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Global economy

Mar 9, 2026

Oil shock raises stagflation fears across global markets

Rising oil prices and Middle East tensions are fueling fears of stagflation, pushing inflation higher, rattling bonds and creating new risks for global markets.

Mar 6, 2026

Iran war disrupts global trade, oil prices and supply chains

War with Iran is disrupting global trade routes, driving oil prices higher and squeezing supplies of key materials, raising inflation and recession fears.

Mar 2, 2026

Iran war raises risks to US economic resilience, growth

The Iran war is raising risks for the US economy as oil prices rise, shipping lanes face disruption and analysts warn of inflation and slower global growth.

Oct 30, 2025

US-China trade deal eases tariffs, revives soybean sales

The U.S. and China reached a trade deal reducing tariffs, restoring soybean imports and easing export controls after years of economic tension.

Oct 8, 2025

Financial leaders warn of possible AI investment bubble

The Bank of England and IMF warn of a possible AI investment bubble, citing soaring tech stock prices and overvaluation similar to the dot-com era.

Jul 28, 2025

Trump trade and immigration moves spark global risk

Trump’s aggressive trade and immigration policies aim for U.S. strength but risk long-term global stability without a strategic, coordinated approach.

Jul 11, 2025

Trump plans 35% tariffs on Canadian goods amid tensions

Trump announces plan to raise tariffs on Canadian imports to 35% starting Aug. 1, escalating trade tensions and risking impacts on the global economy.

Jun 13, 2025

Oil prices surge 7% as stocks fall on Middle East tensions

Oil prices soared and U.S. stocks dropped after Israel’s strike on Iran raised fears of disrupted crude supply and global economic instability.

Apr 2, 2025

Trump announces sweeping new tariff plan

President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries and higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade surpluses with the United States, threatening to upend much of the architecture of the global economy and trigger broader trade wars.

Jul 27, 2022

Keeping Colorado Competitive  

It takes a constant and coordinated effort to steady and direct the country’s economic future. And as the US remains a global leader in innovation, investments, and creativity, states like […]