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Macro Monday Ep107: What the surge in energy prices means for the world economy

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As the conflict in the Gulf continues, energy prices have risen sharply. Chris Holdsworth Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, examines the impact on global inflation and growth, as well as on President Donald Trump’s popularity ahead of the US midterm elections later this year.
9 Mar English South Africa Business · Investing

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