middle east
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cryptoIran Tensions Fuel WTI Surge, Fed Rate Cut Bets Slip
Geopolitical risk in the Middle East drives WTI crude oil prices higher while lowering expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026.
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worldSomalia Faces Famine Risk as Middle East Crisis Deepens Hunger Crisis
UN warns six million Somalis face severe hunger, with nearly two million children acutely malnourished amid Middle East fallout.
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financeToyota Warns 20% Profit Drop Amid Iran Tensions and Tariff Turmoil
Toyota forecasts a 20% decline in annual profit, citing Middle East disruptions and Trump tariffs.
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financeOCBC Q1 Profit Beats Forecasts Amid Wealth Growth and Middle East War Risks
OCBC posts 5% rise in Q1 net profit, beating analyst estimates, as wealth management fees surge 34%. Bank sets higher allowances for geopolitical risks.
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financePhilippine Q1 GDP Misses Forecasts Amid Global Headwinds
Philippines Q1 GDP grew 2.8%, below 3.5% forecast. Delayed budget and Middle East crisis weigh on growth.
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financeNikkei Breaks 61,000 as Tech Earnings and Middle East Optimism Fuel Rally
Japan's Nikkei hit a record high above 61,000 as markets reopened, driven by strong tech earnings, a weaker yen, and hopes for a Middle East peace deal.
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financeJapan's Nikkei Surges Past 62,000 to Record High
Japan's Nikkei hit a record high on optimism over tech earnings and Middle East peace prospects. The broader Topix also climbed.
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financeNikkei Shatters 61,000 Barrier as Tech Rally and Mideast Optimism Fuel Surge
Japan's Nikkei hits record high above 61,000 on strong tech earnings, Middle East peace hopes, and a strengthening yen.