Morning News: March 3, 2026

Global Economy Is Facing the Prospect of Another Profound Shock

War, Oil and the World Economy

Trump Doesn’t Want Democracy in Iran or Anywhere. He Wants Puppets

Trump’s War on Iran Has Traders Staring Down an Energy Crisis

Oil Rally Builds as ‘Staggering’ Middle East War Jolts Energy

The US Has to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Soon as Possible

Airlines Grapple With Disruptions That ‘Far Surpass’ Previous Middle East Conflicts

‘Black Swan’ Risks Stalk Container Carriers in Avoiding Iran War

Tech Developer Syzygy Signs Deals Targeting Massive Boost in Sustainable Jet Fuel Supply

Coal Power’s Comeback Isn’t Spurring New Investment

Norway Wealth Fund Makes First Investment in US Renewable Energy Assets

Dubai’s Status as a Swiss-Style Haven Is Starting to Crack

Don’t Confuse the Iran War’s MAGA Critics With Most Republicans

What the Iran Strikes Could Mean for U.S. Inflation

Dollar Set for Biggest Surge in a Year as Inflation Fears Mount

Dimon Says Exuberant Market Doesn’t Match ‘Fine’ Economy

Is Free Trade Worth the Cost in Lives Lost?

Will Another Wave of Tariff Uncertainty Hold Economy Back?

The Unexpected Winners From Trump’s New Global Tariff

Tariffs Confound Small Businesses Again

Even Before He Reaches the Fed, Warsh’s Path to Rate Cuts Is Getting Tougher

Markets Have Evolved. So Should the SEC’s Disclosure Rules

Blackstone’s Flagship Private Credit Fund Hit by Record Redemptions

BlackRock Says Index Funds Alone Aren’t Enough for US Retirees

Palantir Is Back on Wall Street’s Buy List After a 38% Plunge

Is Europe’s AI Darling Mistral Becoming a Consultant?

Jack Dorsey Blamed AI for Block’s Massive Layoffs. Skeptics Aren’t Buying It.

Automakers’ Dilemma: Invest in New Tech or Stick to Gas Cars?

Toyota’s Buyout Deal is a Bigger Win for Elliott Than for Governance

Best Buy Surges After Results, Outlook Better Than Feared

Target Sales Just Fell Again. Now Its New CEO Plans for Turnaround.

Target Surprises With Upbeat Forecast on Improving Demand

Viking Enters Year With Strong Bookings, Earnings Top Estimates

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Posted by on March 3rd, 2026 at 7:06 am


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