Business UK food inflation hits two-year low, but is the worst over? Food price inflation slowed to its lowest level since August 2024, although industry experts warn fresh cost pressures are building Teena Jose Jul 22, 2026
Editorial US and Iran reach deal to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz Few details of the agreement were made public, but US president Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil supplies, would reopen following the signing. Vivek Mishra Jun 15, 2026
Business Oil prices hit three-month low as shares rally on Hormuz reopening hopes Markets rallied after Washington and Tehran signalled a breakthrough to end months of conflict Teena Jose Jun 15, 2026
Featured Economy shrinks for first time since August as Middle East war hits ONS data shows services output fell as cancellations of Formula 1 and other events affected British firms Eastern Eye Jun 12, 2026
Business Saudi Aramco chief warns oil market disruption may last until 2027 Strait of Hormuz tensions are continuing to strain global fuel supplies and shipping routes. Teena Jose May 11, 2026
Business 5 ways the Iran war could hit the economy harder in coming months Maersk warns the real impact of the conflict may only start showing later this year. Teena Jose May 07, 2026
Business Shell’s war-driven profit surge reignites windfall tax calls from environmental groups Campaigners renew windfall tax calls after oil giant benefits from soaring energy prices during Iran conflict. Teena Jose May 07, 2026
Editorial Explained: Why the US paused Project Freedom and ended Operation Epic Fury Project Freedom was a US military effort to escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Eastern Eye May 06, 2026