UK Economy Grows Before Iran War Impact

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2026

International

UK Economy Grows 0.5% Before Iran War Shock The UK economy grew faster than expected in February 2026, offering a short-term boost before the full economic impact of the Iran war and higher oil prices began to hit households and businesses. Official data showed monthly GDP rose 0.5%, stronger

International

China Q1 Growth Beats Forecasts Despite War

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2026

China’s economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter of 2026, showing resilience despite the wider impact of the Iran war on global trade and energy markets. Official data showed the economy expanded 5.0% year on year in the January to March period, beating market expectations and improving from the previous quarter. China GDP […]

International

IMF Says Iran War Shock Is Already Built Into Economy

By BPN News Desk April 14, 2026

The economic damage from the U.S.-Iran war is already being absorbed across global markets, according to IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, who said the shock is effectively “baked” into the economy. Her remarks come as conflict in West Asia continues to disrupt energy infrastructure, shipping flows and investor confidence, even as markets keep searching for […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Nithin Kamath’s GDP Remark Shows Why India Needs New Growth Metrics

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2026

The debate began with a simple observation by Nithin Kamath: cook dinner at home and GDP does not move, order food online and GDP goes up. It sounded like a clever one-liner, but it opened up a serious question about how economies are measured. Kamath deserves credit for pointing out the flaw in a way […]

International

Pakistan To Repay $2 Billion UAE Loan

By BPN News Desk April 4, 2026

Pakistan is set to repay a $2 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates this month after Abu Dhabi sought its return, adding fresh pressure on Islamabad’s already fragile external finances. The move is expected to weigh on Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves at a time when the country remains heavily dependent on external support and […]

International

Pakistan To Repay $2 Billion UAE Loan

By BPN News Desk April 4, 2026

Pakistan is set to repay a $2 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates this month after Abu Dhabi sought its return, adding fresh pressure on Islamabad’s already fragile external finances. The move is expected to weigh on Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves at a time when the country remains heavily dependent on external support and […]

International

Albanese Warns Australia Faces Tough Months

By BPN News Desk April 1, 2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has warned that the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict will continue to weigh on the country for months, as Australia grapples with sharp fuel price increases and growing pressure on households and businesses. In a rare national address, he said the government could not fully shield the country […]

International

World Bank Moves To Ease West Asia Shock

By BPN News Desk March 27, 2026

The World Bank has said it is moving quickly to support countries facing economic disruption caused by the conflict in West Asia, as rising energy costs, trade disruption and pressure on public finances begin to affect economies across the region and beyond. World Bank Support For Affected Countries The institution said it would use its […]

International

IEA Warns Global Economy Faces Major Threat

By BPN News Desk March 23, 2026

The head of the International Energy Agency has warned that the global economy is facing a major threat as the current energy shock combines elements of past oil crises with fresh gas market disruption. Speaking in Canberra, IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said the ongoing conflict has created one of the most serious energy emergencies […]

National

Centre Sets Up Fund To Tackle Global Risks

By BPN News Desk March 14, 2026

The Centre has proposed a new economic stabilisation fund of Rs 57,381 crore to help India respond to global economic pressures, supply chain disruptions and other external shocks. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the move is aimed at giving the government fiscal flexibility at a time when global uncertainty, including the West Asia conflict, is […]