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SCG warns industrial costs may stay high amid war

Siam Cement Group (SCG), Thailand's largest cement producer and industrial conglomerate, has raised concerns that prolonged war in the Middle East could drive up global energy costs and disrupt raw material supplies, posing significant challenges to its operations.

Bangkok Post

BoT upgrades GDP growth forecast

The Bank of Thailand has upgraded its GDP growth forecast for 2026 to 2.3% from 1.5%, attributed to strong exports, government stimulus and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Bangkok Post

Qatar Airways puts Nations Championship sponsorship on hold due to fallout from war

Qatar Airways has put its £80m sponsorship of rugby union’s new Nations Championship on hold due fallout from the war in the Middle East

The Guardian - UK

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Andy Burnham inches closer to power in Britain as Starmer seeks legacy

Andy Burnham is poised to become Britain's next prime minister unopposed as potential rival Darren Jones declared he won't run. Meanwhile, outgoing leader Keir Starmer, seeking to solidify his legacy, heads to Berlin for crucial talks on Ukraine and the Middle East. Burnham, a former Greater Manchester mayor, secured a…

The Economic Times

Energy to pressure inflation in H2

SCB Economic Intelligence Center (EIC), a research centre under Siam Commercial Bank, expects energy costs will continue to propel inflation in the second half of the year even as the Middle East war shows signs of de-escalation.

Bangkok Post

Bank rate-setter Taylor urges ‘extended hold’ for interest rates

However, he added that the Bank should look at possible cuts if the conflict in the Middle East calms and energy prices sink.

Evening Standard

Iran says won't allow UN inspectors at bombed nuclear sites

Iran declared UN nuclear watchdog inspections at bombed sites are off-limits, despite a US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war. Talks in Switzerland concluded with a 60-day roadmap for broader issues, including Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief. Meanwhile, direct talks between Lebanon and Israel are set to begin…

The Economic Times

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Nasdaq 100 set to shed over $1 trillion as tech selloff deepens; SpaceX slides

Technology stocks came under heavy selling pressure on Tuesday, putting the Nasdaq 100 on track to lose more than $1 trillion in market value. SpaceX slipped below a $2 trillion valuation for the first time since its IPO, while chipmakers and AI-linked megacaps extended losses amid valuation and rate concerns.

The Economic Times

Iran won’t allow UN inspectors at bombed nuclear sites

TEHRAN - Iran said on Tuesday that the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog will not be able to inspect key nuclear sites bombed by the US and Israel last year, as the first round of talks to end the Middle East war wrapped up in Switzerland.

Bangkok Post

How a gulf nation is working on nurturing homegrown talent

The Middle East has become a major hub for world championship events in the last decade. Now, one of the region’s most prominent countries is investing heavily in developing homegrown talent

Motorsport

‘Compound shock effect’: why the Middle East crisis and El Niño could spell disaster in south-east Asia

Millions of tonnes of the world’s food could be lost amid the uncertainties surrounding the strait of Hormuz and the dangers of a ‘Godzilla-strength’ El Niño

The Guardian - AU

Cybersecurity firm Mitigata raises $15 million funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners

Bengaluru-based cybersecurity firm Mitigata has secured $15 million in a funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The capital infusion will fuel headcount expansion, bolster research and development, and drive international market entry into the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Mitigata's AI-powered platform offers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, addressing the escalating…

The Economic Times

Iran war could affect UK energy supply over winter months as warning issued over ‘tight days’

Gas prices for winter are more volatile than in recent years following the conflict in the Middle East and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Fertiliser prices set to fall as Mideast shipments resume

The price of fertilisers is trending downwards, with shipments from the Middle East currently en route to Thailand, says the Commerce Minister.

Bangkok Post

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NYSE Content Update: Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Begins

NEW YORK, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on June 22ndTraders react to the latest developments in…

France 24

Energy crisis: Time for the EU's Independence Day?

The conflict in the Middle East has been a stark reminder that Europe pays a major cost for continuing to depend on imported fossil fuels. Soaring prices are threatening growth and fuelling inflation. Against this backdrop, investments in renewable energy are no longer about meeting climate targets. They are existential,…

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Graham Reveals Trump's Plan to 'Obliterate' Iran and Seize World's Key Oil Route if Peace Talks Fail

US Senator Lindsey Graham warns of a potential military takeover of the Strait of Hormuz if diplomatic talks with Iran fail, highlighting escalating tensions and possible conflict in the Middle East.

Bangkok Post

Still a long way to go

During the past week, global attention focused on the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, bringing months of protracted conflict to a halt.

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The Economic Times

Iran warns US to 'be careful' after Trump threat

Iran has cautioned the US to "be careful" following President Trump's threats to strike over Hezbollah support, even as both nations engage in crucial talks in Switzerland to end the Middle East war. Despite hopes for a new era, disagreements persist, with Iran vowing retaliation and Israel reinforcing its presence…

International Business Times

Despite Trump Threats, US-Iran Talks Veer To A 'Constructive Atmosphere'

US Vice President J D Vance, who kickstarted direct talks with Iranian negotiators, had hinted at progress to end the Middle East conflict. President Donald Trump posted a threatening message aimed at Iran, sparking concerns that the talks could get derailed.

Euronews

These Gulf airlines are offering insurance to entice passengers back to the Middle East

Both Emirates and Etihad Airways have announced new insurance schemes which will protect travellers whose countries still list the region as a no-go zone.

The Economic Times

JD Vance calls ceasefire 'a little messy', says US has made 'great progress' in Iran nuclear talks

US Vice President JD Vance announced significant headway in diplomatic talks with Iran, aiming for a lasting shift in Middle Eastern relations. Speaking from Switzerland, Vance highlighted President Trump's directive to pursue a diplomatic route for resolving regional issues and fostering a new chapter with the Iranian people. The core…

The Economic Times

Aluminum’s war shock blunted by dark transits and Chinese supply

The Iran war triggered one of the biggest shocks to the global aluminum market, raising fears of widespread smelter shutdowns and prices surging above $4,000 a tonne. However, a strong supply response from the Middle East, China and Indonesia helped prevent a full-blown crisis.

Radio France Internationale

Middle East war drives up bitumen costs for African road builders

War in the Middle East is pushing up the price of bitumen, the material used to make asphalt and road surfaces – and the effects are being felt across Africa, where few countries produce their own. Higher costs and longer delivery times are forcing firms from Madagascar to Guinea to…

The Conversation

Can Africa survive the global aid squeeze? Yes, but it will take financial discipline

Africa faces declining aid, rising debt, climate pressure and a weakening global order. Official development assistance, the technical term for foreign aid, fell by 23.1% in 2025, the largest annual contraction on record. It’s projected to decline by a further 5.8% in 2026, before accounting for strain from the current…

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