US intensifies economic pressure on Iran after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz
The government of the United Arab Emirates blamed Iran, which did not provide immediate comments.
Ukraine may halve agricultural exports due to Black Sea port closures
According to him, this month the volume of grain exports has decreased to 590,000 tons, which is only 30% of the planned amount.
Romania suspends operation of its only nuclear power plant due to record low water levels in the Danube
The operation of another reactor at this plant was suspended last month.
Britain unexpectedly leads G7 in growth rates — but war with Iran could undermine success
Britain leads G7 growth but faces economic risks from Iran war and energy prices.
US budget deficit in July rose to $432.3 billion — the highest in over five years
The July deficit was $432.3 billion, about 48% more than the same month last year, and the largest monthly deficit since March 2021.
Russia imports gasoline from India for the first time amid Ukrainian attacks on refineries
Bloomberg reported this on August 12, citing data from Kpler.
Record in France: 13 nuclear reactors simultaneously unavailable due to heat and jellyfish
France’s EDF recorded a record 20.4% unavailability of nuclear reactors due to heat and jellyfish.
U.S. Treasury permanently cancels requirement to disclose owners of American companies
However, according to the Treasury Department’s clarification, they no longer have to identify Americans who help them register businesses in the U.S.
Extreme heat in Europe could cost EU economies 180 billion euros
France will face the largest losses among the major member states.
Norwegian state fund earns $184 billion profit in first half amid tech stock growth
The Norwegian state fund earned a profit of $184.3 billion in the first half of the year.