Finance Minister Ávila Calls for Higher Inflation Target
Germán Ávila declared on April 15, 2026, that Colombia must abandon its enduring 3% inflation target to accommodate broader economic needs.
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Iran War Threatens Global Trade and Gulf Sovereign Wealth
Qatar’s finance minister declared on April 15, 2026, that the global economy faces a worsening crisis as the war in Iran intensifies.
Trump Threatens to Fire Powell if Fed Chair Refuses to Exit
Donald Trump threatened to remove Jerome Powell if the Federal Reserve chair did not resign, escalating a fight over central-bank independence.
Trump's Hormuz Blockade Risks Conflict With Xi Jinping
Trump's Hormuz blockade risks a wider clash with Xi Jinping by threatening Chinese energy security and global oil flows.
Scaramucci Endorses Trump Blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Anthony Scaramucci endorsed Trump's Hormuz blockade, linking Iran pressure to taxpayer costs, fuel prices and market risk.
Scott Bessent Defends Iran War Costs to British Chancellor
Scott Bessent defended Iran war costs to Rachel Reeves as allies split over energy prices, market stress and exit strategy.
Japan Pledges $10 Billion for Southeast Asian Oil Supply
Japan pledged $10 billion to help Southeast Asian countries manage oil supply costs as crude volatility pressures regional budgets.
Iran War Forces Global Central Banks to Confront Inflation
The Iran war is complicating central-bank inflation policy by raising energy, shipping and currency pressures across major economies.
Treasury Targets July for Restoration of Trump Tariffs
Treasury is targeting July to restore Trump-era tariffs, creating legal, inflation and supply-chain questions for importers and consumers.
Andy Walz Tells Americans to Drive Less to Save on Fuel
Chevron executive Andy Walz told Americans to drive less to ease fuel costs, highlighting the limits of consumer advice during high gasoline prices.
Lagarde Vows to Lead ECB Through Iran War Energy Crisis
Christine Lagarde announced on April 14, 2026, that she would not consider an early exit from the European Central Bank while geopolitical instability threatens the continental economy.
Corporate Leaders Say AI Will Augment Jobs, Not End Them
CEOs at the Semafor World Economy conference said artificial intelligence will enhance human productivity rather than trigger mass unemployment.