timef 03/19/2026

Supply allocations are being set by who needs the gas the most. Semiconductors are at the "top of the pecking order," said helium consultant Phil Kornbluth.

The trade organization said that a slowdown in trade in 2026 could become even more extreme if the war in the Middle East persists.

Jerome H. Powell, the Fed chair, wants to keep the central bank’s policy options open as officials stare down another economic shock that threatens to stoke inflation and crimp growth.

Traders expect Europe’s central bankers to raise rates several times this year to address a sharp increase in inflation because of higher energy prices.

Attacks on oil and natural gas facilities this week could make it much harder for Persian Gulf countries to rebuild and restart production when the war eventually end.

Our chief economics correspondent, Ben Casselman, breaks down how gasoline prices have responded to the oil crisis in the Persian Gulf, and what is in store for inflation if the price of oil remains above $100 per barrel.

President Donald Trump's National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett said Sunday that the war has already cost $12 billion.

Uber plans to invest up to $1.25 billion in Rivian as part of a deal to deploy up to 50,000 robotaxis in several countries through 2031.

Lilly is betting big on retatrutide as the next pillar of its obesity portfolio after its weight loss injection Zepbound and its upcoming pill, orforglipron. 

The chair of the Federal Reserve said that he might not leave the central bank any time soon, setting up a potential clash with President Trump.

Wednesday's blockbuster earnings were not enough to stop shares in Micron Technology from falling 5.5% in pre-market trading. 

People in China are rushing to buy preowned computers to try OpenClaw with demand for MacBooks particularly high, according to one reseller.

Iran's Gulf neighbors have said attacks on energy infrastructure won't "go unanswered," but, so far, they have not hit back at Iran. That stance could change soon.

The tech giant is one of several Chinese AI firms that have been rushing to catch up to U.S. companies in the AI race.

A rate cut in the next few months could signal major problems in the economy.

Silicon Valley’s young coders are getting creative with this new technology. They also worry they’re not spending enough time with it.

Gold and silver prices moved lower on Thursday.

Across both of his terms, President Trump has granted clemency to more than 70 allies, donors and others convicted in fraud cases.

Japan is deploying subsidies to blunt fuel price increases but remains vulnerable to the long-term economic risks of the war in the Middle East.

A major escalation in attacks on energy infrastructure during the Iran war has sent oil prices higher and global stocks back into the red.

European stocks are expected to slump at the open on Thursday as the Iran war escalates following attacks on Iranian and Qatari energy infrastructure.

The Iran war has caused turmoil to cargo routes through the Middle East, as shipping and airports have been targeted.

The war in Iran has upset the economic equilibrium Europe threatening energy supplies, growth and the outlook for consumer prices, upsetting economic forecasts.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara told reporters "A significant policy shift is not something that is happening right now."

Asian technology stocks fell on Thursday as Iran's latest attacks on Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City and a surge in oil prices rattled investor sentiment.

Interim part‑time chairman, Keki Mistry, said that Atanu Chakraborty, had not provided the board with any evidence or details of the alleged unethical practices.

Attacks on major energy facilities in Iran and Qatar injected new uncertainty into the outlook for oil and gas prices.

Gold-backed lending, a billion-dollar industry, is reshaping India’s retail credit landscape and drawing global investors to the sector.

Inflation and its consequences for growth is a growing concern for countries where memories of the 2022 energy crisis are fresh.

World leaders are scrambling to contain a spiraling Middle East conflict on Thursday after Israel and Iran traded strikes on gas production facilities.

The Bank of Japan kept its rates steady at 0.75% as expected, but noted that inflation risks now are tilted to the upside due to the Iran war.

Global markets slid after the Federal Reserve held rates steady and warned of persistent inflation, while an Iranian missile strike caused “extensive damage” to Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG hub, heightening fears of a fresh energy shock.

Oil prices jumped as markets react to escalating tensions after Qatar said Iranian missile strikes damaged a key liquefied natural gas export facility.

Labubu is set to hit the big screen in a deal with Sony Pictures.

Investors in Asia will look toward the Bank of Japan decision, which is expected to hold rates at 0.75%.

Iran's Revolutionary Guard had threatened to attack energy facilities in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Jerome H. Powell, who leads the central bank, also said he would not leave the Fed until a criminal investigation into his handling of renovations was over.

China's ClawdBot use is soaring as tech giants hold meet-ups to help everyone add the artificial intelligence digital assistant to their devices.

Powell says he will keep serving as head of the central bank if his nominated successor is not confirmed.

Many founders assume growth slows because of product or market issues. In reality, unclear and undisciplined communication often becomes the hidden bottleneck.

President Donald Trump tapped Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., to replace Kristi Noem as the head of the Department of Homeland Security.

When a serious complaint hits your business, the difference between chaos and control comes down to how prepared your team is in that first moment.

Knowing your lane leads to more of the good kind of control, not less.

The outbreak has sickened people in California, Texas and Florida. The agency said Cheddar cheese products from Raw Farm are “the likely source,” but the company denies it and has not recalled them.

When scaling exposes friction, unreliable connectivity is often one of the hidden forces quietly getting in the way.

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released its decision in interest rates.

As AI accelerates, the real competitive advantage may belong to those who can separate identity from output and lead without defensiveness.

Waiting for the "right" time to start a franchise often delays action, when success depends more on preparation and execution than perfect timing.

Camille K. Manaois, a 25-year-old social media strategist, recently landed a job by using an old-school tactic.

Johnson & Johnson said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved its once-daily psoriasis pill, the first oral option to rival best-selling shots.

The field is part of a vast gas reservoir shared by Iran and Qatar. The strike appeared to be one of the most significant attacks on an energy site since the U.S.-Israeli air war against Iran began.

The former head of Disney's theme parks division officially becomes CEO Wednesday, taking over from Bob Iger as the company's stock stalls.

Oil prices are soaring, threatening a wider problem with inflation, but the president has insisted that borrowing costs must be lowered.

The Federal Reserve must contend with price readings that seem headed in opposite directions.

See how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

The U.S. central bank is widely expected to hold interest rates steady as officials assess the economic fallout from the war with Iran.