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Iran conflict raises oil prices, residents told to expect higher electricity bills in coming months

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Iran conflict raises oil prices, residents told to expect higher electricity bills in coming months

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii’s electricity customers should brace for possible increases in energy costs in the coming months, driven by rising global oil prices linked to rising political tensions, including the ongoing conflict involving Iran. As an island nation that relies heavily on imported fuel for power generation and transportation, Hawaii is very sensitive to … Read more

The third inflation scare in less than a decade is coming: who will pay the price this time? | Aditya Chakraborty

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The third inflation scare in less than a decade is coming: who will pay the price this time? | Aditya Chakraborty

QPerhaps the most well-known author on the oil markets is Daniel Yergin. His work has won a Pulitzer and his advice is sought after by every president from Bill Clinton to Donald Trump. Let’s start by looking at an example. Fifteen years ago, before the US and Israel started their war against Iran, killing thousands … Read more

Fed Chair Powell Warns: Another Supply Chain Scare Is Coming

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Fed Chair Powell Warns: Another Supply Chain Scare Is Coming

The SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY) is down 7% year-to-date through March 30, 2026, while the VIX rose to 30.61 as energy shocks driven by WTI crude oil above $100 a barrel threaten to reverse inflation. Core PCE inflation reached 128.394 in January 2026, its highest figure in 12 months, while the yield of the … Read more

‘Oversold’: Wall Street says relief rally coming for stocks as Iran war drags markets

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Good news for investors: The charity event may finally be on its way. Loading audio description… That’s the word on Wall Street as markets assess the damage caused by the Iran war, which has dragged stocks lower for much of the past month as investors worry about the impact of higher oil prices on the … Read more