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Gasoline Rebound Set to Push US Inflation Higher as Fed Weighs Rate Hike

U.S. consumer prices likely accelerated in August after two months of modest gains, driven by a rebound in gasoline costs that has rekindled concerns about persistent inflation just days before the Federal

September 11, 2026

Business

Lidl Partnership Could Transform Macedonian Production and Open Doors to European Markets

A new partnership with Lidl is creating fresh opportunities for Macedonian producers to improve their operations, raise product standards and strengthen their position in both the domestic and international markets. Cooperation with

August 27, 2026

Business·Macedonia

Brent Crude Tops $88 as Oil Rally Adds Fresh Pressure to Global Markets

Global energy markets moved higher on Friday, August 14, as Brent crude oil climbed above $88 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate approached $83, extending a rally that has heightened concerns about

August 14, 2026

Business

Safe Haven in Demand, Gold Surges 5% in Best Week of 2026 as Global Uncertainty Bites

The price of gold is continuing its upward trajectory, heading toward its strongest weekly performance since the start of the year as investors turn to the precious metal as a safe haven

August 7, 2026

Business

Oil Prices Jump as US-Iran Tensions Raise Global Supply Concerns

Oil prices climbed sharply as renewed tensions between the United States and Iran increased fears about possible disruptions to global energy supplies. Brent crude rose above $87 per barrel, while U.S. West

July 29, 2026

Business

Brent Crude Nears $98 After Red Sea Attacks Trigger Market Fears

Global financial markets faced renewed uncertainty as rising tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices sharply higher, with Brent crude approaching $98 per barrel. The increase came after attacks on Saudi

July 23, 2026

Business

Oil Surges Past $90 as US-Iran Strikes Intensify and Tankers Explode in Hormuz

Brent crude oil prices broke above $90 per barrel on Monday, climbing 3.14% to $90.87 as escalating hostilities between the United States and Iran choked off shipments through the Strait of Hormuz

July 20, 2026

Business

Netflix Shares Plunge as Revenue Forecast Misses and Viewing Data Gets Scarcer

Netflix sent Wall Street reeling on Thursday after forecasting third quarter revenue and earnings that fell short of analyst expectations, while announcing it would slash the frequency of its viewing hours reports

July 17, 2026

Business

US Inflation Likely Cooled in June, but Iran War Risks Keep Fed on Edge

US consumer inflation is expected to have slowed in June, with economists forecasting the Consumer Price Index rose 3.8% year over year, down from May’s 4.2% peak, the largest annual increase since

July 14, 2026

Business

Oil Prices Surge Over 4% as Renewed U.S.-Iran Strikes Raise Fears Over Strait of Hormuz

Global oil prices jumped by more than 4% on Monday after renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran reignited concerns over the security of energy shipments through the strategically vital

July 13, 2026

Business

Oil Prices Rise Sharply as Markets Fear New Energy Shock

Oil prices have risen sharply on global markets as investors grow increasingly concerned that the latest escalation between the United States and Iran could threaten energy supplies and create a new oil

July 9, 2026

Business

EU Agrees on Stronger Rights for Passengers Facing Flight Delays and Cancellations

Air passengers in Europe could soon receive clearer and stronger protections when flights are delayed or cancelled, following a political agreement between the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.

July 7, 2026

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