The muted initial reaction to last week’s killing of an Iranian general points to confidence that shipping lanes will be unaffected.
Tag: Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
How Aramco’s Huge I.P.O. Fell Short of Saudi Prince’s Wish
As investors balked, some bankers and Saudi officials still hoped to achieve the crown prince’s target price of $2 trillion. They wound up settling for less.
Trump Warns Trade Talks With China May Last Past 2020 Election
The president said he was in no rush to complete a deal, injecting further uncertainty into a dispute that has rocked global markets.
Iran Strengthens Response to Protests
The authorities say “six main elements” of unrest in Tehran were arrested. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said he had received nearly 20,000 videos and other evidence from Iran of a violent suppression.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Condemns Protesters as ‘Thugs’
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s support of a gas price increase signals a potential crackdown on demonstrations.
To Drive Down Insulin Prices, W.H.O. Will Certify Generic Versions
About 80 million people with diabetes around the world need the hormone, and half of them can’t afford it. Creating competition could help, the agency said.
Flood of Oil Is Coming, Complicating Efforts to Fight Global Warming
New supplies from Brazil, Canada, Guyana and Norway may add to a glut, posing a threat to producers in Saudi Arabia, Russia and the United States.
Chile Unrest Spreads, With 15 Deaths Reported in Violence
The protests started over a small transit fare increase, but have gained momentum over stagnant wages despite economic growth.
After Fare Hike Stirs Violent Unrest in Chile, President Suspends It
Demonstrations in Santiago devolved into looting and arson on Friday and Saturday.
India Isn’t Letting a Single Onion Leave the Country
India’s government bans the export of onions in order to lower rising domestic prices, causing great pain to neighboring countries.