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ILO warns 0.84 million deaths yearly linked to work related stress and harassment

ILO warns 0.84 million deaths yearly linked to work related stress and harassment

The ILO says work related stress drives about 0.84 million deaths each year globally, fueled by long working hours, job insecurity, and workplace harassment. The organization estimates the economic cost of these psychosocial pressures reaches 1.37% of global GDP annually, urging stronger protections and safer work environments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Factory input costs surge worldwide as Iran war disrupts supply chains and pricing

Factory input costs surge worldwide as Iran war disrupts supply chains and pricing

Factory input costs are rising across regions as Iran war-linked disruption feeds into delivery delays and price hikes. The pattern complicates readouts of economic health: some growth appears in parts of Europe, but Asian manufacturing is under pressure from higher fuel costs and ongoing uncertainty, threatening recovery momentum.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Iran war drives fuel spikes fueling inflation while consumer confidence collapses worldwide

Iran war drives fuel spikes fueling inflation while consumer confidence collapses worldwide

Surging fuel costs linked to the Iran war are pushing global inflation higher at a rapid pace, while consumer confidence is sliding sharply. As energy prices ripple through everyday spending, households appear increasingly pessimistic, weakening sentiment across major economies and raising pressure on policymakers to manage growth and prices.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Oil prices surge above 110 as Iran escalates attacks across Gulf energy hubs

Oil prices surge above 110 as Iran escalates attacks across Gulf energy hubs

Iran’s escalating strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure have pushed oil above $110 a barrel, including hits tied to Kuwait oil facilities and Abu Dhabi gas processing. The higher energy bill is quickly rippling into global markets, with Europe posting its sharpest inflation rise since 2022 while China’s factories face climbing input costs.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Iran war fears fuel global economic gloom as growth toll climbs across key surveys

Iran war fears fuel global economic gloom as growth toll climbs across key surveys

Fresh business surveys spanning Australia to the US point to worsening sentiment on economic growth, with pessimism increasing alongside sharply accelerating price signals. The surveys suggest the Iran war’s ripple effects may be amplifying uncertainty and costs, leaving businesses cautious on near term demand even as inflation-like pressures build. The widening gap between expectations and reality is raising concern.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
War crisis revives stagflation fears as growth and inflation both worsen globally

War crisis revives stagflation fears as growth and inflation both worsen globally

Global business surveys due this week are expected to show worsening growth and rising inflation after seven weeks of Middle East conflict, with Europe seen as particularly vulnerable. Analysts warn the mix could trigger stagflation—weak economies with stubborn prices—forcing policymakers to reassess interest rate plans based on the latest data from Australia to the US.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Global economy faces tricky rates as Fed hints one cut and Canada holds steady

Global economy faces tricky rates as Fed hints one cut and Canada holds steady

With the US Federal Reserve signaling just one interest-rate cut this year and the Bank of Canada keeping rates unchanged, policymakers are confronting a tough tradeoff. While growth risks are in focus, officials must decide whether to ease borrowing costs or hold firm—underlining how tightly linked global policy decisions now are.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
RBI warns of global financial turmoil while India growth stays steady says Shaktikanta Das

RBI warns of global financial turmoil while India growth stays steady says Shaktikanta Das

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das says the global economy is entering a fresh storm, with financial markets across countries thrown into turmoil. He notes stress is showing up across equity, bond and currency segments. Despite the global volatility, Das adds that economic activity in India remains stable, offering some cushion for the domestic outlook.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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