Event Brief
Indicators show effects of the Gulf war
Filed: May 06, 2026 at 3:04 AM ET
Summary: Monthly surveys show economic activity and confidence have fallen, especially among energy importers.
WHO: Survey respondents
WHAT: Monthly surveys of economic activity and confidence showed sharper declines among energy importers.
WHEN: May 06, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The effects of the Gulf war are reflected in falling economic activity and confidence.
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