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IMF warns conflict could tip global economy into recession
The IMF says global growth could fall next year

IMF warns of global recession
The world economy is at risk of recession, warns IMF

Trump’s shipping blockade, the Philippines’ tax breaks, and Hungary’s political shakeup
What impact will the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz have on global energy prices?

US blockade begins on Strait of Hormuz
The US has begun its blockade of the key shipping route the Strait of Hormuz.

Inheritance: Samsung Episode 1
A brand new podcast series from the BBC on the story behind Samsung

Why is the world watching Hungary’s general election?
Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán faces a historic election amid economic challenges.

Fuel protests cause disruption on Ireland's roads
The Strait of Hormuz remains almost shut to shipping, hurting economies around the world

Is the ceasefire in the Gulf too late to stop food prices rising?
The conflict pushes up the cost of fertiliser, a key ingredient in global food production

First Iranian oil for India in seven years
For the first time in seven years, India has bought its first cargo of Iranian oil

Shipping companies still reluctant to pass through Strait of Hormuz.
A shipping company says, "We won’t leave the Persian Gulf due to the safety of our crews"