Why a War in the Middle East Is Hitting Australians at the Petrol Pump
Australia's economic insulation is no longer guaranteed by geography, as geopolitical unrest in the Middle East can swiftly impact its economy through international energy markets.
Migrant workers keep Dubai running but can't afford to flee Iranian strikes
Migrant workers in Dubai face increased risks amid regional conflict, highlighting their crucial role in the city's economy and the precariousness of their lives.
America's $38 trillion debt crisis is already here. The reckoning comes next | Fortune
Despite strong economic indicators, the U.S. faces a critical fiscal crisis with national debt projected to reach 120% of GDP within a decade, requiring urgent bipartisan reform before gradual decline becomes sudden collapse.
America's never had such high national debt heading into an economic shock. We need a 'break glass' plan, think tank warns | Fortune
U.S. national debt now equals 100% of GDP, the highest since World War II, leaving the country severely unprepared for the next economic crisis with limited fiscal capacity to respond.
America's $38 trillion debt crisis is already here. The reckoning comes next | Fortune
Despite strong economic indicators, the U.S. faces a critical fiscal crisis with national debt projected to reach 120% of GDP within a decade, requiring urgent bipartisan reform before gradual decline becomes sudden collapse.
America's never had such high national debt heading into an economic shock. We need a 'break glass' plan, think tank warns | Fortune
U.S. national debt now equals 100% of GDP, the highest since World War II, leaving the country severely unprepared for the next economic crisis with limited fiscal capacity to respond.
Africa particularly vulnerable as Iran conflict disrupts supply chains, say experts
Middle East conflict disrupts fertiliser supplies to Africa through the Strait of Hormuz, threatening food security and increasing costs for vulnerable populations dependent on imports.
AI capex and the 'wealth effect' from tech stocks (like Nvidia) now drive one-third of U.S. GDP, top analysts say | Fortune
AI capital expenditures and tech stock wealth gains accounted for approximately one-third of U.S. GDP growth in Q4 2025, creating economic vulnerability to investor sentiment shifts.
SNAP cuts will disproportionately impact lesbian and bisexual women, transgender people
The current Budget Reconciliation Bill, referred to as Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' would cause around seven million people to lose or see a reduction in SNAP benefits.