U.S. Import Prices Climbed in February
U.S. import prices rose in February, driven by higher prices for both fuel and nonfuel imports, data from the Bureau […]
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ECB Would Need ‘Forceful’ Response if Inflation Surges, Says Lagarde
But she added the key rate wouldn’t be lifted until there is sufficient information available to judge the likely impact
U.K. Inflation Unchanged in February, But Iran War Clouds Outlook
Annual inflation stayed at 3.0% but is set to rise over coming months as energy and food prices jump in
Consumers around the U.S. say they are rejiggering their routines in efforts to slash their energy usage at home and on the road; such changes in behavior matter for a consumer-driven economy
They are borrowing Costco memberships, cutting back on nights out and skipping road trips. “You better watch your account to
Australia’s Inflation Cooled Slightly in February
Inflation eased slightly in February, but remained well above the Australian central bank’s target range, keeping the door open for
They’re Rich but Not Famous—and They’re Suddenly Everywhere
The number of Americans worth eight or even nine figures is up markedly. It’s transforming the U.S. economy. Source link
Eurozone, Asian Business Activity Slows as Iran War Ramps Up Uncertainty
The war has driven up energy prices and uncertainty, while a cooling of new orders points to longer-lasting harm if
EU and Australia Sign Free-Trade Agreement, Security Deal
The European Union and Australia agreed to a free-trade deal and security partnership, the latest move by U.S. allies to
Japan Consumer Inflation Rises at Slower Pace
Japan’s consumer prices rose at a slower pace in February, potentially affording the central bank more time to consider raising
RBNZ Signals Rate Hikes Possible If Inflation Threats Linger
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has indicated it could raise interest rates if the surge in oil prices related