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Iran’s jobless rate improves 0.4% YOY to 7.2%

Iran’s unemployment rate for the third quarter of the country’s calendar year (September 22 – December 21, 2024) has been reported at 7.2%, showing a 0.4% decline compared to that of last year’s corresponding period.

Macro Economy

Iran’s non-oil trade up 18% in 11 months

Iran’s Minister of Economy Abdolnasser Hemmati says that 11 months into the Iranian calendar year, the country has witnessed an 18% growth in non-oil trade.

Trade

Kazakh trade minister visits Iran Chamber of Commerce

Kazakhstan’s Minister of Trade, Arman Shakkaliyev visited Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) where he met ICCIMA President Samad Hassanzadeh on February 15, 2025.

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Iran, Kazakhstan urged to lift banking, transportation hurdles to reach $3 billion trade target

Iran and Kazakhstan are working to expand their bilateral trade to over $3 billion, but unresolved banking and transportation issues remain key obstacles, President of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) said on Saturday.

Iran Chamber

Spain’s minimum wage reflects consultations with trade unions and business associations

Spain has steadily raised its minimum wage to improve fair pay and reduce inequality. While unions support these increases, some businesses worry about potential impacts on employment and competitiveness.

World Economy

Iraq still able to import gas from Iran despite US sanctions shift

Iraq remains capable of importing gas from Iran despite the US decision to revoke a sanctions waiver, according to an Iranian energy official familiar with the matter.

Energy

France’s minimum wage struggles to balance worker protection and economic reform

France’s minimum wage system, designed to protect workers’ purchasing power, is facing growing calls for reform. While it ensures stability, critics argue that it may stifle economic growth.

World Economy

Turkmenistan to supply gas to Turkey via Iran

Turkey and Turkmenistan have reached an agreement to begin the flow of Turkmen natural gas to Turkey starting March 1, with the gas being transported via Iran’s existing pipeline network.

Energy

US not able to zero Iran’s crude export, says oil minister

Iran’s Oil Minister said on Sunday that US efforts to bring the country’s crude exports to zero have failed and will never be achieved, in response to recent comments by US President Donald Trump about increasing pressure on Tehran.

Energy

Iran’s monthly PMI continues to fall for a second month in a row

Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has released the country’s new PMI data for the fiscal month of Dey (December 21, 2024 – January 19, 2025), which has continued to fall after it witnessed a sharp decline in the previous month.

Macro Economy