In the weeks following the 40-day war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran's job market faces a severe wave of layoffs and rising unemployment due to deep economic recession, damaged industrial infrastructure, prolonged internet outages, and plummeting demand, compelling many businesses to reduce their workforce or halt operations, while inflation data reveals an alarming annual rate of 53.7%, reaching even 58.2% for low-income groups, with food inflation surpassing 115%. #EconomicCrisis #Unemployment #Inflation #IR

Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel stated that the European Central Bank may need to consider raising interest rates in June if inflation does not significantly improve, as energy prices remain high and the risk of a prolonged inflationary cycle increases. #InterestRates #Inflation #ECB #DE #SK #EE #IR

Recent data suggests U.S. inflation rates may be on the verge of rising to 4%, as pressures from soaring energy prices and persistent inflation above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target raise concerns about the effectiveness of current monetary policy and the potential need for reassessment of inflation metrics by new Fed chair Kevin Warsh. #Inflation #Economy #FederalReserve #US #IR

A few weeks after the end of the 40-day war with the U.S. and Israel, Iran's job market faces one of the most severe waves of layoffs and rising unemployment in recent years due to deep economic recession, destruction of industrial infrastructure, extended internet outages, and a steep decline in demand, leading many businesses to reduce their workforce or halt operations, while inflation data reveals an alarming annual rate of 53.7%, surpassing 58.2% for low-income households and exceeding 115% for food prices. #Economy #Unemployment #Inflation #IR #US #IL

A senior Bank of Italy official emphasized the need for the European Union to consider a tokenized payment system to keep pace with technological advancements, while also highlighting that the essence of money remains rooted in trust and the credibility of institutions behind it. #DigitalCurrency #FinancialInnovation #PaymentSystems #IT #EU #ECB

U.S. factory orders unexpectedly rose by 1.5% in March, driven by strong demand for electronics amid a boom in artificial intelligence investments, marking the largest increase in factory orders since November and highlighting signs of recovery in the manufacturing sector despite rising input costs due to geopolitical tensions. #Manufacturing #Economy #ArtificialIntelligence #US #IL #IR

Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel stated that the European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates in June if inflation does not improve significantly, amidst rising concerns over persistent inflation driven by high oil prices and potential economic ramifications. #InterestRates #Inflation #ECB #DE #SK #EE #IR

During a rare live interview on May 2, 2026, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye addressed pressing political and economic challenges amid rising social tensions, defending his government's management of a fragile economy, emphasizing the need for a renegotiated partnership with the IMF, and expressing concerns about the impacts of oil price increases while also navigating internal political differences with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. #Senegal #Politics #Economy

John Williams, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, stated that the U.S. monetary policy is well-positioned to navigate the economic uncertainty stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, while acknowledging increased risks to the Fed’s dual mandate, and projected an economic growth rate of 2-2.25% for this year alongside persistent inflation challenges. #FederalReserve #MonetaryPolicy #EconomicOutlook

Military expert Paweł Narożny explains that current attacks on Russian infrastructure aim to weaken its military-industrial complex and undermine its revenue, targeting both military production facilities and the energy sector, while also impacting logistics and morale on both sides, with significant consequences for Russia's military operations and domestic fuel supply. #MilitaryStrategy #Geopolitics #EconomicImpact

In his final letter to the President of France before departing for a new role, the Governor of the Banque de France, François Villeroy de Galhau, presents a mixed assessment of the French economy, acknowledging recent improvements in employment amidst declining public finances, while warning of significant uncertainties influenced by geopolitical tensions and emphasizing the need for long-term reforms to enhance public spending efficiency and intergenerational solidarity for sustainable growth. #Economy #France #Inflation

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The once driving force of Europe, Germany, is stalled. Forecast for the growth of the German economy this year: 0.5% (E… (Original: RT @FernandoHValls: El que fuera motor de Europa, Alemania, está gripado. Previsión de crecimiento de la economía germana este año: 0,5% (E…) #Germany #Economy #GrowthForecast #DE

Despite Donald Trump's prediction that the war between the U.S. and Iran would last no more than six weeks, the conflict has persisted for three months, leading to significant global energy impacts and rising prices, while recent GDP data shows that the U.S. economy continues to grow, largely driven by investments in technology and AI, despite increasing living costs and inflation that may affect the upcoming November elections. #Economy #Trump #IranConflict #US #IL #IR

The article discusses the unexpected prolongation of the conflict between the U.S. and Iran, which has led to significant global energy shocks and rising consumer prices, despite a recent GDP growth of 2% in early 2026 that may bolster Donald Trump's economic policies ahead of the midterm elections, though inflation concerns and living costs remain pressing issues for voters. #Economy #Inflation #MiddleEastConflict #US #IL #IR

A European Central Bank survey indicates that eurozone firms are concerned about a potential inflation surge similar to that following the COVID-19 pandemic if the conflict in Iran persists, as it could disrupt fuel supply and drive up prices, although the impact may be less immediate due to companies' hedging strategies against energy price fluctuations. #Inflation #EconomicImpact #EnergyCrisis #IR #RU #UA #CN

India's central bank is exploring strategies to attract dollar inflows to strengthen its foreign exchange reserves and mitigate the depreciation of the rupee, which has fallen significantly due to rising oil prices linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, considering measures such as reviving a deposit mechanism for non-resident Indians and eliminating withholding tax on foreign bond investors. #CurrencyStability #ForeignExchange #EconomicPolicy #IN #US #IL #IR