaled a potential hike as early as October. Core inflation at 2.9% offers some...
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AI Data Centers to Consume 1,000 TWh in 2026: Grid Crisis Looms
AI data centers will consume 1,000 TWh in 2026, equal to Japan's energy use. Inference workloads drive the surge, straining grids and forcing nuclear and gas trade-offs.
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BRICS+ Payment Rails Reshape Global Currency Flows in 2026
BRICS+ mBridge CBDC platform processes $55B+ in 2026, dollar reserve share falls below 57% for first time since 1995. Saudi Arabia and UAE settle energy exports in yuan as 'The Unit' gold-backed token launches. Analysis of...
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Strait of Hormuz Collapse: 95% Shipping Plunge Reshapes Global Economy
The Strait of Hormuz closure has slashed shipping by 95%, sending Brent crude past $126/barrel and fertilizer prices up 40%. UNCTAD warns global trade growth will halve to 1.5-2.5% in 2026. Learn how four transmission channels...
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Strait of Hormuz Closure: How a Geopolitical Chokepoint Is Reshaping the Global Economy in 2026
Since Feb 28, 2026, the Strait of Hormuz closure has cut 20% of global oil supply, sending Brent above $105/bbl. UN warns 32M could face poverty. Analysis of inflation, recession risk, and energy security recalibration.