The Iran war could end up helping China's economy — despite the short-term pain

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Chinese President Xi Jinping applause.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping's administration may face short-term pressure from the Iran war — but longer-term shifts could play to his country's strengths.

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Why Jamie Dimon is optimistic about peace in the Middle East

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"There's so many things moving out there, from deficits to geopolitics, to trade. It's complex, and something can go wrong," JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said of the market.

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'Big Short' investor Michael Burry says falling stocks are Trump's 'kryptonite' in the Iran war

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Michael Burry

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Top economist Steve Hanke says Iran is channeling Muhammad Ali — and could deal a 'knockout blow' to the US

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Steve Hanke.

Steve Hanke

A US F-35 stealth fighter made an emergency landing after flying a combat run over Iran

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A US Air Force F-35 takes flight in the Middle East in support of Operation Epic Fury, March 2, 2026.
A US Air Force F-35 during combat operations against Iran this month.

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What smart people are saying about oil's latest spike to nearly $120 a barrel

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Nobel economist Paul Krugman warned a prolonged oil shock could trigger stagflation.

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A-10 Warthogs are 'in the fight' against Iran and hunting down its fast-attack boats, top US general says

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A US A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft flying in the Middle East
A US A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft flying in the Middle East

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3 big takeaways from the Fed's March meeting

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Jerome Powell hasn't ruled out remaining on the FOMC after his time as chair ends.

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Fed meeting recap: FOMC holds rates steady as oil prices soar

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Fed Chair Jerome Powell

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It's the second Fed day of 2026, and America's economic woes are making headlines.

Polymarket bettors tried to make a reporter change his story about Iran missile strike — or else

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