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Iran Strikes Tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Shipping Costs Hit $1M Per Day
Iran struck a Togo-flagged tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on September 18. Shipping costs have surged to $1.035 million per day, the first time exceeding seven figures, as geopolitical risk drives up insurance premiums and freight rates.
Senate Democrat Blocks Data Center Bill; Trump Pushes Thune for Floor Vote
Senate Democrat Martin Heinrich blocked the Ratepayer Protection Act on Thursday, saying the bill doesn’t go far enough to force data centers to pay for grid upgrades. Trump is now pushing Senate Majority Leader Thune to bring it to a floor vote.
German Diesel Hits Record €2.45 Per Litre as EU Weighs Windfall Tax
German diesel prices hit record €2.45/litre on September 18. SPD demands price cap from oil firms within 14 days or faces government intervention. EU finance ministers discuss windfall tax on energy companies.
Senate Democrat Blocks Data Center Bill, Halting Consumer Protection Measure
Senate Democrat Martin Heinrich blocked the Ratepayer Protection Act on September 17, saying the bill’s voluntary standards lack enforcement teeth. The House passed it 417-3 the day before.
Fed Hikes 25bps to 3.75%-4%, Hong Kong Follows With Rate Rise
Fed raises rates to 3.75%-4% for first time since 2023. HKMA hikes base rate to 4.25%. Inflation concerns drive unanimous decision despite Trump opposition.
Fed Raises Rates to 3.75%-4% for First Time Since 2023; Trump Demands 1%
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates to 3.75%-4% on September 16, 2026, the first hike since July 2023. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh cited elevated inflation and a strong economy. President Trump demanded rates be cut to 1% or lower.
Harper Backs Canada’s Trade Pivot as EU Offers Associate Membership
Stephen Harper says Canada had no choice but to abandon US trade talks. PM Carney seeks EU alliance and unveils $36B tax incentive to attract $1 trillion in investment over five years.
EU Offers Canada First-Ever ‘Associate Member’ Status Amid US Trade Tensions
EU offers Canada unprecedented ‘associate member’ status as trade war with US intensifies. Von der Leyen and PM Carney announce closer ties on energy, AI, defence and critical minerals.
UPI Ends Free Era: 0.4% Fee on Merchant Payments Above ₹2,000 From October 15
NPCI introduces 0.4% MDR on UPI merchant payments above ₹2,000 from October 15, 2026. P2P transfers and transactions under ₹2,000 remain free. Small merchants earning up to ₹1 lakh monthly pay zero fees.