Western media report that a breakthrough in nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran is unlikely for now, and that the probability of a military conflict between the two countries could reach 90% in the coming weeks. Markets are already reacting: on February 18, oil prices rose about 4%, to $65 per barrel for WTI and $70 for Brent.

As 2025 nears, analysts at Capital Economics noted this week that they anticipate a slight rebound for most major global economies after a tough second half of 2024, News.Az reports.

lead- China's economy has seen a modest recovery from the significant slowdown that began with the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and the subsequent restrictive policies. However, the country still faces substantial economic challenges. Despite this, it remains a crucial player in the global economy and the largest emerging market.