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Economy
Pakistan’s Daily Fuel Pricing Drives Sharp Rise in Petrol, Diesel Costs
DID Press: Pakistan has recorded a sharp increase in fuel prices following the introduction of a daily pricing mechanism, raising concerns over higher transportation costs and mounting inflationary pressures. Under the new policy, the government has again increased petrol and…
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Economy
Brent Oil Nears $100 as Middle East Tensions Rattle Energy Markets
DID Press: Brent crude prices have moved closer to $100 per barrel as escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and growing disruptions to key maritime shipping routes fuel concerns over global energy supplies and inflationary pressures. Rising security risks in…
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Afghanistan
Fuel Prices Surge Across Herat Amid Rising Energy Costs
DID Press: Fuel prices have risen sharply across Afghanistan’s western province of Herat, with the cost of petrol, diesel, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) climbing simultaneously, raising concerns among residents and transport operators over continued inflation. According to local market…
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Afghanistan
World Bank: Afghanistan Economy Shows Modest Recovery, but Per Capita Income Drops 5.6%
DID Press: World Bank has reported that Afghanistan’s economy continues to show a modest recovery; however, rising population pressures and returning migrants have offset gains, resulting in a decline in living standards. In its latest “Afghanistan Economic Monitoring” report, the…
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Afghanistan
Gold Prices Fall as Kabul Market Sees Stable Week
DID Press: Gold prices declined in Kabul this week, marking the most notable change in an otherwise stable economic landscape, while the prices of essential goods and fuel remained largely unchanged. According to market data from Kabul, the price of…
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Afghanistan
Iran Becomes Afghanistan’s Main Trade Corridor
DID Press: World Food Programme (WFP) says Iran has become Afghanistan’s most important trade corridor following prolonged disruptions along Pakistan’s borders, with around 60% of Afghanistan’s trade now flowing through western routes via Iran. The report, released on Friday, states…
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Afghanistan
Afghanistan Faces Growth–Poverty Paradox Amid Strong Macroeconomic Expansion
DID Press: Recent assessments by the World Bank and the United Nations indicate that Afghanistan is experiencing strong macroeconomic growth while simultaneously facing worsening poverty, declining purchasing power, and increasing living pressures. According to the report, Afghanistan’s economy recorded an…
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Economy
US War Costs Linked to Iran Conflict Exceed $132B
DID Press: The New York Times reports, citing economic and security data, that the United States’ costs related to military and strategic confrontations involving Iran have surpassed $132 billion, placing significant financial pressure on taxpayers and consumers. According to estimates…
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Economy
Energy Shock Pushes Inflation Higher in US
DID Press: Rising energy prices and a sharp increase in transportation costs are adding renewed inflationary pressure in the United States, complicating expectations for interest rate cuts as policymakers face persistent price pressures across key sectors. Analysis cited by The…
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Afghanistan
Azizi Bank Chief: Afghanistan’s Banking System Has Remained Stable Under Sanctions
DID Press: Head of Azizi Bank has stated that Afghanistan’s banking sector has maintained stability and resilience in recent years despite international sanctions and economic pressure. Mirwais Azizi said the performance of the country’s financial system has surprised many international…
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