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U.S. inflation eased to 2.4% in February, offering the Federal Reserve a rare moment of calm after two years of stubborn price pressures. The latest CPI report showed a steady 0.3% monthly rise, perfectly in line with expectations, while core inflation held at 2.5%. It’s the clearest sign yet that the disinflation trend remains intact, …
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U.S. core wholesale prices rose 0.8% in January 2026, a sharper-than-expected acceleration that has renewed concerns about lingering inflationary pressures across the American economy. The increase, reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, exceeded both December 2025’s 0.6% rise and the consensus expectation of 0.3%, marking one of the strongest monthly gains in recent months. …
Japan’s inflation rate has dipped below the Bank of Japan’s long‑standing 2% target for the first time in almost four years, marking a notable turning point in the country’s post‑pandemic price cycle. Official figures show headline inflation easing to 1.5% in January, ending a 45‑month stretch above the central bank’s benchmark. Slowdown The slowdown reflects …
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The UK’s inflation rate has dropped to 3%, its lowest level since March last year, renewing expectations that the Bank of England (BoE) may soon begin cutting interest rates. The fall, recorded in January, marks a clear reversal from December’s unexpected uptick to 3.4% and reinforces the broader downward trend seen in late 2025. Economists …
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The latest U.S. inflation figures show a modest increase in consumer prices. The annual rate rose to 3.0% in September 2025, up from 2.9% in August. 2025. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.3% month-on-month, slightly below economists’ expectations. Core inflation—which excludes volatile food and energy …
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On 18th September, the Bank of England voted 7–2 to keep interest rates steady at 4%, resisting calls for further easing amid persistent inflationary pressures. The decision follows August’s 25 basis point cut and reflects caution over elevated wage growth and stagnant UK GDP. Inflation held at 3.8% in August, nearly double the Bank’s 2% …
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The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that UK inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in August 2025, matching July’s rate and defying expectations of a slight dip. While this steadiness may offer a glimmer of stability, the underlying story is more complex—and more costly—for British households. 📈 Headline vs. Reality 🥦 …
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The latest inflation data for the month of July 2025 shows a mixed picture for the U.S. economy, as price pressures remain persistent despite signs of cooling in some sectors. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the headline Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index rose 2.6% year-over-year, unchanged from June, while the core PCE …
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The UK’s annual inflation rate climbed to 3.8% in July, marking its highest level since January 2024 and outpacing economists’ forecasts of 3.7%. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) attributed the unexpected rise to soaring airfares, elevated accommodation costs, and persistent food price pressures. Transport costs were the primary driver, with airfares experiencing their steepest …
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On 7th August 2025, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee voted narrowly—5 to 4—in favour of reducing the base interest rate by 0.25% to 4%, marking its lowest level since March 2023. This is the fifth rate cut in a year, aimed at stimulating growth amid sluggish GDP and persistent inflation, which currently stands …
The latest UK inflation figure of 3.6% is a setback for those hoping for a steady decline, especially after May’s 3.4%. With core inflation and food prices also climbing, it’s a sign that underlying price pressures remain stubborn. It further complicates the Bank of England’s path towards interest rate cuts and dents optimism for faster …
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As of June 2025, the U.S. annual inflation rate rose to 2.7%, marking its highest level since February 2025. This uptick was largely driven by new tariffs imposed by President Trump, which increased costs on goods like furniture, clothing, and appliances. On a monthly basis, U.S. consumer prices climbed 0.3% from May to June, up …
Eurozone inflation edged up to 2.0% in June, aligning precisely with the European Central Bank’s (ECB) target and marking a slight increase from 1.9% in May 2025. The small rise was largely driven by persistent services inflation, which climbed to 3.3%, and steady increases in food, alcohol, and tobacco prices at 3.1%. Core inflation, which …
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Japan has been jolted by a dramatic spike in rice prices, which surged by 101.7% year-on-year in May 2025 – the most significant increase in over fifty years. This sharp rise in the cost of the country’s staple food has contributed heavily to Japan’s inflation, which jumped to 3.7%, marking its highest point since January …
In May 2025, U.S. inflation rose by 0.1% from the previous month, bringing the annual inflation rate to 2.4%, slightly below economists’ predictions of 2.5%. Core U.S. inflation, which excludes food and energy, increased by 0.1% month-on-month, with a year-on-year rate of 2.8%. The modest rise was largely offset by falling energy prices, particularly a …
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Inflation in the eurozone fell to 1.9% in May 2025, dropping below the European Central Bank’s (ECB) 2% target for the first time in months. This unexpected decline has sparked discussions about the potential consequences for the region’s economy. The latest data from Eurostat shows that core inflation, which excludes volatile items like energy and …
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Japan’s inflation figures for April 2025 have revealed a continued rise in consumer prices, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) climbing 3.6% year-on-year. This marks a sustained period of inflation above the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) target of 2%, prompting speculation about potential interest rate hikes later in the year. Core inflation, which excludes fresh …
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UK inflation rose to 3.5% in April 2025, exceeding expectations and placing further financial strain on households. The increase, reported by the Office for National Statistics, was driven by higher energy costs, water bills, and taxation pressures on businesses. One of the most striking factors behind the surge was the 26.1% increase in water and …
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April 2025 saw the U.S. inflation rate ease to 2.3%, marking its lowest level since February 2021. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.2% for the month, aligning with expectations but slightly below the forecasted 2.4% annual rate. Core CPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also increased 0.2%, maintaining a 2.8% year-on-year rate. …
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The UK economy displayed unexpected resilience in February 2025, with GDP growing by 0.5%. This figure has exceeded market expectations and provided a welcome boost to UK economic confidence. The growth was fueled by robust activity in the services and manufacturing sectors, which helped counterbalance ongoing challenges in other areas. February’s performance marks a recovery …
Crypto faces market turmoil mid economic concerns The cryptocurrency market has been rocked by significant declines in two of its flagship assets, Bitcoin and Ether. This downturn reflects mounting concerns over broader economic challenges, including inflationary pressures and uncertainties surrounding Trump’s global trade tariffs. Bitcoin, often seen as a digital gold and a hedge against …
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Stocks sold off sharply on Friday 28th March 2025, pressured by growing uncertainty on U.S. trade policy as well as a grim outlook on inflation The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down 715 points at 41,583. The S&P 500 lost 1.97% to close 5,580 ending the week down for the fifth time in the last six weeks. The Nasdaq Composite plunged …
The core personal consumption expenditures price index, a key Fed inflation measure was up 0.4% in February 2025, putting the 12-month inflation rate at 2.8% Consumer spending accelerated 0.4% for the month, below the 0.5% forecast, but personal income posted a 0.8% rise, against the estimate for 0.4%. If we were to combine these higher …
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Japan’s core inflation rate rose to 3% in February, exceeding market expectations of 2.9% This marks the 35th consecutive month that inflation has remained above the Bank of Japan’s 2% target. While the figure is slightly lower than January’s 3.2%, it reflects persistent price pressures, driven by rising food and wage costs. Government subsidies for …
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The Federal Reserve has opted to maintain its federal funds rate within the range of 4.25% to 4.5%, a decision that aligned with market expectations This comes amidst increasing uncertainty surrounding the economic landscape. While the Fed’s current stance is to hold interest rates steady, it has reiterated its intention to implement two rate cuts …
UK inflation rose sharply in January 2025 after airfares failed to fall by as much as usual and private school fees jumped. The higher-than-expected inflation increase to 3% in the year to January 2025, from 2.5% in December 2024, means that consumer prices rose at the fastest rate for 10 months. Why? The U.K.’s inflation …
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