Gold Prices Fall As Dollar Gains Strength

By BPN News Desk April 23, 2026

Markets

Gold prices fell further on Thursday as investors shifted toward the U.S. dollar amid uncertainty over Iran talks and expectations that U.S. interest rates could stay higher for longer. The decline came as rising oil prices added to inflation concerns, reducing the appeal of non-yielding assets

International

UK Inflation Rises To 3.3% In March

By BPN News Desk April 22, 2026

UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March, up from 3.0% in February, as higher fuel prices pushed up the cost of living. The increase was sharper than many expected and marked a fresh inflation setback, with transport costs playing a major role in the latest rise. UK Inflation Rises To 3.3% In March Official data […]

International

UK Economy Grows Before Iran War Impact

By BPN News Desk April 16, 2026

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 than market forecasts, but economists say […]

International

US Inflation Hits Two Year High On Fuel

By BPN News Desk April 11, 2026

U.S. inflation climbed to its highest level in nearly two years in March as soaring gasoline prices pushed up consumer costs and added fresh pressure on household budgets. The latest data showed fuel costs playing the biggest role in the overall rise, with the spike linked to energy market disruption caused by the Iran conflict […]

International

Pakistan Fuel Prices Surge Amid Oil Shock

By BPN News Desk April 3, 2026

Pakistan Fuel Prices Surge Amid Oil Shock Pakistan has announced another sharp increase in fuel prices as global crude markets remain volatile during the Middle East conflict. The new rates, which take effect from Friday, mark the second major revision in less than a month and are expected to add further pressure on inflation and […]

Op-Eds Opinion

Strait of Hormuz Crisis: How the World Paid for a War That Solved Nothing

By BPN News Desk March 31, 2026

A month into the conflict, the numbers tell a story that political speeches are carefully avoiding. Oil prices have surged, shipping lanes are disrupted, and inflationary pressure is building across continents. Yet, despite all the military action, the central objectives remain unresolved. No decisive rollback of Iran’s nuclear program, no regime change, no lasting

International

New Zealand Warns Inflation May Rise Higher

By BPN News Desk March 30, 2026

New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis has warned that inflation could rise far more sharply this year if the Iran war continues and causes deeper disruption to global supply chains. Her comments come as energy prices remain under pressure and policymakers assess the economic fallout of a prolonged conflict in West Asia. New Zealand Warns […]

National

Domestic LPG Price Hiked By ₹60 Amid West Asia Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Title: Domestic LPG Price Hiked By ₹60 Amid West Asia Conflict Domestic cooking gas prices in India have been increased by ₹60 per cylinder as global energy markets react to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The revision was implemented by state-run oil marketing companies as rising international fuel prices and supply disruptions begin affecting […]

International

US Treasury Scott Bessent Revises View On Tariffs And Inflation

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he was mistaken in earlier comments suggesting tariffs would significantly drive inflation, stating updated economic data showed a more limited price impact than previously expected. Scott Bessent Revises Tariff Inflation View Bessent clarified that earlier assessments overstated the inflationary effect of tariffs on consumer

Business Finance

RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged After Budget

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the benchmark repo rate unchanged in its first monetary policy decision after the Union Budget, maintaining its cautious approach amid moderating inflation and steady economic growth signals. RBI Repo Rate Decision After Budget The Monetary Policy Committee decided to hold the repo rate steady, signalling continuity in its […]