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World Economic Outlook Report Warns of a New Inflation Wave Weakening Emerging Markets' Capacity

The latest International Monetary Fund report on the World Economic Outlook for 2026 has cast a shadow of concern over fiscal policymakers, projecting a slight resurgence in global inflation rates thi...

The Iraqi Dinar Faces Renewed Pressure as the Dollar Continues to Rise in the Parallel Market

Concerns have returned to loom over local Iraqi markets with the recording of a new increase in the exchange rates of the US Dollar against the Iraqi Dinar, surpassing the 154,000 dinars per one hundr...

Prime Minister's Advisor Reveals Internal Borrowing Options to Address Funding Gaps

Iraq's public finances are facing a critical test with the emergence of clear revenue gaps, prompting decision-makers to seek sustainable financing alternatives to prevent the stalling of development...

European Economy Faces Severe Pressures with Meager Growth Forecast of 1.1%

Recent economic reports released in mid-April 2026 revealed that the Eurozone is facing a tough test of its economic resilience, with forecasts indicating a meager growth rate not exceeding 1.1% for t...

Gold Heads for Fourth Weekly Gain Amid Hopes for Regional De-escalation

Gold prices recorded noticeable increases on April 17, 2026, heading toward their fourth consecutive weekly gain as investors closely monitor political developments in the Middle East. Despite signs o...

Oil Prices Drop 10% Following the Resumption of Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

Global energy markets witnessed rapid transformations on April 17, 2026, following the announcement of the full resumption of maritime navigation in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, resulting in a shar...

Monetary Policies in a Dilemma Between Curbing Inflation and Supporting Slowing Growth

According to Fitch Ratings, central banks face a real dilemma due to the fallout from the Middle East crisis. With oil prices igniting due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, banks find themselves forced...

Gold Shines as a Safe Haven Amid the Regional Geopolitical Storm

In connection with the Middle East crisis, gold prices have recorded historic highs, surpassing the $2,400 per ounce barrier. Financial Times reports explained that this skyrocketing rise came as a di...

Asian Development Bank Warns of Continental Growth Slowdown to 5.1 Percent Due to Conflicts

The Asian Development Bank issued a stark warning regarding the continent's economic outlook, noting that the pace of growth will experience a significant slowdown, reaching 5.1% this year. The bank a...

Spring Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Kick Off in Washington to Discuss Growth Challenges

The eyes of the entire world are turning toward Washington, D.C., as the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank commence amid highly complex global economic conditi...

Iraqi Concerns Over Repercussions of New US Sanctions on Tehran

The Iraqi government and the Central Bank of Iraq are exploring urgent mechanisms to avoid the fallout from the new package of US economic sanctions imposed on Iran. Concerns in Baghdad are focused on...

Significant Growth in the Digital Banking and Financial Technology Sector in Iraq

In recent months, Iraq has witnessed an unprecedented surge in the use of digital banking applications and electronic payment solutions, with the number of e-wallet and bank card users increasing by o...