Exports

The disaster in Colombia has severely damaged the growing regions and the central port of the world's third-largest coffee producer, and the complete halt of shipments is now raising serious concerns about a price spike in the coming months.

Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad addressed questions on Thursday regarding the impact of US sanctions on oil exports. While acknowledging a recent decline in sales, the minister confirmed that shipments are still ongoing.

The American blockade is reducing oil exports from Iran and weakening its direct influence on the market, but fears of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to drive up oil and diesel prices.

After a prolonged period of stagnation, one of the continent's strongest economies is presenting exceptional growth figures that beat forecasts. What is the surprising factor that led to the radical trend shift and how are the USA connected to the story?

Japan's economy expanded by 1.1% in the second quarter, missing the 2% growth forecast. The slowdown was driven by weak private consumption, which declined for the first time in eight quarters.

The imposition of a 12.5% tariff on Israeli goods in the US threatens company competitiveness. Minimizing the damage requires both immediate business adjustments and active government support.

Following record-low figures in the industry, the resigning president of the Diamond Exchange, Nissim Zuaretz, blames the Prime Minister for an economic failure and warns that without change, companies may leave Israel.

In 2025, Israel's high-tech imports reached a record $19.8 billion, a 10.5% increase. This data highlights the economy's heavy reliance on a narrow cluster of high-tech giants.

Diamond exports since the beginning of the year have plummeted to $2.4 billion, only a third of the volume recorded a decade ago. Diamond Exchange President Nissim Zuaretz, who announced his resignation, highlighted the industry's taxation struggles compared to the competitive advantages offered by Belgium and Dubai.