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Japan's largest snack maker will switch to black-and-white labels by the end of May 2026 because of a naphtha shortage caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The February 2026 U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran have triggered worldwide shortages of fuel, metals, fertilizer ingr…
news.sky.comTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an investigation into several commercial driving schools accused of providing substandard training, including to non-English speakers, violating federal and state laws. This follows federal actions against sham schools and recent fa…
koreatimes.co.krChevron's chief executive officer appeared on CNBC's 'Squawk Box' to review the company's first-quarter earnings. The executive highlighted portfolio resilience and addressed production impacts from the Middle East conflict and Iran war. A key concern raised was the potential nee…
insidermonkey.comThe Strait of Hormuz has been closed for two months, prompting shipowners to use alternative land routes and reroute vessels around Africa. Congestion builds at ports like Jeddah, while Red Sea tensions exacerbate shifts in global container traffic. Costs and transit times have r…
Fox NewsThe ongoing Iran war is disrupting global supply chains, leading to higher costs for condom production materials and shipping delays, according to the world's largest condom manufacturer. Karex, based in Malaysia, reported increases in silicone oil prices and shortages of synthet…
reviewjournal.comDemocrats in the U.S. Senate plan to force a sixth vote this week on a resolution to limit military actions in Iran. Oil prices have risen amid stalled talks, and supply disruptions from the conflict have increased printed circuit board prices. Iranian officials engaged in diplom…
mg.co.zaDrivers in Ethiopia's capital are waiting for days to obtain petrol due to a fuel shortage. The crisis is linked to supply chain disruptions from the war on Iran. Al Jazeera reported on the situation in Addis Ababa.
BBC NewsThe UK government is intensifying preparations for potential shortages in food and fuel due to the ongoing Iran war and closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Ministers are holding twice-weekly meetings to monitor supply chains, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer set to chair a Cabin…
thehindu.comSupply chain and fuel disruptions from the Middle East crisis have negatively affected many Indian factories. However, cotton yarn producers in India are ramping up output in response to high demand from China. The situation highlights contrasting impacts within India's manufactu…
theolivepress.esFrench food company Danone announced that its first-quarter sales growth in 2026 surpassed expectations. The company highlighted negative impacts from a baby formula recall in Europe and supply disruptions linked to the Iran war on its specialized nutrition segment. Specific sale…
techjuice.pkDisruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to conflict with Iran have increased costs for Chinese manufacturers of Christmas decorations. These manufacturers, primarily based in Yiwu, report higher prices for materials like plastic derived from oil. As a result, prices for Christmas…
france24.comOil prices have increased in response to recent strikes on Iran. This development has led to higher gasoline costs, affecting consumer prices broadly. The oil market features multiple global suppliers, which typically allow for price stabilization after initial spikes, unlike rar…