South Lebanon economy pays heavy price for Hizbullah's war

Economy 2024-05-15

South Lebanon economy pays heavy price for Hizbullah's war

Costs to the Lebanese economy are estimated at $4 billion, half from heavy destruction, displacement and loss of livelihoods in the south.

Egypt maintains wheat supply despite facing challenges with Russian exports

Economy 2024-05-13

Egypt maintains wheat supply despite facing challenges with Russian exports

A recent move by Russia to delay a wheat shipment to Egypt, ostensibly because the paperwork was not in place, was in reality a message to Cairo about its dealings with other countries.

Red Sea attacks trigger surge in profits for Houthis

Economy 2024-04-17

Red Sea attacks trigger surge in profits for Houthis

Increased imports through Houthi-controlled ports have led to bigger revenues for the Iran-backed group, while ports under government control -- and Yemeni civilians -- suffer.

Houthis mint new coin amid financial crisis they created

Economy 2024-04-10

Houthis mint new coin amid financial crisis they created

The new 100-YER coin is a sign of the economic pressure the Houthis are feeling -- and imposing on Yemen -- as a result of their Red Sea aggression.

EU gas deal reflects strategic decision by Cairo to limit Russian influence

Economy 2024-04-02

EU gas deal reflects strategic decision by Cairo to limit Russian influence

The new strategic partnership deal includes billions in credit to help Egypt weather a severe economic crisis and stepped up gas and energy flows to Europe.

Ramadan in Yemen 'worst in a decade' amid Houthis' disruption

Economy 2024-03-24

Ramadan in Yemen 'worst in a decade' amid Houthis' disruption

Consumer demand is low and so is inventory during the holy month of Ramadan, which is usually a peak season for shoppers and merchants.

Yemen food aid distribution hindered by Houthis' actions

Economy 2024-03-17

Yemen food aid distribution hindered by Houthis' actions

Hunger has become more widespread in Yemen as aid agencies face increasing difficulties amid the Houthis' ongoing attacks in the Red Sea.

Iran-aligned militias cripple Syrian economy with cross-border smuggling

Economy 2024-03-15

Iran-aligned militias cripple Syrian economy with cross-border smuggling

Illegally imported products are putting Syrian industrial and agricultural operations out of business and drastically reducing income for families in areas adjacent to the border.

Iran plans to establish economic zone with military agenda in Yemen's Ras Issa

Economy 2024-03-09

Iran plans to establish economic zone with military agenda in Yemen's Ras Issa

An Iranian presence in Ras Issa would enable the IRGC to facilitate the delivery of weapons and contraband and would further Iranian influence in the Horn of Africa.

Red Sea crisis heralds another hard Ramadan in Yemen

Economy 2024-03-04

Red Sea crisis heralds another hard Ramadan in Yemen

Poverty rates are soaring in Yemen as the holy month approaches, and the cost of basic food items has gone up amid the Houthis' ongoing attacks on sea shipping lanes.