Global Economy Briefing — March 7, 2026

2026-03-07 - 08:03

The Big Three 1 WTI crude blasted through $80 for the first time since January 2025 as the Iran conflict entered its sixth day — Brent hit $85 and oil posted its biggest weekly gain since 2022, hammering the Dow 1.6% and erasing its 2026 gains. 2 UK Construction PMI plunged to 44.5 in February