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Asia|Economy|World

Indonesia's central bank uses Ramadan sermons to preach on inflation

Waiting to break their fast during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, clerics in the Indonesian town of Majalengka gathered for an unusual

Indonesia's central bank uses Ramadan sermons to preach on inflation
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Japan government to work with BOJ on rising living costs, economy minister says

Japan's Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Tuesday the government will work closely with the Bank of Japan (BOJ) in reaching its 2% inflation target as rising

Japan government to work with BOJ on rising living costs, economy minister says
Australia|Business|Economy

Australian consumer confidence hits 3-year high in March, survey says

Australian consumer sentiment hit a three-year high in March as slowing inflation and the first interest rate cut in over four years helped lift the gloomy mood for consumers, a

Australian consumer confidence hits 3-year high in March, survey says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

India inflation likely eased below 4% in February for the first time in six months

India's February consumer inflation likely eased below the Reserve Bank of India's medium-term target of 4.0% for the first time in six months on moderating food

India inflation likely eased below 4% in February for the first time in six months
Business|Economy|Political|US

BlackRock CEO Fink says nationalistic US policies to stoke inflation

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said on Monday that inflation in the United States will be elevated by nationalistic policies, including the

BlackRock CEO Fink says nationalistic US policies to stoke inflation
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentina analysts see 2025 inflation at 23.3%

Argentine analysts held their forecasts for this year's inflation nearly steady, according to the central bank's market expectations survey published on Monday, predicting year-end

Argentina analysts see 2025 inflation at 23.3%
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Bank of Israel stays cautiously optimistic on inflation, rates outlook

Bank of Israel policymakers are cautiously optimistic that inflation will ease later in 2025 in the wake of uncertainty stemming from the effects of Israel's war

Bank of Israel stays cautiously optimistic on inflation, rates outlook
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

NY Fed: Worry over outlook increases amid stable inflation expectations

By Michael S.

NY Fed: Worry over outlook increases amid stable inflation expectations
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB must remain open-minded on whether to keep cutting rates or pause, Kazimir says

There are still plenty of upside risks to euro zone inflation, so the European Central Bank must remain open-minded on whether to press ahead with interest rate cuts or pause

ECB must remain open-minded on whether to keep cutting rates or pause, Kazimir says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Pakistan unexpectedly halts easing cycle, keeping key interest rate at 12%

Pakistan's central bank unexpectedly halted its easing cycle on Monday, keeping its key policy rate at 12%, saying there could still be price risks including from an

Pakistan unexpectedly halts easing cycle, keeping key interest rate at 12%
Asia|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Change is in the air

Fast-moving developments on Ukraine and Europe will no doubt continue to dominate financial markets this week, while U.S. data includes key inflation numbers and China looks determined to

Change is in the air
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's real wages drop in January, spring wage talks in focus

Japan's real wages fell in January after two months of slight gains, data showed on Monday, days before the annual rounds of pay negotiations held each spring

Japan's real wages drop in January, spring wage talks in focus
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Kugler says rate policy likely on hold for some time

U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said on Friday that rising inflation risks argue for an extended period of steady central bank interest rate policy.

Fed's Kugler says rate policy likely on hold for some time
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Morgan Stanley cuts US growth forecast for 2025 on tariff concerns

Morgan Stanley lowered its 2025 economic growth forecast for the United States on Friday, citing greater impact from tariffs and a still-tight labor market resulting in higher inflation.

Morgan Stanley cuts US growth forecast for 2025 on tariff concerns
Business|Economy|Political|US

Fed's Kugler warns on uncertainty and tariff risks to economy

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said Friday it still remains challenging getting a handle on the impact of the Trump tariff regime, in a climate where these sorts of policies could

Fed's Kugler warns on uncertainty and tariff risks to economy
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Powell says tariffs could feed inflation, Fed must wait to determine the impact

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said it remains to be seen if the Trump administration's tariff plans will prove to be inflationary, mapping

Powell says tariffs could feed inflation, Fed must wait to determine the impact
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB's Centeno says euro zone inflation 'almost out of the woods'

European Central Bank policymaker Mario Centeno said on Friday he expects inflation to fall to its medium-term target of 2% in a sustainable manner since euro zone inflation is "

ECB's Centeno says euro zone inflation 'almost out of the woods'
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed Chair Powell says he’s not worried about the economy amid Trump’s tariff chaos

Fed Chair Powell says he’s not worried about the economy amid Trump’s tariff chaos

Fed Chair Powell says he’s not worried about the economy amid Trump’s tariff chaos
Economy|Political|US

Why should America worry about Trump? Try the price of eggs, say some Democrats

Democrats are hopeful their party's road to recovery lies in the price of eggs

Why should America worry about Trump? Try the price of eggs, say some Democrats
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Both upside and downside risks for Swedish inflation, Riksbank's Breman says

There are upside and downside risks for inflation in Sweden and the central bank has to be watchful and ready to act if needed, Riksbank First Deputy Governor Anna Breman said on

Both upside and downside risks for Swedish inflation, Riksbank's Breman says
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political

Japan ready to declare end to deflation, economy minister says

Japan has cleared the key threshold for the government to officially declare an end to long-term price deflation, economy minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Friday.

Japan ready to declare end to deflation, economy minister says
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Inflation risks may stir BOJ discussion of rate hike in May, sources say

Inflationary pressure from wage gains and prolonged rises in food costs could prompt Bank of Japan board members to discuss another interest rate

Inflation risks may stir BOJ discussion of rate hike in May, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fed's Waller, leaning against March cut, sees easings later in year

By Michael S.

Fed's Waller, leaning against March cut, sees easings later in year
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump's trade war draws swift retaliation with new tariffs from Mexico, Canada and China

President Donald Trump’s trade war against America’s three biggest trading partners drew immediate retaliation from Mexico, Canada and China

Trump's trade war draws swift retaliation with new tariffs from Mexico, Canada and China
Business|Economy|Europe

John Lewis and Currys latest UK retailers to give inflation-busting pay rises

The John Lewis Partnership and Currys on Thursday became the latest major British retailers to give their staff inflation-beating pay rises which only partly reflect a hike in the

John Lewis and Currys latest UK retailers to give inflation-busting pay rises
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK inflation hump unlikely to lead to long-term price pressures, BoE's Mann says

Bank of England policymaker Catherine Mann said on Thursday a pick up in inflation was unlikely to lead to longer-term price problems in Britain's economy, and that

UK inflation hump unlikely to lead to long-term price pressures, BoE's Mann says
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB cuts rates again but risk of April pause growing

The European Central Bank cut interest rates again on Thursday but warned of "phenomenal uncertainty" including the risk that trade wars and

ECB cuts rates again but risk of April pause growing
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Mortgage rates have declined but could stay at a level that makes it tough to afford a home

Mortgage rates eased this week for the seventh week in a row, a trend that gives prospective home shoppers more financial flexibility just as the spring homebuying season gets going

Mortgage rates have declined but could stay at a level that makes it tough to afford a home
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US fourth-quarter worker productivity revised higher

U.S. worker productivity grew a bit faster than initially thought in the fourth quarter, helping to curb labor costs and providing a boost in the fight against inflation. 

US fourth-quarter worker productivity revised higher
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Harker says warning signs emerging for US economy

By Michael S.

Fed's Harker says warning signs emerging for US economy
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB cuts rates for sixth time in face of economic upheaval

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the sixth time in nine months on Thursday, sticking to its easing plan in the face of economic upheaval from an unfolding trade

ECB cuts rates for sixth time in face of economic upheaval
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

ECB cuts rates again, euro rallies

The European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected on Thursday and kept the door ajar to more, even as a looming trade war with the U.S. and plans to boost military spending

ECB cuts rates again, euro rallies
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

UK firms see faster price rises and smaller pay increases, BoE survey shows

British companies expect to raise prices faster in the coming 12 months, and their expectations for staffing numbers eased due to a rise in employment costs in April, a Bank of

UK firms see faster price rises and smaller pay increases, BoE survey shows
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Turkey's central bank lowers key interest rate as inflation slows

Turkey’s central bank has lowered its key interest rate by a further 2.5 percentage points days after official figures indicated a slowdown in inflation that has eroded households’ purchasing power

Turkey's central bank lowers key interest rate as inflation slows
Business|Economy|Political|US

Will you pay more for gas under the new Canada tariffs? Depends on where you live

Will you pay more for gas under the new Canada tariffs? Depends on where you live

Will you pay more for gas under the new Canada tariffs? Depends on where you live
Economy|Environment|Political|US

Fact-checking Trump’s address to Congress

Fact-checking Trump’s address to Congress

Fact-checking Trump’s address to Congress
Economy|Europe|Finance

Swiss inflation falls to lowest in nearly four years

Swiss inflation fell to its lowest level in nearly four years in February, government data showed on Wednesday, increasing the likelihood the Swiss central bank will cut rates later

Swiss inflation falls to lowest in nearly four years
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US service sector expands in February; price growth accelerates

U.S. services sector growth unexpectedly picked up in February and prices for inputs increased, which combined with a recent surge in the cost of raw materials

US service sector expands in February; price growth accelerates
Business|Economy|Election|Food|Political

Trump visited their local grocery store during the campaign. They’re holding on to hope that prices fall

Trump visited their local grocery store during the campaign. They’re holding on to hope that prices fall

Trump visited their local grocery store during the campaign. They’re holding on to hope that prices fall
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Rate cuts in Poland may start in the second half of 2025, says IMF representative

Monetary policy easing in Poland may begin in the second half of 2025, International Monetary Found (IMF) representative in Poland Geoff Gottlieb said on Wednesday during the

Rate cuts in Poland may start in the second half of 2025, says IMF representative
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Euro zone economy treads water again in February, PMI shows

The euro zone economy trod water again last month as a weak expansion in the bloc's dominant services industry was overshadowed by a long-running downturn in manufacturing, a survey

Euro zone economy treads water again in February, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe

UK services job cuts intensify before employment tax hike, PMI survey shows

British services firms in February cut staff at the fastest pace since 2020 ahead of tax and minimum-wage hikes that come into effect next month, an industry survey

UK services job cuts intensify before employment tax hike, PMI survey shows
Asia|Business|Economy

Robust demand propels India's services sector growth in February, PMI shows

Growth in India's services sector accelerated in February, supported by robust demand and a firm business outlook that led to a substantial increase in

Robust demand propels India's services sector growth in February, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Italy looks to foreigners as retail bond market loses steam

Italy's campaign to put more of its huge public debt in the hands of small domestic savers will grow increasingly difficult, analysts say, but foreign investors lured

Italy looks to foreigners as retail bond market loses steam
Economy|Political|US

Trump gets poor marks on how he is handling the cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Just one in three Americans approve of President Donald Trump's handling of the cost of living in the U.S., a sign of unease as he enacts steep tariffs on imports

Trump gets poor marks on how he is handling the cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Ross Stores forecasts annual sales, profit below estimates on weaker demand

Discount retailer Ross Stores forecast annual sales and profit below estimates on Tuesday, joining its larger peers in indicating a dip in consumer demand due to rising inflationary

Ross Stores forecasts annual sales, profit below estimates on weaker demand
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Williams: Tariffs are inflation risk, rate policy in good place

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams: Tariffs are inflation risk, rate policy in good place
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

Storm clouds gather over US economy as Trump kicks off trade war

A U.S. economy praised for its surprising resilience to a pandemic, high inflation, and rapid interest rate hikes faces a new challenge from President Donald

Storm clouds gather over US economy as Trump kicks off trade war
Business|Economy|US

Target braces for first-quarter profit pressure due to tariffs, low demand

Target warned on Tuesday that uncertainty around tariffs would weigh on the retailer's profit in the first quarter and doubled down on sourcing more

Target braces for first-quarter profit pressure due to tariffs, low demand
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

The state of the US economy, in 9 charts

The state of the US economy, in 9 charts

The state of the US economy, in 9 charts
Australia|Business|Economy

Australia's January retail sales post small gain on food-related spending

Australian retail sales posted a small gain in January after a strong showing in the last quarter as consumer spending continued to pick up amid a slowdown in

Australia's January retail sales post small gain on food-related spending
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Australia's biggest bank CBA says more rate cuts are not on the horizon

The CEO of Australia's biggest bank said on Tuesday the country’s easing cycle would be “slower and shallower” than what people had been expecting, predicting that further rate cuts

Australia's biggest bank CBA says more rate cuts are not on the horizon
Business|Economy|Europe|Food

UK prices to rise as retailers pass on higher employment costs, BRC says

British retailers will likely push up their prices in the coming months in response to higher employment costs in April, according to a survey on Tuesday which

UK prices to rise as retailers pass on higher employment costs, BRC says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall St closes lower as Trump sets 25% tariffs, manufacturing data dips

Wall Street's main stock indexes closed sharply lower on Monday after President Donald Trump announced the start of 25% tariffs

Wall St closes lower as Trump sets 25% tariffs, manufacturing data dips
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street braces for potential fallout as Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico draw near

The Trump administration had postponed the implementation of the new levies on Mexico and Canada, the United States' largest trade partners for one

Wall Street braces for potential fallout as Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico draw near
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Euro zone inflation ticks lower in boost to ECB rate cut bets

Euro zone inflation dipped a bit less than expected last month but its most closely watched component also dropped, sealing the case for another ECB interest

Euro zone inflation ticks lower in boost to ECB rate cut bets
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's top currency diplomat cautious about how FX could impact wage growth

Japan's top currency diplomat, Atsushi Mimura, on Monday cautioned about foreign exchange moves and their negative impact on the country's goal of achieving real wage growth.

Japan's top currency diplomat cautious about how FX could impact wage growth
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast

Turkish inflation slows to 39.05% in February, below forecasts

Turkish annual consumer price inflation slowed to 39.05% in February, official data showed on Monday, lower than a Reuters poll forecast and sustaining a downtrend since it peaked

Turkish inflation slows to 39.05% in February, below forecasts
Americas|Economy|Political

In address to congress, Argentine President Milei promises IMF deal and lauds economic wins

Argentina’s libertarian president Javier Milei has signaled that a new and much-anticipated deal with the International Monetary Fund is imminent

In address to congress, Argentine President Milei promises IMF deal and lauds economic wins
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazil mulls cutting ethanol import tax in nod to Trump, report says

Brazil's government is considering cutting import taxes on ethanol in a bid to appease U.S.

Brazil mulls cutting ethanol import tax in nod to Trump, report says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Tariff threats and uncertainty could weigh on consumers, drag down US economy, gov't report suggests

Ongoing tariff threats from Washington and potentially sweeping government job cuts have darkened consumers’ mood and may be weighing on an otherwise mostly healthy economy

Tariff threats and uncertainty could weigh on consumers, drag down US economy, gov't report suggests
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Inflation, growth may be in conflict but Fed seen restarting cuts in June

New data may point to emerging tension between the U.S.

Inflation, growth may be in conflict but Fed seen restarting cuts in June
Business|Economy|Political|US

US consumer spending posts first drop in almost two years

U.S. consumer spending fell for the first time in nearly two years in January and the goods trade deficit widened to a record high as businesses front-loaded

US consumer spending posts first drop in almost two years
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Malawi lowers 2025 growth forecast as inflation spurs protests

Malawi's government trimmed its economic growth forecast for this year in its annual budget on Friday as disgruntled citizens protested in major cities over rising

Malawi lowers 2025 growth forecast as inflation spurs protests
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Inflation is easing, but another alarm bell is ringing about the US economy

Inflation is easing, but another alarm bell is ringing about the US economy

Inflation is easing, but another alarm bell is ringing about the US economy
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russia's central bank seen keeping key interest rate on hold at March meeting: Reuters poll

The Russian central bank is seen keeping the key interest rate on hold at 21% at its meeting on March 21 while the rouble is seen retreating

Russia's central bank seen keeping key interest rate on hold at March meeting: Reuters poll
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Instant View: January PCE inflation no surprise, cools year on year

The U.S. Commerce Department's Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index increased 0.3% in January after advancing by an unrevised 0.3% in December, data showed on Friday.

Instant View: January PCE inflation no surprise, cools year on year
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Hammack eyes steady balance sheet cuts amid US government financial uncertainty

By Michael S.

Fed's Hammack eyes steady balance sheet cuts amid US government financial uncertainty
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

German price growth unchanged, sounding 'stagflation' warning

German inflation remained flat in February for the second month in a row at 2.8%, preliminary data from the federal statistics office showed on Friday, despite

German price growth unchanged, sounding 'stagflation' warning
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

S&P500 in red for 2025 as trade war fears ratchet

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan The S&P500 stock benchmark plunged into the red for the year this week as an Nvidia-led selloff, economic slowdown fears and re-

S&P500 in red for 2025 as trade war fears ratchet
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Softer inflation, weak growth bolster case for ECB rate cuts

Euro zone inflation prospects improved while growth remained anaemic, fresh data showed on Friday, solidifying the case for further ECB rate cuts to stimulate an economy that has

Softer inflation, weak growth bolster case for ECB rate cuts
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

Key economic targets expected to be approved by China's parliament

China's Premier Li Qiang is expected to unveil the country's main economic targets for 2025 at an annual parliament meeting which kicks off on March 5.

Key economic targets expected to be approved by China's parliament
Asia|Business|Economy

BOJ vows to keep tapering bond buying despite rise in yields

The Bank of Japan will keep tapering its government bond purchases despite recent rises in yields, deputy governor Shinichi Uchida said on Friday,

BOJ vows to keep tapering bond buying despite rise in yields
Economy|Finance|US

Fed's Harker expresses support for keeping policy rate on hold

Philadelphia Federal Reserve Bank President Patrick Harker on Thursday expressed support for continuing to hold short-term U.S. borrowing costs in their current range of 4.25%-4.50%, a

Fed's Harker expresses support for keeping policy rate on hold
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil posts lower-than-expected primary budget surplus in January

Brazil's central government posted a primary budget surplus in January that was slightly below market expectations, as inflation-adjusted spending growth outpaced revenue gains,

Brazil posts lower-than-expected primary budget surplus in January
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Stock market today: Wall Street falls sharply as Nvidia tumbles 8.5% and AI mania falters

U.S. stock indexes fell sharply as Wall Street’s frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology faltered some more

Stock market today: Wall Street falls sharply as Nvidia tumbles 8.5% and AI mania falters
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fed's Hammack says rates likely on hold for some time

By Michael S.

Fed's Hammack says rates likely on hold for some time
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump's CEA chair pick Miran says deregulation will lower prices

President Donald Trump's pick to chair his Council of Economic Advisors, Stephen Miran, on Thursday said he believes that deregulation could be an effective way to bring down inflation.

Trump's CEA chair pick Miran says deregulation will lower prices
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB to cut rates again on March 6 as focus turns to growth: Reuters poll

The European Central Bank will trim its deposit rate again next week to 2.50%, according to all 82 economists polled by Reuters who expected two further cuts by

ECB to cut rates again on March 6 as focus turns to growth: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB accounts show lingering inflation worries

Euro zone inflation was heading back to target but there were still some worries about it, warranting caution in signalling further policy easing, the European Central Bank

ECB accounts show lingering inflation worries
Business|Economy|Political|US

Second estimate of US growth confirms a 2.3% annual pace expansion in fourth quarter

The American economy grew at a solid 2.3% annual rate the last three months of 2024, supported by a burst of year-end consumer spending, the government said, leaving unchanged its initial estimate of fourth-quarter growth

Second estimate of US growth confirms a 2.3% annual pace expansion in fourth quarter
Business|Economy|Food|US

Subway is bringing back discounted footlongs

Subway is bringing back discounted footlongs

Subway is bringing back discounted footlongs
Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

Investors bet on sharpest U.S.-Europe inflation divergence since 2022

Traders who bet on the future course of inflation foresee the sharpest divergence for three years between the U.S. and euro zone, driven by different growth paths

Investors bet on sharpest U.S.-Europe inflation divergence since 2022
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

RBA needs to see more positive news on inflation before cutting again

Australia's central bank needs to see more positive news on inflation before cutting interest rates again, a top central bank official said on Thursday.

RBA needs to see more positive news on inflation before cutting again
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|US

Beyond Meat sees weak annual revenue, posts wider-than-expected quarterly loss

Beyond Meat forecast annual revenue below estimates after posting a wider-than-expected loss on Wednesday, as the faux meat products maker faces persistent demand

Beyond Meat sees weak annual revenue, posts wider-than-expected quarterly loss
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

New York Fed research flags new inflation vector from tariffs on China imports

By Michael S.

New York Fed research flags new inflation vector from tariffs on China imports
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

No easy answer to higher global tariffs, BoE's Dhingra says

The Bank of England's response to higher U.S. tariffs and other trade restrictions will depend on the extent to which they disrupt supply chains rather than just

No easy answer to higher global tariffs, BoE's Dhingra says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russia's central bank links rouble rally to geopolitics

The Russian central bank said on Wednesday that the rouble's rally since the start of the year was linked in part to geopolitical factors, but it was too early to evaluate the

Russia's central bank links rouble rally to geopolitics
Business|Economy|Political|US

Americans are getting fed up with the economy. Does that mean we’re heading into a recession?

Americans are getting fed up with the economy. Does that mean we’re heading into a recession?

Americans are getting fed up with the economy. Does that mean we’re heading into a recession?
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil central bank urges caution as credit expands amid high debt levels

Brazil's central bank said on Wednesday that caution and diligence were needed as credit expands despite high borrowing costs and rising debt levels among households and

Brazil central bank urges caution as credit expands amid high debt levels
Business|Economy|Europe

Dutch economic growth stronger than expected in 2025, CPB says

Economic growth in the Netherlands will be stronger than previously expected this year, as wage growth offsets persistently high inflation, economic policy adviser CPB said on

Dutch economic growth stronger than expected in 2025, CPB says
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|US

Cava Group's annual sales growth target falls short of estimates

Cava Group on Tuesday forecast annual same-store sales growth largely below estimates as weak demand for dining out in the United States forces restaurants to take a cautious stance on

Cava Group's annual sales growth target falls short of estimates
Business|Economy|US

Small business owners feel more uncertain about the future

Small business owners felt more uncertain about the future in January, as they continue to deal with labor challenges and lingering inflation

Small business owners feel more uncertain about the future
Business|Economy|Food|US

McDonald's brushes off surcharges on eggs to attract customers

McDonald's said on Tuesday it would not impose any surcharges when serving eggs as part of its meals and will also launch $1 McMuffins on its app, in a move to attract consumers in the

McDonald's brushes off surcharges on eggs to attract customers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Fed expected to respond strongly to inflation, job market conditions, research shows

Investors and economists expect the U.S. central bank to respond "strongly and systematically"  to changes in inflation and the labor market, according to research published

Fed expected to respond strongly to inflation, job market conditions, research shows
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Barkin: Uncertainty warrants a cautious approach to monetary policy

Richmond Federal Reserve President Tom Barkin said on Tuesday he will follow a wait-and-see approach regarding central bank interest rate policy

Fed's Barkin: Uncertainty warrants a cautious approach to monetary policy
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB's Nagel sees more rate cuts as inflation outlook encouraging

The European Central Bank has room to cut its interest rates further if inflation eases to its 2% goal this year as it expects, ECB policymaker Joachim Nagel said on Tuesday,

ECB's Nagel sees more rate cuts as inflation outlook encouraging
Americas|Economy|Election|Political

Brazilian president's approval rating plunges as inflation bites

Support for Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has dipped sharply and now trail his disapproval rating, a CNT/MDA poll showed on Tuesday, the latest in a series of

Brazilian president's approval rating plunges as inflation bites
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

South African central bank governor says trade and tax policies pose inflation risks

Global trade tensions and a potential value-added tax hike in South Africa could derail two years of slowing inflation, the country's central bank governor said

South African central bank governor says trade and tax policies pose inflation risks
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Head of Fed-watchdog task force in Congress plans broad US central bank review

The head of a new congressional panel gearing up to strengthen Capitol Hill's oversight of the Federal Reserve plans a broad review of how the U.S. central

Head of Fed-watchdog task force in Congress plans broad US central bank review
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US consumer confidence plummets in February, biggest monthly decline since 2021

U.S. consumer confidence plummeted in February, the biggest monthly decline in more than four years, a business research group said Tuesday

US consumer confidence plummets in February, biggest monthly decline since 2021
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Bank of Israel holds rates but leaves hope for cuts this year

The Bank of Israel kept short-term interest rates unchanged for a ninth straight meeting on Monday, but held out the prospect for further easing this year should

Bank of Israel holds rates but leaves hope for cuts this year
Business|Economy|Food

Nestle India considering price hikes to counter commodity inflation, executive says

Nestle India will consider raising prices of its products by a small margin to counter inflation in coffee, cocoa and edible oil while aiming to keep sales

Nestle India considering price hikes to counter commodity inflation, executive says
Asia|Business|Economy

Singapore January core inflation at 0.8% in smallest annual rise since 2021

Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 0.8% in January from a year earlier, lower than economists' forecasts and the smallest rise in more than three years,

Singapore January core inflation at 0.8% in smallest annual rise since 2021
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

ECB's Wunsch warns of risk of 'sleepwalking' into excessive rate cuts, FT reports

European Central Bank policymaker Pierre Wunsch said the euro zone faces the risk of "sleepwalking" into excessive interest rate cuts and must be prepared to stop soon, the Financial Times

ECB's Wunsch warns of risk of 'sleepwalking' into excessive rate cuts, FT reports
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

After three years of war, Trump hands Russian economy a lifeline

Russia's overheating economy is on the cusp of serious cooling, as huge fiscal stimulus, soaring interest rates, stubbornly high inflation

After three years of war, Trump hands Russian economy a lifeline
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Relief as German vote dodges extremes

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Wayne Cole.

Relief as German vote dodges extremes
Asia|Business|Economy

Thai finance minister sees room for easing ahead of central bank rate review 

Thailand's low inflation means there is room for an interest rate cut to boost economic growth and help weaken the baht to support exports, the finance minister said on

Thai finance minister sees room for easing ahead of central bank rate review 
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of Thailand to hold rates at 2.25% on February 26, cut once in Q2: Reuters poll

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) will keep its key interest rate unchanged on Wednesday and cut only once this year to preserve a policy buffer amid growing global

Bank of Thailand to hold rates at 2.25% on February 26, cut once in Q2: Reuters poll
Economy|Education|Election|Political|US

Trump gets middling grades on Americans' top issues, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Americans give President Donald Trump middling marks on his handling of the economy and efforts to shrink the government and are unimpressed by

Trump gets middling grades on Americans' top issues, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

Hungary's Orban launches tax exemption for mothers, cap on housing loan rates

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced an income tax exemption for mothers of two or three children and said he would cap interest rates on housing loans at 5% from April

Hungary's Orban launches tax exemption for mothers, cap on housing loan rates
Asia|Business|Economy|Stock Markets|US

Dow falls nearly 750 points and US stocks tumble as businesses and consumers worry about tariffs

U.S. stocks fell sharply after reports showed that worries among consumers and businesses about President Donald Trump’s policies may be hitting the economy

Dow falls nearly 750 points and US stocks tumble as businesses and consumers worry about tariffs
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Dow tumbles more than 700 points as inflation and tariff fears mount

Dow tumbles more than 700 points as inflation and tariff fears mount

Dow tumbles more than 700 points as inflation and tariff fears mount
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Mexico headline inflation likely ticked up in first half of February: Reuters poll

Mexico's annual inflation rate likely rose during the first half of February as the core index remained flat, a Reuters poll predicted on Friday, boosting bets that the central

Mexico headline inflation likely ticked up in first half of February: Reuters poll
Economy|Finance|Political|US

New US House task force focused on the Fed sets first meeting

A new congressional task force focused on the Federal Reserve, set up by the head of a powerful committee who is critical of the U.S. central bank's approach to setting monetary policy,

New US House task force focused on the Fed sets first meeting
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil's central bank director says rates will be adjusted as needed after March

Brazil's central bank is convinced that monetary policy is more restrictive than normal given its guidance for an upcoming interest rate hike, and will adjust it

Brazil's central bank director says rates will be adjusted as needed after March
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

UK economy readings underscore Bank of England's dilemma

A flurry of often contradictory UK economic data and surveys this week has left the Bank of England none the wiser about whether Britain's economy is more at

UK economy readings underscore Bank of England's dilemma
Economy|Political|US

Could Trump really return DOGE savings to taxpayers?

An idea first proposed on social media has bubbled up to the White House and received President Donald Trump’s enthusiastic endorsement: Take some of the savings from billionaire Elon Musk’s drive to cut government spending and return it to taxpayers

Could Trump really return DOGE savings to taxpayers?
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US consumer sentiment plunges over tariff and inflation fears

US consumer sentiment plunges over tariff and inflation fears

US consumer sentiment plunges over tariff and inflation fears
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil sees challenge to bring in non-payers in tax overhaul

A major challenge of Brazil's income tax reform plan will be bringing people who do not currently pay the levy into the system for the first time, Finance Minister Fernando Haddad

Brazil sees challenge to bring in non-payers in tax overhaul
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

BOJ could raise interest rates in March, says ex-policymaker Shirai

The Bank of Japan may raise interest rates in March if U.S.

BOJ could raise interest rates in March, says ex-policymaker Shirai
Asia|Business|Economy

Tokyo inflation likely eased in Feb on govt steps amid inflation pressure: Reuters Poll

Consumer inflation in Tokyo likely slowed down in February as the government reinstated steps to ease the burden from energy bills as higher living costs haunt persistent inflation

Tokyo inflation likely eased in Feb on govt steps amid inflation pressure: Reuters Poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan's core inflation hits 19-month high, keeping alive BOJ rate-hike bets

Japan's core consumer inflation hit 3.2% in January for its fastest pace in 19 months, data showed on Friday, reinforcing expectations that the central bank will keep

Japan's core inflation hits 19-month high, keeping alive BOJ rate-hike bets
Australia|Business|Economy|Political

Australia's central bank cautious on rate cuts, all depends on data

Australia's central bank is cautious about cutting rates further given cost pressures in a hot labour market, but it will respond if

Australia's central bank cautious on rate cuts, all depends on data
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's factory activity shrinks for 8th straight month, PMI shows

Japan's factory activity extended declines for an eighth straight month in February but at a slower pace, a private-sector survey showed on Friday, in a sign struggling factories may

Japan's factory activity shrinks for 8th straight month, PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy

Bank of Korea to cut rates by 25 bps on February 25 amid growth worries: Reuters poll

The Bank of Korea (BOK) will cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points on Tuesday, offering support to an economy which barely grew last quarter, according to

Bank of Korea to cut rates by 25 bps on February 25 amid growth worries: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed should hold policy rate steady for 'some time,' Kugler says

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler on Thursday said she believes the U.S. central bank should leave its target for short-term borrowing costs in its current 4.25%-4.50% range, where

Fed should hold policy rate steady for 'some time,' Kugler says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed officials flag rising inflation risks, Trump policy uncertainty

Federal Reserve officials are taking note of what they see as rising inflation risks and the uncertain impact of President Donald Trump's trade, immigration and other

Fed officials flag rising inflation risks, Trump policy uncertainty
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Caution prevails amid jitters over tariffs and stagflation

A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.

Caution prevails amid jitters over tariffs and stagflation
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed's Musalem flags risk of rising inflation expectations

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Fed's Musalem flags risk of rising inflation expectations
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Brazil's Lula warns of inflation risks from Trump tariffs

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday that tariffs implemented by U.S.

Brazil's Lula warns of inflation risks from Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Walmart rolled through 2024, but uncertainty about consumers and tariffs seep into year ahead

Walmart delivered another year of strong sales and profits with its competitive prices an increasingly strong magnet for inflation-weary shoppers, but this year appears to come with new challenges in an uncertain economic landscape

Walmart rolled through 2024, but uncertainty about consumers and tariffs seep into year ahead
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political

Bank of Israel to hold rates again after inflation spike: Reuters poll

The Bank of Israel is expected to leave short-term interest rates unchanged at a policy meeting next week after inflation spiked in January, although analysts

Bank of Israel to hold rates again after inflation spike: Reuters poll
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of Mexico says it might cut interest rate by 50 basis points again

The Bank of Mexico said on Thursday that it might continue cutting the benchmark interest rate at future monetary policy meetings and could "consider

Bank of Mexico says it might cut interest rate by 50 basis points again
Economy|Political|US

Trump's approval rating slips as Americans worry about the economy

U.S.

Trump's approval rating slips as Americans worry about the economy
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Walmart warns of a slower 2025. That’s a bad sign for America’s economy

Walmart warns of a slower 2025. That’s a bad sign for America’s economy

Walmart warns of a slower 2025. That’s a bad sign for America’s economy
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Nigeria keeps benchmark interest rate steady as inflation seen falling gradually

Nigeria's central bank left its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Thursday after six hikes last year, saying that it was reassured by

Nigeria keeps benchmark interest rate steady as inflation seen falling gradually
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

'Stagflation' fears haunt US markets despite Trump's pro-growth agenda

Stubborn inflation and President Donald Trump's hard-line trade policies have rekindled fears of stagflation, a worrying mix of sluggish growth and

'Stagflation' fears haunt US markets despite Trump's pro-growth agenda
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Australia's Wesfarmers sees tariff inflation risk as profit beats forecast

Australia's biggest non-food retailer Wesfarmers said it may raise prices as a soft local dollar drives up supply costs and warned on Thursday that tariffs

Australia's Wesfarmers sees tariff inflation risk as profit beats forecast
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed concerns rise as tariff threats ratchet higher and wider

U.S.

Fed concerns rise as tariff threats ratchet higher and wider
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

RBNZ Governor Orr says New Zealand is in a low and stable inflation environment

Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Adrian Orr said on Thursday that New Zealand was now in an environment of low and stable inflation but warned the volatile

RBNZ Governor Orr says New Zealand is in a low and stable inflation environment
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Jefferson says Fed can take time on next interest rate decision

By Michael S.

Fed's Jefferson says Fed can take time on next interest rate decision
Business|Economy|Food|US

Chipotle Mexican Grill to hire 20,000 additional workers for 'burrito season'

Chipotle Mexican Grill will hire 20,000 additional employees for the period of March to May as the company gears up to cater to a surge in demand for its so-called "burrito season" during

Chipotle Mexican Grill to hire 20,000 additional workers for 'burrito season'
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of Mexico sees recession possibility, halves 2025 growth view

The Bank of Mexico on Wednesday halved its growth forecast for the Mexican economy this year and even sees a possibility it will slide into a recession,

Bank of Mexico sees recession possibility, halves 2025 growth view
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Potential impact of Trump policies stirring inflation concerns at Fed, minutes show

President Donald Trump's initial policy proposals raised concern at the Federal Reserve about higher inflation, with firms telling the U.S.

Potential impact of Trump policies stirring inflation concerns at Fed, minutes show
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Federal Reserve officials see risks of higher inflation ahead, support pause in rate cuts

Federal Reserve officials at a meeting last month pointed to rising risks that inflation could worsen, a key reason they kept their benchmark interest rate unchanged

Federal Reserve officials see risks of higher inflation ahead, support pause in rate cuts
Business|Economy|Finance

Canada's annual inflation in January edges up to 1.9%, core measures also up

Canada's annual inflation rate inched up to 1.9% in January

Canada's annual inflation in January edges up to 1.9%, core measures also up
Economy|Political|US

Trump acknowledges ‘inflation is back’ but blames Biden

Trump acknowledges ‘inflation is back’ but blames Biden

Trump acknowledges ‘inflation is back’ but blames Biden
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Argentine, Turkish stocks could post more than 20% returns this year, says JPMorgan

J.P. Morgan said equity markets in Argentina and Turkey could post returns of more than 20% this year, driven by policy reforms aimed at reducing inflation levels.

Argentine, Turkish stocks could post more than 20% returns this year, says JPMorgan
Business|Economy|Europe

ECB's Panetta says Europe should consider simpler banking rules

Europe must avoid excessive regulation and could also consider simplifying existing rules, European Central Bank Governing Council member Fabio Panetta said on Wednesday.

ECB's Panetta says Europe should consider simpler banking rules
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Guzman, Wesfarmers to deliver upbeat earnings for Australian discretionary retailers

Australia's discretionary retailers are expected to report improved half-yearly earnings, investors said, as easing inflation and tax cuts encouraged

Guzman, Wesfarmers to deliver upbeat earnings for Australian discretionary retailers
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ policymaker calls for more rate hikes, warns of inflation risk

The Bank of Japan must raise interest rates more as keeping them at current low levels could cause excessive risk-taking and push up inflation too much, its board

BOJ policymaker calls for more rate hikes, warns of inflation risk
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

NZ central bank cuts rates 50bps, flags steeper easing cycle to revive frail economy

New Zealand's central bank cut its benchmark rate by 50 basis points to 3.75% on Wednesday and flagged further reductions in borrowing costs amid moderating

NZ central bank cuts rates 50bps, flags steeper easing cycle to revive frail economy
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Australia Q4 wages rise at slowest pace in over 2 years

Australian wages rose at the slowest annual pace in more than two years in the fourth quarter even as unemployment stayed near historic lows, suggesting the strong

Australia Q4 wages rise at slowest pace in over 2 years
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US consumers rush to buy as Trump tariffs fuel stockpiling, report finds

One in five Americans have said they are purchasing more items than usual primarily due to concerns over President Donald Trump's tariffs, a

US consumers rush to buy as Trump tariffs fuel stockpiling, report finds
Economy|Food|Health|Lifestyle|US

How inflation is hurting the diets of low-income Americans

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine how rising prices for healthy foods impact low-income families, using data from the USDA's Healthy Eating Index.

How inflation is hurting the diets of low-income Americans
Business|Economy|US

US retail sales plunged along with temperatures in January after a bustling holiday season

U.S. retail sales dropped sharply last month, in part because cold weather kept more Americans indoors and dented sales at car dealers and most other stores

US retail sales plunged along with temperatures in January after a bustling holiday season
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fed policy should stay restrictive until there's more inflation progress: Daly

San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank President Mary Daly on Tuesday said that while there is no reason to be discouraged about bumpy and sometimes imperceptible progress toward 2% inflation,

Fed policy should stay restrictive until there's more inflation progress: Daly
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Instant view: Canada's annual inflation rate increases to 1.9% in January

Canada's annual inflation rate rose 1.9% in January, up from 1.8% in December as lower prices helped by a sales tax reprieve were partly offset by higher cost of gasoline and

Instant view: Canada's annual inflation rate increases to 1.9% in January
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ may raise rates twice more this year, underpin yen, says ex-FX diplomat Watanabe

The Bank of Japan could raise interest rates twice more this year if inflation stays around current levels, which would help prevent the yen from

BOJ may raise rates twice more this year, underpin yen, says ex-FX diplomat Watanabe
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political

UK's accelerating wage growth highlights BoE's inflation caution

British pay growth accelerated in late 2024, according to data that suggested the jobs market was holding up and underscored why the Bank of

UK's accelerating wage growth highlights BoE's inflation caution
Australia|Economy|Election|Finance|Political

Australia's central bank cuts rates, cautious on further easing

Australia's central bank cut rates for the first time in more than four years on Tuesday but warned it was too early to declare victory over inflation

Australia's central bank cuts rates, cautious on further easing
Australia|Economy|Finance|Political

Australian central bank cuts benchmark interest rate for the first time since October 2020

Australia’s central bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate for the first time since October 2020 as the nation’s inflation cools

Australian central bank cuts benchmark interest rate for the first time since October 2020
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Waller: Uncertainty over trade, other policies, shouldn't paralyze rate moves

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said his "baseline" view is that the Trump administration's new tariffs will have only a modest impact on prices

Fed's Waller: Uncertainty over trade, other policies, shouldn't paralyze rate moves
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Harker supports steady interest rate policy stance for now

By Michael S.

Fed's Harker supports steady interest rate policy stance for now
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Bowman: Greater confidence in falling inflation needed before more cuts

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said on Monday she wanted increased conviction that inflation will decline further this year before lowering

Fed's Bowman: Greater confidence in falling inflation needed before more cuts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Bank of England's Bailey says inflation is slowing, 2025 jump will not last

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said in an interview published on Monday that inflation was slowing and an expected pick-up in price growth later this year was unlikely to

Bank of England's Bailey says inflation is slowing, 2025 jump will not last
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Stock market today: Global benchmarks trade mixed as investors continue to eye Trump

Global shares are trading mixed as investors continue to watch economic data and policy moves from U.S. President Donald Trump, as both are likely to impact upcoming central bank moves

Stock market today: Global benchmarks trade mixed as investors continue to eye Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan braces for BOJ to lift rates sooner and higher

Hawkish comments from the Bank of Japan and sticky inflation are lifting bond yields to multi-year highs and pushing forward rate hike expectations, shaking long-held

Japan braces for BOJ to lift rates sooner and higher
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Your questions about Trump 2.0 — inflation, ignoring court orders, Medicaid and more — answered

Your questions about Trump 2.0 — inflation, ignoring court orders, Medicaid and more — answered

Your questions about Trump 2.0 — inflation, ignoring court orders, Medicaid and more — answered
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ECB's Panetta sees little inflation impact from higher U.S. tariffs

Higher U.S. tariffs on European exports are likely to have little effect on euro area inflation, a top European Central Bank policymaker said

ECB's Panetta sees little inflation impact from higher U.S. tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Logan calls for caution on rate cuts, even if inflation cools

Dallas Federal Reserve Bank President Lorie Logan on Friday reiterated her view that even if inflation nears the Fed's 2% goal in coming months, the U.S. central

Fed's Logan calls for caution on rate cuts, even if inflation cools
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Investors pull out of US equity funds for a second successive week

U.S. investors pulled out of equity funds for the second consecutive week through February 12, driven by rising inflation, weaker economic data and concerns over President Donald Trump's

Investors pull out of US equity funds for a second successive week
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russia's Nabiullina on interest rates, rouble, inflation and Ukraine

Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina addressed a news conference on Friday after the central bank kept its key interest rate on hold at 21%. Nabiullina spoke in Russian.

Russia's Nabiullina on interest rates, rouble, inflation and Ukraine
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Russia keeps rates on hold as Trump-Putin contact boosts markets

The Russian central bank kept its benchmark interest rate on hold at 21% at a board meeting on Friday as the rouble and stock market rallied

Russia keeps rates on hold as Trump-Putin contact boosts markets
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US import prices rise moderately in January

U.S. import prices increased slightly less than expected in January as a surge in the cost of fuels was partially offset by decreases in the prices of motor vehicles and

US import prices rise moderately in January
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil's central bank chief says bank can't act preemptively on economic slowdown

Brazil's central bank chief on Friday acknowledged market concerns about how the bank would react to an economic

Brazil's central bank chief says bank can't act preemptively on economic slowdown
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|US

Dollar on track for weekly loss against euro as tariffs delayed

The dollar was on track for a weekly loss against the euro on Friday as a delay in the introduction of trade tariffs planned by U.S.

Dollar on track for weekly loss against euro as tariffs delayed
Asia|Business|Economy

Malaysia's economy ends 2024 on high note amid strong investment, domestic spending  

Malaysia's economy grew faster than expected in the fourth quarter of 2024 amid strong domestic demand and a recovery in exports, the central bank said on

Malaysia's economy ends 2024 on high note amid strong investment, domestic spending  
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Walmart to shed light on consumer health as inflation bites, tariffs swirl

Walmart's quarterly report in the coming week will give investors fresh insight into the health of U.S. consumers, who are facing stronger inflation and

Walmart to shed light on consumer health as inflation bites, tariffs swirl
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Spain's EU-harmonised 12-month inflation rises to 2.9% in January

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate rose to 2.9% in January from 2.8% in the period through December, final data released by the National Statistics Institute, or INE

Spain's EU-harmonised 12-month inflation rises to 2.9% in January
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Sri Lanka's cenbank sees inflation peak above target in Q2 next year

Sri Lanka's headline inflation is expected to peak around 2 percentage points above the central bank's target in the second quarter of 2026, the bank said in a monetary policy

Sri Lanka's cenbank sees inflation peak above target in Q2 next year
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan inflation likely hit 17-month-high in January on rising food prices - Reuters poll

Japan's core consumer price inflation likely accelerated in January from the previous month and rose at the joint-fastest pace in 17 months due to high food prices and reduced energy

Japan inflation likely hit 17-month-high in January on rising food prices - Reuters poll
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

RBA to deliver first rate cut in a short series on February 18: Reuters poll 

Easing inflation has opened the door for the Reserve Bank of Australia to begin an anticipated brief series of interest rate cuts, starting with a quarter

RBA to deliver first rate cut in a short series on February 18: Reuters poll 
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Wall St rallies as hot PPI looks cooler under surface

A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.

Wall St rallies as hot PPI looks cooler under surface
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump’s latest tariff salvo is all bark and no bite – for now

Trump’s latest tariff salvo is all bark and no bite – for now

Economy|Election|Political|US

Americans voted for Trump. Did they vote for this?

Americans voted for Trump. Did they vote for this?

Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

TODAY'S TARIFF NEWS FOLLOWS GRIM INFLATION REPORT (4aET)

Today's the day Trump says he's signing off on reciprocal tariffs, a day after a report showing higher-than-expected inflation.

TODAY'S TARIFF NEWS FOLLOWS GRIM INFLATION REPORT (4aET)
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

RBNZ to cut rates by another 50 bps on February 19 on growth concerns: Reuters poll

New Zealand's central bank will follow through on plans to cut interest rates more with a 50 basis-point reduction on Wednesday to 3.75%,

RBNZ to cut rates by another 50 bps on February 19 on growth concerns: Reuters poll
Americas|Business|Economy

Argentina monthly inflation slows to lowest in over 4 years in January

Argentina's monthly inflation rate slowed to 2.2% in January, its lowest level since mid-2020, while landing slightly below analyst estimates, data from the INDEC statistics

Argentina monthly inflation slows to lowest in over 4 years in January
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Dollar dips as inflation data points to lower core PCE

The dollar slipped on Thursday after components of January’s producer price report pointed to lower inflation, and fell further after the White House said that

Dollar dips as inflation data points to lower core PCE
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Wall Street ends higher after Trump unveils tariff plan

The S&P 500 ended higher on Thursday, lifted by gains in Nvidia, Apple and Tesla, after U.S.

Wall Street ends higher after Trump unveils tariff plan
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Average US rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.87%, fourth straight weekly decline

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. eased for the fourth week in a row, an encouraging sign for prospective home shoppers as the spring homebuying season gets underway

Average US rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.87%, fourth straight weekly decline
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB can keep cutting rates even if Fed takes it slow, Vujcic says

The European Central Bank could cut interest rates three more times this year even if its U.S. counterpart moves more slowly but policy easing is predicated on a

ECB can keep cutting rates even if Fed takes it slow, Vujcic says
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Rwanda central bank holds key rate despite pickup in inflation

Rwanda's central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged at 6.5% for the second monetary policy meeting in a row, saying that despite a recent pickup in

Rwanda central bank holds key rate despite pickup in inflation
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fed seen on hold until September, with rising bets on earlier rate cut

The Federal Reserve will likely wait until September before cutting its policy rate, traders bet on Thursday, as data kept alive worries over elevated inflation and a decline

Fed seen on hold until September, with rising bets on earlier rate cut
Africa|Economy|Political

Nigerian lawmakers pass increased budget of $36.6 billion for 2025

Nigerian lawmakers approved a budget of 54.99 trillion naira ($36.6 billion) for 2025, exceeding the proposal submitted by President Bola Tinubu, the parliamentary

Nigerian lawmakers pass increased budget of $36.6 billion for 2025
Business|Economy|Europe

Norway central bank may soon be ready for 'a little' easing of rates, governor says

Norway's central bank is nearing its first interest rate cut in five years, although keeping inflation in check will require a higher cost of borrowing than for much

Norway central bank may soon be ready for 'a little' easing of rates, governor says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

US producer inflation trends higher; labor market remains stable

U.S. producer prices increased solidly in January, offering more evidence inflation was picking up again and strengthening financial market views that the

US producer inflation trends higher; labor market remains stable
Americas|Economy|Political

Argentina inflation hits five-year low in win for Milei

Argentina's monthly inflation rate dropped to 2.2% in January, its lowest since mid-2020 after libertarian President Javier Milei took office just over a year

Argentina inflation hits five-year low in win for Milei
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Bank of England's Pill 'cautious' about further rate cuts

The Bank of England needs to move cautiously with cutting interest rates because the long process of wrestling down inflation is not yet

Bank of England's Pill 'cautious' about further rate cuts
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazil cuts economic growth forecast for this year to 2.3%, sees inflation at 4.8%

Brazil's government on Thursday lowered its economic growth forecast for this year to 2.3%, down from a previous estimate of 2.5% in November, as the economy slows from last

Brazil cuts economic growth forecast for this year to 2.3%, sees inflation at 4.8%
Business|Economy|Political|US

Inflation is Trump’s problem now

Inflation is Trump’s problem now

Inflation is Trump’s problem now
Business|Economy|Finance|US

December wholesale prices up a hot 0.4% as fight against inflation appears to have stalled

U.S. wholesale prices came in hotter than expected last month at a time when progress against inflation appears to have stalled, undercutting expectations for lower interest rates this year

December wholesale prices up a hot 0.4% as fight against inflation appears to have stalled
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|US

Denny’s is closing dozens more restaurants

Denny’s is closing dozens more restaurants

Denny’s is closing dozens more restaurants
Business|Economy|Finance|US

The number of Americans seeking jobless benefits falls as employers continue to hold on to workers

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week as employers continue to retain workers despite resurgent inflation and elevated interest rates

The number of Americans seeking jobless benefits falls as employers continue to hold on to workers
Economy|Finance|Political|US

The latest inflation report shows that high prices are Trump's major economic challenge

Donald Trump promised as a candidate that he could easily conquer inflation, but the reality is proving tougher than he expected

The latest inflation report shows that high prices are Trump's major economic challenge
Asia|Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Stocks tumble, dollar rallies as US inflation heats up

U.S. stock futures tumbled and the dollar rose on Wednesday after data showed consumer inflation picked up more than expected in January, underscoring Federal

Stocks tumble, dollar rallies as US inflation heats up
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|US

'Hard to find anything good': CNN's Matt Egan explains why inflation jumped in January

Consumer prices surged last month, driving inflation up to 3% for the first time since last June. Egg prices drove a large part of the increase in food.

'Hard to find anything good': CNN's Matt Egan explains why inflation jumped in January
Economy|Finance|Political|US

US inflation jump puts Fed officials on notice as Powell testifies

Higher inflation readings reported on Wednesday left Federal Reserve officials telling U.S. lawmakers, business executives and the public that they may be

US inflation jump puts Fed officials on notice as Powell testifies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Hotter January inflation jolts markets, dimming rate cut hopes

Surprisingly strong U.S. inflation in January stoked investor fears that a heating economy and looming tariffs could corner the Federal

Hotter January inflation jolts markets, dimming rate cut hopes
Americas|Business|Economy

Brazil's services activity posts surprise drop in December as economy cools

Services activity in Brazil ended 2024 on a negative note despite notching its fourth consecutive year of gains, with the sector unexpectedly slipping in December as the local

Brazil's services activity posts surprise drop in December as economy cools
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump says lower interest rates would go hand-in-hand with tariffs

President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that interest rates should be lowered and that would go "hand in hand" with his upcoming tariffs, despite economists' expectations that tariffs

Trump says lower interest rates would go hand-in-hand with tariffs
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Trump has a plan to lower inflation. It’s just delayed

Trump has a plan to lower inflation. It’s just delayed

Economy|Finance|World

Russian consumer prices up 0.2% ahead of rate decision

Russian consumer prices rose by 0.23% in the week to February 10, bringing price growth to 1.53% since the start of the year, compared with 1.55% in the same period of last year,

Russian consumer prices up 0.2% ahead of rate decision
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Powell says Trump's comments won't affect interest rate decisions by the Fed

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday President Donald Trump’s calls for lower interest rates won’t lead the central bank to change its rate decisions

Powell says Trump's comments won't affect interest rate decisions by the Fed
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US inflation heats up to 3% for first time since June

US inflation heats up to 3% for first time since June

US inflation heats up to 3% for first time since June
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Hot Jan US CPI surprise argues for Fed staying in neutral

The U.S. consumer price index increased more than expected in January, reinforcing the Federal Reserve's message that it was in no rush to resume cutting interest rates amid growing

Hot Jan US CPI surprise argues for Fed staying in neutral
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Kraft Heinz forecasts bleak annual profit as higher prices hamper demand recovery

Kraft Heinz forecast annual profit below estimates and missed quarterly sales estimates on Wednesday, as the packaged food maker struggles with sluggish demand for its products such as

Kraft Heinz forecasts bleak annual profit as higher prices hamper demand recovery
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Brazil's inflation slows in January but tightening cycle to continue

Brazil's inflation rate slowed in January from the previous month, data showed on Tuesday, but the 12-month rate was still above the upper end of the central bank's target range,

Brazil's inflation slows in January but tightening cycle to continue
Asia|Business|Economy

Vietnam says to revise up 2025 GDP growth target to 8.0% from 6.5%-7.0%

Vietnam will officially revise up its gross domestic product growth target for 2025 to 8.0% from 6.5%-7.0%, Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung said on Wednesday.

Vietnam says to revise up 2025 GDP growth target to 8.0% from 6.5%-7.0%
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Fed's Powell, quizzed about trade, Musk, and bank safety, says economy is fine

U.S.

Fed's Powell, quizzed about trade, Musk, and bank safety, says economy is fine
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Powell says there's no rush to ease more given strong economy

The U.S.

Powell says there's no rush to ease more given strong economy
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Fed's Hammack sees need to hold rates steady for some time

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said on Tuesday the need to get inflation back to target will keep monetary policy on pause for now.

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Bank of England's Mann says no to 'cut, cut, cut' on rates

Bank of England policymaker Catherine Mann said on Tuesday that her unexpected vote for a half percentage-point cut in interest rates last week did not mean she

Bank of England's Mann says no to 'cut, cut, cut' on rates
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Too early to see impact of US tariffs on world economy, IMF head says

U.S. tariffs are an "evolving story" and it is too early to assess their impact on the world economy, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on

Too early to see impact of US tariffs on world economy, IMF head says
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Russia's budget deficit jumps 14-fold in January

Russia's fiscal deficit jumped 14-fold in January due to a 73.6% increase in spending at the start of the year, reaching 1.7 trillion roubles ($17.73 billion) or 0.8% of national

Russia's budget deficit jumps 14-fold in January
Asia|Economy|Election|Political|World

Bangladesh opposition says government aims to hold polls by December

Bangladesh is working towards holding general elections by December, the party of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia said after some of its officials held a meeting with Muhammad

Bangladesh opposition says government aims to hold polls by December
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Bank of England's Mann sees consumer pricing near target in year ahead, FT reports

Bank of England policymaker Catherine Mann said companies will struggle to raise prices this year as consumers are hit by job losses and spending softens, the Financial Times reported on

Bank of England's Mann sees consumer pricing near target in year ahead, FT reports
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Fed hawks and doves: what US central bankers are saying

U.S. central bankers paused interest-rate cuts at their January 28-29 meeting, noting bumpy progress toward their 2% inflation goal, a still-strong labor market, and a lot of uncertainty

Fed hawks and doves: what US central bankers are saying
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An unwanted double: US sales fall for American whiskeys as threats of a trade war heat up

Like a watered-down drink, domestic sales for American whiskeys were unsatisfying in 2024 as inflation reined in consumer spending on some distilled spirits

An unwanted double: US sales fall for American whiskeys as threats of a trade war heat up
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What’s propping up inflation? Blame housing

What’s propping up inflation? Blame housing

What’s propping up inflation? Blame housing
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Australian consumers stay cautious in February, survey says

Australian consumer sentiment remained in the doldrums in February, a survey showed on Tuesday, failing to benefit from slowing inflation or speculation about an imminent cut in

Australian consumers stay cautious in February, survey says
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UK retailers enjoy 'solid' start to 2025, BRC says

British retailers reported a reasonable start to 2025 after a disappointing 2024 but are concerned about rises in employment costs in April and broader inflation

UK retailers enjoy 'solid' start to 2025, BRC says
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Fed to wait for months on next rate cut as tariffs risk inflation flare up- Reuters poll

Faced with the threat of rising inflation, the U.S.

Fed to wait for months on next rate cut as tariffs risk inflation flare up- Reuters poll
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance

Australia business confidence improves even as conditions slacken, survey says

A measure of Australian business activity eased in January as sales and profits softened, a survey showed on Tuesday, though confidence got a boost amid hopes for a near-term

Australia business confidence improves even as conditions slacken, survey says
Economy|Finance|Political|US

NY Fed finds mostly stable inflation expectations in January

By Michael S.

NY Fed finds mostly stable inflation expectations in January
Africa|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Egypt annual inflation rate inches down to 24% in January

Egypt's annual urban consumer price inflation rate inched down to 24% year-on-year in January from 24.1% in December, data from statistics agency CAPMAS showed on Monday.

Egypt annual inflation rate inches down to 24% in January
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Labor, inflation to weigh on gold miners' results

Higher labor costs and sticky inflation could continue to weigh on gold miners' profits going into 2025, analysts said, but soaring prices of the yellow metal should still

Labor, inflation to weigh on gold miners' results
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Gold bulls lock in on glittering milestone; $3,000/oz in sight

U.S.

Gold bulls lock in on glittering milestone; $3,000/oz in sight
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Russian central bank expected to keep benchmark rate on hold on Feb 14: Reuters poll

The Russian central bank is expected to keep its benchmark interest rate on hold at a board meeting on February 14 but is likely to use more hawkish language

Russian central bank expected to keep benchmark rate on hold on Feb 14: Reuters poll
Economy|Finance|MidEast

Israel statistics bureau lowers food weighting, raises housing in CPI basket

Israel's main government data supplier said on Monday it was adjusting its inflation basket by boosting the weighting of housing, telecommunications and transportation, while

Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of Mexico's governor says inflation fight enters new phase

Mexico's inflationary environment is expected to allow policymakers to keep cutting the benchmark interest rate, the head of the Bank of Mexico told Reuters

Bank of Mexico's governor says inflation fight enters new phase
Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Iran currency plunges to record lows amid escalating U.S. tensions

Iran's currency fell on Saturday to a new all-time low against the U.S. dollar after the country's supreme leader rejected talks with the United States and President Donald Trump

Iran currency plunges to record lows amid escalating U.S. tensions
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed officials see healthy jobs market, no rate-cut rush

Federal Reserve officials on Friday said the U.S. job market is solid and noted the lack of clarity over how President Donald Trump's policies will affect economic growth and

Fed officials see healthy jobs market, no rate-cut rush
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Fed's Kashkari sees policy rate 'modestly lower' at end-2025

Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank President Neel Kashkari on Friday said fresh data published Friday shows the labor market is strong, and if inflation continues to cool, the U.S. central

Fed's Kashkari sees policy rate 'modestly lower' at end-2025
Economy|Political|US

Americans, including Republicans, now fear higher inflation this year

Americans, including Republicans, now fear higher inflation this year

Americans, including Republicans, now fear higher inflation this year
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Stronger wage growth justifies caution on rates, says BoE's Pill

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said on Friday that an expected rise in inflation this year would probably not lead to second-round price

Stronger wage growth justifies caution on rates, says BoE's Pill
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High inflation is key challenge for Russia's economy, prime minister tells Putin

High inflation is the key challenge for the Russian economy in 2025, while the economic growth rate is expected to fall from 4.1% recorded last

High inflation is key challenge for Russia's economy, prime minister tells Putin
Americas|Economy|Finance

Mexico inflation slows in January as central bank steps up rate cuts

Mexico's annual inflation rate slowed slightly more than expected in January, official data showed on Friday, after the central bank accelerated the pace of its interest rate

Mexico inflation slows in January as central bank steps up rate cuts
Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

Turkish central bank says rate cuts 'not on autopilot', lifts inflation forecast

Turkey's central bank governor Fatih Karahan said on Friday the bank is "not on autopilot" after two straight interest rate cuts and its

Turkish central bank says rate cuts 'not on autopilot', lifts inflation forecast
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

India cuts rates for first time in nearly 5 years to boost growth as inflation eases

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cut its key interest rate for the first time in nearly five years on Friday, as it seeks to boost the sluggish

India cuts rates for first time in nearly 5 years to boost growth as inflation eases
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Britain's struggling low-income shoppers challenge growth agenda

Deb Taylor emerged empty-handed from her branch of budget fashion retailer Primark in Southampton, southern England,

Britain's struggling low-income shoppers challenge growth agenda
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Bank of England halves UK growth projection and cuts main interest rate to 4.50%

The Bank of England halved its growth projection for the British economy this year as it cut its main interest rate for the third time in six months

Bank of England halves UK growth projection and cuts main interest rate to 4.50%
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Boston Fed maps out inflation response to Trump trade tariffs

By Michael S.

Boston Fed maps out inflation response to Trump trade tariffs
Economy|Finance|US

Dallas Fed's Logan signals rate cuts require US labor market cooling

(Rueters) - Dallas Federal Reserve Bank President Lorie Logan on Thursday signaled she was ready to keep interest rates on hold for "quite some time" even if inflation drops closer to the Fed's 2%

Dallas Fed's Logan signals rate cuts require US labor market cooling
Americas|Economy|Political

Argentina analysts more upbeat on 2025 inflation, economic growth

Argentine analysts nudged down their forecasts for this year's inflation, according to the central bank's market expectations survey published on Thursday, while also turning slightly more

Argentina analysts more upbeat on 2025 inflation, economic growth
Asia|Business|Economy

BOJ's fresh take on labour crunch opens door for more rate hikes

The Bank of Japan is increasingly blaming chronic labour shortages, not stagnant demand, as the main reason for its weak economic activity, a justification it may use

BOJ's fresh take on labour crunch opens door for more rate hikes
Business|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Take-Two forecasts downbeat Q4 bookings, reiterates 'GTA VI' launch in fall

Take-Two Interactive Software forecast its fourth-quarter bookings below estimates on Thursday, owing to weaker spending on mobile games as consumers grapple with

Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

US bond market lukewarm on Bessent's 10-year yield pledge

U.S.

US bond market lukewarm on Bessent's 10-year yield pledge
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Goolsbee: Fed in solid place for eventual cuts though uncertainty means a slower approach

A full-employment economy with solid growth and falling inflation will let the U.S.

Goolsbee: Fed in solid place for eventual cuts though uncertainty means a slower approach
Americas|Economy|Food|Political

Brazil's Lula voices concern about food prices but sees inflation 'under control'

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Thursday that he is "worried" about high food prices in the country, but projected price growth would slow going forward and

Brazil's Lula voices concern about food prices but sees inflation 'under control'
Africa|Economy|Finance

Zimbabwe central bank keeps policy rate at 35%

Zimbabwe's central bank said on Thursday that its monetary policy rate had been kept unchanged at 35%.

Zimbabwe central bank keeps policy rate at 35%
Business|Economy|Europe

UK firms trim wage growth expectations, BoE survey shows

British companies' expectations for wage growth fell marginally in January and expectations for employment growth also declined in part due to a looming increase in payroll taxes, a

UK firms trim wage growth expectations, BoE survey shows
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Mexico headline inflation likely fell again January: Reuters poll

Mexico's annual inflation rate likely slid to its lowest level in four years in January, a Reuters poll of analysts predicted on Thursday, boosting bets the central bank will

Mexico headline inflation likely fell again January: Reuters poll
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Bank of England cuts rates and growth outlook, sees inflation 'bump'

The Bank of England cut interest rates by a quarter-point and some policymakers wanted a bigger move to offset a slowdown, but the BoE said it would

Bank of England cuts rates and growth outlook, sees inflation 'bump'
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil's finance minister sees inflation above target until June

Brazil's finance minister expects inflation to "surprise positively" this year as the central bank tightens its monetary policy, but acknowledged in an interview aired late on

Brazil's finance minister sees inflation above target until June
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets

Focus swings back to rate moves, company earnings

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Investors in Europe will wake up to an action-packed Thursday spanning a rate decision from the Bank of England (BoE) and a flurry

Focus swings back to rate moves, company earnings
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Reuters interview with ECB board member Cipollone

The following is the transcript of Reuters interview with ECB board member Piero Cipollone. For a main interview story, click here.

Reuters interview with ECB board member Cipollone
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Europe could be a big loser in US-China trade war, ECB warns

European Central Bank interest rates have room to fall further as inflation moderates, ECB board member Piero Cipollone said, warning that

Europe could be a big loser in US-China trade war, ECB warns
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Bank of England poised to cut rates but inflation worries linger

The Bank of England looks set to cut interest rates on Thursday for only the third time since just after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, as it

Bank of England poised to cut rates but inflation worries linger
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Czech central bank cuts key interest rate to 3.75% as inflation stays higher than expected

The Czech Republic’s central bank has cut its key interest rate again amid higher than expected inflation

Czech central bank cuts key interest rate to 3.75% as inflation stays higher than expected
Asia|Business|Economy

Hawkish BOJ policymaker urges raising rates to at least 1%

The Bank of Japan must raise interest rates to at least 1% by the second half of the fiscal year beginning in April, hawkish board member

Hawkish BOJ policymaker urges raising rates to at least 1%
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Jefferson: In no rush to reduce level of policy restraint

U.S.

Fed's Jefferson: In no rush to reduce level of policy restraint
Business|Economy|Political|US

Fed's Goolsbee warns of potential inflationary impact of tariffs

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee warned on Wednesday that ignoring the potential inflationary impact of tariffs would be a mistake, citing the COVID-19 pandemic experience

Fed's Goolsbee warns of potential inflationary impact of tariffs
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed officials note abundance of uncertainty in Trump's policy moves

Federal Reserve officials on Wednesday pointed to the large policy uncertainty around tariffs and other issues arising from the early days of

Fed officials note abundance of uncertainty in Trump's policy moves
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Mexico's central bank will likely bring interest rate down to 9.5%: Reuters poll

Mexico's central bank will likely cut its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points later this week, taking it to 9.50%, a Reuters poll showed on Wednesday, as inflation cools

Mexico's central bank will likely bring interest rate down to 9.5%: Reuters poll
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ECB's Centeno hopes key interest rate will drop to 2% sooner, not later

The European Central bank may need to cut interest rates below a neutral level to stimulate economic growth as inflation is at risk of falling

ECB's Centeno hopes key interest rate will drop to 2% sooner, not later
Economy|Election|Europe|Political

Hungary's shaky economy disrupts Orban's re-election playbook

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's hopes that a strong economy will propel his Fidesz party to another election victory in 2026 are being challenged by a

Hungary's shaky economy disrupts Orban's re-election playbook
Business|Economy|Europe

UK services firms speed up job cuts but price pressures strong, PMI shows

British services firms lost momentum last month as a looming rise in employer taxes led to the fastest job cuts in four years but price pressures remained strong, according to a

UK services firms speed up job cuts but price pressures strong, PMI shows
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Morgan Stanley revises Fed rate cut forecast amid tariff uncertainty

Morgan Stanley joined Barclays and Macquarie in forecasting a single 25 basis point interest rate cut by the U.S.

Morgan Stanley revises Fed rate cut forecast amid tariff uncertainty
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance

Kenya private sector activity expands weakly in January, PMI shows

Kenya's private sector activity expanded for a fourth straight month in January but only modestly and at a slower pace than in December, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Kenya private sector activity expands weakly in January, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Europe

Russian services sector sees fastest growth in a year, PMI shows

Russia's services sector saw its fastest growth in a year in January, buoyed by a sharp increase in new business, a survey showed on Wednesday.

Russian services sector sees fastest growth in a year, PMI shows
Asia|Business|Economy

BOJ keeps up rate-hike signal as wages rise

The Bank of Japan will continue to raise interest rates if underlying inflation accelerates toward its 2% target as projected, a senior central bank official said on

BOJ keeps up rate-hike signal as wages rise
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Philippine central bank to take 'measured approach' in easing as inflation steadies

The Philippine central bank will take a "measured approach" in easing policy rates, it said on Wednesday, as annual inflation held steady at 2.9% in January,

Philippine central bank to take 'measured approach' in easing as inflation steadies
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan inflation-adjusted wages rise in December on jump in bonuses

Japan's December inflation-adjusted real wages rose 0.6% year-on-year thanks to a wintertime bonus bump, preliminary government data showed on Wednesday, with government officials

Japan inflation-adjusted wages rise in December on jump in bonuses
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fed's Jefferson: Rates likely to fall over medium term

The Federal Reserve can continue cutting interest rates at least "over the medium term," Fed Vice Chair Philip Jefferson said on Tuesday, reiterating the U.S. central

Fed's Jefferson: Rates likely to fall over medium term
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil 2025 public debt seen rising by double-digits, rate-linked bonds soar

Brazil's Treasury on Tuesday estimated that federal public debt will rise up to 16% this year, as bonds linked to the benchmark interest rate potentially exceed

Brazil 2025 public debt seen rising by double-digits, rate-linked bonds soar
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump’s tariff tactics carry higher economic risks than during his first term

When Donald Trump started the biggest trade war since the 1930s in his first term, his impulsive combination of threats and import taxes on U.S. trading partners created chaos, generated drama -- and drew criticism from mainstream economists who favor free trade

Trump’s tariff tactics carry higher economic risks than during his first term
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Investors on guard as US tariff threats evolve

Investors are seeking to protect portfolios from the potential economic fallout from President Donald Trump's tariff plans even as many on

Investors on guard as US tariff threats evolve
Business|Economy|Finance|US

US job openings fall to 7.6 million in December, suggesting the job market is slowing but healthy

U.S. job openings fell in December, a sign that the labor market is cooling but remains healthy

US job openings fall to 7.6 million in December, suggesting the job market is slowing but healthy
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

TARIFF ON CHINESE IMPORTS START AND EU COULD BE NEXT (4aET)

China's retaliating against US tariffs that started today, as Europe braces for a potential trade showdown with Trump next.

TARIFF ON CHINESE IMPORTS START AND EU COULD BE NEXT (4aET)
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What will get more expensive now that Trump imposed his tariffs

What will get more expensive now that Trump imposed his tariffs

What will get more expensive now that Trump imposed his tariffs
Americas|Business|Economy

Brazil's central bank sees economic cooling as key, flags fiscal and FX risks

Brazil's central bank on Tuesday stressed that cooling economic activity is crucial for bringing inflation to target, while labeling the unanchoring of inflation

Brazil's central bank sees economic cooling as key, flags fiscal and FX risks
Economy|Europe|Finance|Health|Political

Poland needs to cut spending and raise taxes, OECD says

Poland's higher social, health and defence spending requires sustained fiscal adjustment to reduce the budget deficit and avoid excess demand, the Organisation for Economic Co-

Poland needs to cut spending and raise taxes, OECD says
Africa|Business|Economy|Political

Nigeria union suspends planned protest over telecom tariff, enters talks with government

Nigeria's largest labour union has suspended a planned nationwide protest against a 50% hike in telecommunications tariffs and will negotiate with the government to

Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|US

Central bank body urges policy revamps to heed COVID lessons

Central bank body the Bank for International Settlements has urged the likes of the Federal Reserve and European Central Bank to revamp the way they approach interest

Central bank body urges policy revamps to heed COVID lessons
Business|Economy|Political|US

Fed officials see inflation risks from Trump's tariffs

By Michael S.

Fed officials see inflation risks from Trump's tariffs
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump's trade war salvo heightens market turbulence

Financial markets that had banked on avoiding trade wars are recalibrating the possibility of

Trump's trade war salvo heightens market turbulence
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political

Brazil inflation to ease further this year, Lula tells Congress

Inflation in Brazil is expected to ease further this year and near the mid-point of the central bank's 3% target by mid-2026, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said in a

Brazil inflation to ease further this year, Lula tells Congress
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

PIMCO focuses on Trump's market-tuned policy tweaks amid inflation risks

U.S.

PIMCO focuses on Trump's market-tuned policy tweaks amid inflation risks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump's tariffs raise fears Brazil's central bank is out of step on inflation

Brazilian analysts say the tariffs announced by U.S.

Trump's tariffs raise fears Brazil's central bank is out of step on inflation
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Wall Street rattled by back-and-forth over Trump’s tariffs

Wall Street rattled by back-and-forth over Trump’s tariffs

Wall Street rattled by back-and-forth over Trump’s tariffs
Economy|Health|MidEast

Health payment changes to drive Turkish inflation higher in Feb, economists say

A recent change in Turkey's health regulations is expected to add 0.6 percentage points to inflation in February and push annual inflation up by 1.5 percentage points, economists

Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US

Reactions to Trump's steep tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

European leaders were bracing for U.S. tariffs after sweeping levies imposed by U.S.

Reactions to Trump's steep tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
Business|Economy|Europe

UK factory activity contracts for fourth straight month in January, PMI shows

British factories reported another tough month in January as output, new orders and employment all fell, with companies hit by higher costs even before payroll

UK factory activity contracts for fourth straight month in January, PMI shows
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Americans have high hopes for Trump's economy, Gallup poll shows

Americans are more bullish on the U.S. economy and the stock market and more hopeful about falling inflation and borrowing costs than they have been in a decade or more, including in the

Americans have high hopes for Trump's economy, Gallup poll shows
Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB 'not quite there' with rate cuts but cautious flexibility needed, Kazimir says

European Central Bank interest rates have room to fall further given weak growth and a slowdown in inflation, but uncertainty is so high that any more precise guidance on rates

ECB 'not quite there' with rate cuts but cautious flexibility needed, Kazimir says
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Turkey's manufacturing sector contracts further in January, PMI shows

Turkey's manufacturing sector contracted at a sharper pace in January as output, new orders, and employment all fell, a business survey showed on Monday.

Turkey's manufacturing sector contracts further in January, PMI shows
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|MidEast

Turkish inflation rate up at 5.03% in January after price adjustments

Turkey's monthly inflation rate climbed more than expected to 5.03% in January due to a minimum wage hike and several new-year price updates while annual inflation fell to 42.12%,

Turkish inflation rate up at 5.03% in January after price adjustments
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Turkey monthly inflation to accelerate in January, annual rate seen slowing to 41.25%

Turkey's monthly inflation rate is expected to rise sharply to 4.35% in January, driven by an annual hike in the minimum wage and various new year price adjustments, while the

Turkey monthly inflation to accelerate in January, annual rate seen slowing to 41.25%
Asia|Business|Economy|Political

South Korea factory activity expands as output grows on overseas demand, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity expanded marginally in January, with production rising for the first time in five months on robust overseas demand, a private-sector

South Korea factory activity expands as output grows on overseas demand, PMI shows
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Trump says Americans could feel 'some pain' from tariffs as he threatens more import taxes

President Donald Trump says Americans could feel “some pain” from the emerging trade war triggered by his tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China

Trump says Americans could feel 'some pain' from tariffs as he threatens more import taxes
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Wall Street girds for market impact of Trump tariffs

Global markets buckled up for a turbulent session on Monday after U.S.

Wall Street girds for market impact of Trump tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|US

US businesses brace for Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China to drive up costs

From an ice cream parlor in California to a medical supply business in North Carolina to a T-shirt vendor outside Detroit, U.S. businesses are bracing to take a hit from the taxes President Donald Trump has imposed on imports from Canada, Mexico and China, America’s three biggest trading partners

US businesses brace for Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China to drive up costs
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump’s tariffs are a $1.4 trillion gamble with the economy and prices

Trump’s tariffs are a $1.4 trillion gamble with the economy and prices

Business|Economy|Europe|Political

French PM urges ECB to cut rates to boost growth

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou urged the European Central Bank to cut rates faster to help bolster economic growth in Europe now that inflation is back to normal levels,

French PM urges ECB to cut rates to boost growth
Business|Economy|Food|Lifestyle|Sports

Winging it for the Super Bowl? Broccoli might be a cheaper party snack this year

The cost of hosting a Super Bowl party is expected to barely budge this year, with an average increase of about 10 cents from the previous year

Winging it for the Super Bowl? Broccoli might be a cheaper party snack this year
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Traders bet Fed's next rate cut will wait until June

Traders on Friday kept bets that the Federal Reserve will wait until June to resume interest rate cuts, after government data showed inflation by the U.S. central bank's targeted measure

Traders bet Fed's next rate cut will wait until June
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Modi turns to India's vast middle class to revive growth in rough global year

India slashed personal tax rates in its annual budget on Saturday, as the world's fifth largest economy focuses on

Modi turns to India's vast middle class to revive growth in rough global year
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Looming tariffs worry Wall Street over earnings hit, inflation pressure

Investors are bracing for a looming hit to U.S. corporate profits and pressure on inflation if President Donald Trump makes

Looming tariffs worry Wall Street over earnings hit, inflation pressure
Business|Economy|Food|Political|US

Trump tariffs to stoke US food inflation despite pledge to lower costs

U.S. consumers grappling with soaring prices for beef and eggs will face even higher costs for meat, vegetables and fruit if President

Trump tariffs to stoke US food inflation despite pledge to lower costs
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Colombia central bank holds benchmark interest rate at 9.50% in surprise move

Colombia's central bank held the benchmark interest rate at 9.50% on Friday, surprising the market, which expected policymakers to vote for a

Colombia central bank holds benchmark interest rate at 9.50% in surprise move
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed officials wait for clarity on Trump policies

Two Federal Reserve officials seen as representing contrasting sides of the policy spectrum said on Friday they'll be watching the impact of

Fed officials wait for clarity on Trump policies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed's Goolsbee comforted by latest inflation data, worried about tariffs

Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee said inflation data released on Friday was a bit better than expected and gives him comfort that inflation is on path to the 2% target,

Fed's Goolsbee comforted by latest inflation data, worried about tariffs
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Instant View: US Dec PCE inflation uptick supports Fed hold

U.S. prices increased in December while consumer spending surged, suggesting that the Federal Reserve could delay cutting interest rates for some time this year.

Instant View: US Dec PCE inflation uptick supports Fed hold
Economy|Finance|US

The Fed’s go-to inflation gauge heated up again

The Fed’s go-to inflation gauge heated up again

The Fed’s go-to inflation gauge heated up again
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Financial conditions undercut Fed's 'restrictive' view: McGeever

U.S. interest rate cycles are driven largely by how restrictive or accommodative the Federal Reserve thinks monetary policy is.

Financial conditions undercut Fed's 'restrictive' view: McGeever
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Who are the BOJ's doves and hawks?

The fading shadow of reflationists in the Bank of Japan, and the latest addition to the board of an academic favouring an end to ultra-low interest rates, will likely

Who are the BOJ's doves and hawks?
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan set for first household spending increase in five months- Reuters poll

Japan is expected to report its first year-on-year increase in household spending in five months, a Reuters poll showed on Friday, although the rise appears to be marginal,

Japan set for first household spending increase in five months- Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

BOJ expects rising inflation to spur demand for new financial services

Japan needs to promote digitalisation as rising inflation and interest rates will increase demand for new financial services from households, a Bank of Japan executive said on Friday

BOJ expects rising inflation to spur demand for new financial services
Asia|Economy|Food|Lifestyle

Homegrown veg, cheap substitutes: Japanese get creative to fight soaring food prices

Japanese homemaker Kirina Mochizuki has always considered "okonomiyaki" savoury pancakes the ultimate comfort food: simple, satisfying and cheap.

Homegrown veg, cheap substitutes: Japanese get creative to fight soaring food prices
Asia|Business|Economy

Core inflation in Japan's capital hits 1-year high, keeps BOJ rate-hike bets alive

Core inflation in Japan's capital hit 2.5%, marking the fastest annual pace in nearly a year, well exceeding the central bank's 2% target and keeping alive market

Core inflation in Japan's capital hits 1-year high, keeps BOJ rate-hike bets alive
Americas|Business|Economy

Argentina central bank cuts interest rate to 29%, from 32%

Argentina's central bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 300 basis points to settle at 29%, it announced in a statement on Thursday, as inflation continues its downward path

Argentina central bank cuts interest rate to 29%, from 32%
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Bank of Japan board reshuffle to bring it closer to 'normal' central banking

The fading shadow of reflationists in the Bank of Japan, and the latest addition to the board of an academic favouring an end to ultra-low interest rates, will likely

Bank of Japan board reshuffle to bring it closer to 'normal' central banking
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Caterpillar warns of sales drop in 2025 on weak equipment demand

Caterpillar warned of a slight sales drop in 2025, as dealers scale back purchase of equipment due to weak demand driven by high borrowing costs and persistent inflation,

Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Argentina markets brace for rate cut as peso 'crawling peg' slows

Traders and analysts expect Argentina's central bank to lower its benchmark interest rate as soon as Thursday, as inflation falls sharply and as the bank is

Argentina markets brace for rate cut as peso 'crawling peg' slows
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

ECB cuts rates and governors expect more amid weak growth

The European Central Bank cut interest rates on Thursday and policymakers guided for a further reduction in March as concerns over

ECB cuts rates and governors expect more amid weak growth
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ECB governors see one more cut before debate heats up, sources say

A further European Central Bank interest rate cut is likely to go through in March without much resistance among policymakers before the debate between them on further easing

ECB governors see one more cut before debate heats up, sources say
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ECB cuts interest rates and keeps more easing on table

The European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected on Thursday and kept more easing on the table, sticking to its view that inflation in the euro zone is increasingly under

ECB cuts interest rates and keeps more easing on table
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European Central bank cuts benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point to boost stagnant economy

The European Central Bank is cutting its key interest rate, a step to boost an economy that’s struggling to grow as consumers burned by inflation warily eye price tags and businesses try to chart a course amid political turmoil in leading economies France and Germany

European Central bank cuts benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point to boost stagnant economy
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Tractor Supply misses quarterly results estimates on soft big ticket spending

Farming supplies retailer Tractor Supply missed Wall Street expectations for fourth-quarter results on Thursday, hurt by tepid demand for big-ticket items such as garden equipment and

Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Lagarde's statement after ECB policy meeting

Following is the text of European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde's statement after the bank's policy meeting on Thursday: Link to statement on ECB website: Good afternoon, the

Lagarde's statement after ECB policy meeting
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ECB cuts rates again, keeps door open to further easing

The European Central Bank cut interest rates on Thursday and kept the door open to further policy easing as concerns over lacklustre economic growth supersede worries about

ECB cuts rates again, keeps door open to further easing
Americas|Business|Economy

Peru's dollar mountain lets sol currency shine among Latam peers

Peru's sol has become Latin America's most stable currency, shaking off political turmoil in the nation that's had five presidents in as many years and seen deadly

Peru's dollar mountain lets sol currency shine among Latam peers
Economy|Europe|Finance

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation rises to 2.9% in January

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate rose to 2.9% in January, from 2.8% in the period through December, preliminary data from the National Statistics Institute (INE)

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation rises to 2.9% in January
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ will keep raising rates if economy on track, deputy governor Himino says

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said on Thursday that the central bank will continue to raise interest rates if the economy and prices move in line with

BOJ will keep raising rates if economy on track, deputy governor Himino says
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Bank of England readies rate cut and could hint at more to come

The Bank of England looks likely to cut interest rates next week, when it could also nudge investors to expect faster reductions than they currently predict as the economy

Bank of England readies rate cut and could hint at more to come
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|US

US stock market confronts risks as investors grapple with tech, Fed outlook

Risks to the U.S. stock market are piling up as cracks emerge in the technology trade and the path for interest rates is

US stock market confronts risks as investors grapple with tech, Fed outlook
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Fed rate actions in 2025 seen in a narrow band, Goldman Sachs CEO says

The Federal Reserve's future moves on interest rates in 2025 will be in a narrow range unless the trajectory of inflation changes, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon said in comments

Fed rate actions in 2025 seen in a narrow band, Goldman Sachs CEO says
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed stands pat, leans hawkish with omission of inflation-progress reference

The Federal Reserve left interest rates in the 4.25% to 4.50% target range on Wednesday and gave little insight into when further easing may take place in an economy where inflation remains

Fed stands pat, leans hawkish with omission of inflation-progress reference
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil central bank hikes rates by 100 bps, confirms same in March

Brazil's central bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 100 basis points for the second straight meeting on Wednesday and signaled another hike of that size

Brazil central bank hikes rates by 100 bps, confirms same in March
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Fed leaves rates unchanged, sees no hurry to cut again

By Howard Schneider, Michael S.

Fed leaves rates unchanged, sees no hurry to cut again
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Fed hold rates steady, sees inflation as 'elevated,' as Powell declines comment on Trump

The Federal Reserve left its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday after cutting it three times in a row last year, a sign of a more cautious approach as the Fed seeks to gauge where inflation is headed and what policies President Donald Trump may pursue

Fed hold rates steady, sees inflation as 'elevated,' as Powell declines comment on Trump
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Key takeaways from the Fed’s decision to pause interest rate cuts

Key takeaways from the Fed’s decision to pause interest rate cuts

Key takeaways from the Fed’s decision to pause interest rate cuts
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Czech central banker Frait sounds caution on scope for rate cuts in 2025

The Czech National Bank (CNB) has limited room to ease monetary policy this year, with domestic inflation threats warranting caution, and there will

Czech central banker Frait sounds caution on scope for rate cuts in 2025
Asia|Economy|Political

More Indians losing hope of improved quality of life under Modi, survey shows

More Indians are becoming less hopeful about their quality of life as stagnant wages and higher living costs cloud future prospects, a survey showed, in disappointing news for

More Indians losing hope of improved quality of life under Modi, survey shows
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Bank of Canada cuts growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026

The Bank of Canada on Wednesday cut its growth forecasts for both 2025 and 2026, citing the dampening effect of government policies designed to curb population growth.

Bank of Canada cuts growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance

Swedish central bank cuts policy rate to support weak economy

Sweden's central bank cut its key policy rate to 2.25% from 2.50% as expected on Wednesday to boost sluggish economic growth and said its forecast for interest rates held though

Swedish central bank cuts policy rate to support weak economy
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Swedish economy grows 0.2% in Q4, flash figures show

Sweden's gross domestic product grew 0.2% in the fourth quarter from the previous three-month period, a flash estimate from the statistics office showed on Wednesday.

Swedish economy grows 0.2% in Q4, flash figures show
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India's economy faces slowing growth, volatile trade ahead of new financial year

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi may seek to arrest slowing economic growth in the world's fifth-largest economy and prepare for an uncertain year of global trade when his

India's economy faces slowing growth, volatile trade ahead of new financial year
Asia|Business|Economy

Kuroda's 'bazooka' was losing fans within BOJ by time it was expanded, minutes show

Some Bank of Japan policymakers began to lose faith in the power of former Governor Haruhiko Kuroda's "bazooka" stimulus less than two years after its introduction,

Kuroda's 'bazooka' was losing fans within BOJ by time it was expanded, minutes show
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BMW expects full-year earnings margin in lower half of 6-7% target

BMW expects its fourth-quarter pre-tax earnings to be significantly below last year and its full-year margin to be in the lower half of its 6-7% target, according to slides posted on the

BMW expects full-year earnings margin in lower half of 6-7% target
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Bank lending prospects among key inputs for policymakers at Fed meeting

By Michael S.

Bank lending prospects among key inputs for policymakers at Fed meeting
Business|Economy|US

US consumer confidence deteriorates further in January

U.S. consumer confidence weakened for a second straight month in January amid renewed concerns about the labor market and inflation.

US consumer confidence deteriorates further in January
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Trump pledged to bring down food prices on Day One. Instead, eggs are getting more expensive

Trump pledged to bring down food prices on Day One. Instead, eggs are getting more expensive

Trump pledged to bring down food prices on Day One. Instead, eggs are getting more expensive
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ to raise rates again by July, eventually eye hike to 1.5%, says ex-policymaker

The Bank of Japan will likely raise interest rates again around June or July, and seek to triple its policy rate to at least 1.5% in the next two

BOJ to raise rates again by July, eventually eye hike to 1.5%, says ex-policymaker
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Federal Reserve expected to stand pat on rates even as Trump demands cuts

The Federal Reserve is nearly certain to keep its key interest rate unchanged at its policy meeting this week, just a few days after President Donald Trump said he would soon demand lower rates

Federal Reserve expected to stand pat on rates even as Trump demands cuts
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Global economy takes Trump guessing-game in stride

Global economic policymakers had been braced for an economic firestorm from the new U.S. administration but instead got a surprisingly

Global economy takes Trump guessing-game in stride
Economy|Europe|Political

ECB's Lagarde warns over cost of losing independence

Central bank independence is being challenged in parts of the world and greater political influence could undermined banks' ability to keep inflation down, risking economic

ECB's Lagarde warns over cost of losing independence
Economy|Election|Political|US

Trump says inflation isn't his No. 1 issue. So what will happen to consumer prices?

Inflation was a driving force behind Donald Trump's election victory, but he's put the issue on the back burner during his first week in office

Trump says inflation isn't his No. 1 issue. So what will happen to consumer prices?
Business|Economy|Food|US

Expect record-high egg prices for most of the year

Expect record-high egg prices for most of the year

Expect record-high egg prices for most of the year
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

A Fed on hold, for now, eyes strong jobs, easing inflation

At their last meeting in December, U.S.

A Fed on hold, for now, eyes strong jobs, easing inflation
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Stock market today: Wall Street edges back from its record

U.S. stocks edged back from their all-time high as they closed out a second straight winning week

Stock market today: Wall Street edges back from its record
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US dollar posts biggest weekly loss since November 2023 on tariff angst

The U.S. dollar slid on Friday and was set for its biggest weekly loss in over a year after President Donald Trump suggested a softer

US dollar posts biggest weekly loss since November 2023 on tariff angst
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5 economic forces that could shape the first year of Trump's presidency

Like most presidents, Donald Trump faces an economy that seldom bends to political ambitions

5 economic forces that could shape the first year of Trump's presidency
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US business activity at nine-month low in January; hiring accelerates

U.S. business activity slowed to a ninth-month low in January amid rising price pressures, but firms reported boosting hiring, supporting the Federal Reserve's

US business activity at nine-month low in January; hiring accelerates
Americas|Business|Economy|Food

More rate hikes likely coming in Brazil as inflation overshoots forecasts

Brazil's annual inflation rate slowed less than expected in early January, official data showed on Friday, cementing the likelihood that the central bank will hike interest rates

More rate hikes likely coming in Brazil as inflation overshoots forecasts
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Russian companies expect 2025 inflation above 10%, central bank survey shows

Russian companies surveyed by the central bank expect inflation in 2025 of 10.7%, more than double the official forecast, and named labour shortages as one of the main factors

Russian companies expect 2025 inflation above 10%, central bank survey shows
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Brazil central bank to raise rates another 100bps in January: Reuters poll

Brazil's central bank will raise its benchmark interest rate by 100 basis points on Jan. 29, with more to increases follow, taking the cost of borrowing to

Brazil central bank to raise rates another 100bps in January: Reuters poll
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World inflation not fully defeated yet, IMF's Georgieva says

Global policymakers have made remarkable progress in tackling inflation without inducing a recession, but some work remains to be done, International Monetary Fund Managing Director

World inflation not fully defeated yet, IMF's Georgieva says
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Stumbling growth and stubborn inflation: the BoE's rate cut challenge

The Bank of England must contend with a slowdown in Britain's economy but also stubborn inflation pressures when it considers whether to cut

Stumbling growth and stubborn inflation: the BoE's rate cut challenge
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Fed to hold rates steady at an unsteady moment

U.S.

Fed to hold rates steady at an unsteady moment
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Pakistan central bank likely to deliver sixth straight rate cut to revive economy- Reuters poll

Pakistan's central bank is expected to lower its key interest rate by at least 1 percentage point on Monday, analysts said, in its sixth straight cut as it attempts

Pakistan central bank likely to deliver sixth straight rate cut to revive economy- Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Japanese yen rallies, bond yields climb after BOJ hikes rates

The yen strengthened and Japanese government bond yields rose to fresh multi-year highs on Friday after the Bank of Japan hiked interest rates as expected and raised

Japanese yen rallies, bond yields climb after BOJ hikes rates
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Bank of Japan raises interest rates to highest in 17 years, yen jumps

The Bank of Japan raised interest rates on Friday to their highest since the 2008 global financial crisis and revised up its inflation forecasts,

Bank of Japan raises interest rates to highest in 17 years, yen jumps
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Instant View: Investors react to interest rate hike from BOJ

The Bank of Japan raised interest rates on Friday to their highest since the 2008 global financial crisis, underscoring its confidence that rising wages will keep inflation

Instant View: Investors react to interest rate hike from BOJ
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan's core inflation hits 16-month high, markets brace for BOJ hike

Japan's core consumer prices rose 3.0% in December year-on-year to mark the fastest annual pace in 16 months, likely cementing a central bank rate hike later in the

Japan's core inflation hits 16-month high, markets brace for BOJ hike
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Argentina economy expands for first time since middle of last year

Argentina's economy grew for the first time in half a year, posting a modest 0.1% year-on-year expansion in November that beat expectations, official data showed on Thursday.

Argentina economy expands for first time since middle of last year
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Trump says he will 'demand' that interest rates come down, but it won't be that simple

President Donald Trump has pledged cheaper prices and lower interest rates, but an economy transformed by the pandemic will make those promises difficult to keep

Trump says he will 'demand' that interest rates come down, but it won't be that simple
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Nigeria needs to double economic growth within a year or two, finance minister says

Nigeria needs to double economic growth within the next year or two from an annualized rate of 3.5% in the third quarter to lift its population out of

Nigeria needs to double economic growth within a year or two, finance minister says
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Trump policies likely to raise bond market's inflation fears, top money managers say

Giant U.S. asset managers overseeing well over $20 trillion are anticipating continued price pressures because of President Donald Trump's immigration and

Trump policies likely to raise bond market's inflation fears, top money managers say
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Mexico headline inflation in early January beats expectations, slides below 4%

Mexico's annual inflation rate slowed to its lowest level in almost four years in the first half of January, official data showed on Thursday, a price level likely to encourage the central

Mexico headline inflation in early January beats expectations, slides below 4%
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FTSE 100 rises to near record levels; CMC Markets tumbles

The UK's FTSE 100 rose on Thursday, ending just short of a fresh record high as investors sought clarity on U.S.

FTSE 100 rises to near record levels; CMC Markets tumbles
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Rate sensitivity haunts already elevated Brazil public debt

Investors already concerned about Brazil's ballooning public debt load under veteran leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva are being forced to reckon with

Rate sensitivity haunts already elevated Brazil public debt
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets

The chief executive of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund, one of the world's largest investors, said on Thursday that inflationary

Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets
Economy|Finance|MidEast|World

Turkey's central bank lowers benchmark interest rate to 45%

Turkey’s central bank has lowered its key interest rate by 2.5 percentage points to 45%

Turkey's central bank lowers benchmark interest rate to 45%
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Polish c.banker Tyrowicz still sees no reason to cut interest rates

Polish central banker Joanna Tyrowicz still does not see any grounds for interest rate cuts given the continued overshoot of the inflation target, she told a private radio station

Polish c.banker Tyrowicz still sees no reason to cut interest rates
Business|Economy|Europe

Norway central bank keeps rate on hold, plans March cut

Norway's central bank held its policy interest rate unchanged at a 17-year high of 4.50% on Thursday, as unanimously expected by analysts in a Reuters poll, and

Norway central bank keeps rate on hold, plans March cut
Economy|Finance|Political|World

Five key challenges for the Russian economy in 2025

The Russian economy has shown resilience during the three years of war in Ukraine and Western sanctions.

Five key challenges for the Russian economy in 2025
Asia|Economy|Finance|Political

Singapore December core inflation hits its lowest since November 2021

Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.8% in December from a year earlier, more than economist forecasts and the lowest in more than three years, official

Singapore December core inflation hits its lowest since November 2021
Africa|Business|Economy

S.Africa's Reserve Bank to cut rates by 25 bps Jan 30 to 7.50%- Reuters poll

The South African Reserve Bank will trim its repo rate next week by a quarter of a percentage point to 7.50% and repeat that in March, but then delay its final

S.Africa's Reserve Bank to cut rates by 25 bps Jan 30 to 7.50%- Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Political|US

Jamie Dimon on tariffs: ‘Get over it’

Jamie Dimon on tariffs: ‘Get over it’

Jamie Dimon on tariffs: ‘Get over it’
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IMF staff in Argentina for debt deal talks that could boost reserves

Staff from an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission are in Argentina discussing a possible new debt deal, an economy ministry source told Reuters on Wednesday, confirming

IMF staff in Argentina for debt deal talks that could boost reserves
Americas|Economy

Argentina economic activity seen contracting less in November

Economic activity in Argentina likely fell again in November versus the same month a year earlier, but less than the 0.7% contraction in October, a Reuters

Argentina economic activity seen contracting less in November
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Israel central bank chief says 1-2 rate cuts possible in 2025 if inflation cooperates

The Bank of Israel could reduce short-term interest rates one or two times in the second half of 2025 as long as inflation moves back below 3%, Governor Amir Yaron

Israel central bank chief says 1-2 rate cuts possible in 2025 if inflation cooperates
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ECB's Rehn says inflation confidence will allow for rate cuts

European Central Bank interest rates will keep falling as policymakers are confident that inflation will stabilise at the bank's 2% target, Finnish central bank chief Olli Rehn

ECB's Rehn says inflation confidence will allow for rate cuts
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ECB's Villeroy: Trump policies unlikely to have much impact on euro inflation

The new Trump administration's policies may affect inflation in the United States but are unlikely to have much impact on price pressures in Europe, ECB policymaker Francois Villeroy de

ECB's Villeroy: Trump policies unlikely to have much impact on euro inflation
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Column-'Golden age' here already, Trump just needs to protect it: Mike Dolan

In many respects, Donald Trump inherited the "golden age" he claims to be ushering in. All he really needs to do is not screw it up.

Column-'Golden age' here already, Trump just needs to protect it: Mike Dolan
Asia|Business|Economy

Japan wage growth gathers steam as reluctant retailers raise pay

Japan's retailers, typically among the most tight-fisted of employers, are offering big pay increases for a second year in a row, meaning

Japan wage growth gathers steam as reluctant retailers raise pay
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Here’s what will get more expensive from 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods

Here’s what will get more expensive from 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods

Here’s what will get more expensive from 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods
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Economists ramp up projections for Brazil's interest rates to above 15%

Economists have launched a fresh wave of upward revisions to projections for Brazil's interest rate this year, citing deteriorating inflation expectations, a

Economists ramp up projections for Brazil's interest rates to above 15%
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Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada on Feb. 1, punting Day 1 pledge

Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada on Feb. 1, punting Day 1 pledge

Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada on Feb. 1, punting Day 1 pledge
Business|Economy|Finance

Instant View: Canada's annual inflation rate eases to 1.8% in December

Canada's annual inflation rate dropped to 1.8% in December, Statistics Canada said on Tuesday, slightly lower than expected and a tick below the prior month's 1.9%.

Instant View: Canada's annual inflation rate eases to 1.8% in December
Economy|Finance

Canada's annual inflation rate drops to 1.8% in December on sales tax relief

Canada's annual inflation rate slowed in December, data showed on Tuesday, helped by a sales tax break which kicked off in the middle of the month and brought

Canada's annual inflation rate drops to 1.8% in December on sales tax relief
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German carmakers say Trump tariffs would hurt US consumers, industry

U.S.

German carmakers say Trump tariffs would hurt US consumers, industry
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After two years of smooth sailing, Fed ready to navigate rocky bond market, Trump uncertainty

After two years of progress on inflation and surprisingly persistent economic growth, the Federal Reserve next week meets with one eye on new Trump

After two years of smooth sailing, Fed ready to navigate rocky bond market, Trump uncertainty
Asia|Economy|Finance|World

Sri Lanka's inflation drops to minus 2% in December

Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation dropped to minus 2% year-on-year in December after easing to minus 1.7% in November, official data showed on Tuesday, as the country posted a strong

Sri Lanka's inflation drops to minus 2% in December
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Trump’s sweeping agenda injects uncertainty into a healthy economy

Trump’s sweeping agenda injects uncertainty into a healthy economy

Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

Economists split on Singapore monetary policy amid Trump 2.0 uncertainties

Economists are split on whether Singapore's central bank will loosen monetary policy this week or leave its settings unchanged to wait to see what policies U.S.

Economists split on Singapore monetary policy amid Trump 2.0 uncertainties
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Trump says 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico coming on Feb. 1 as he signs several orders on economy

President Donald Trump said Monday that he expects to put 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting on Feb. 1, while declining to flesh out his plans for taxing Chinese imports

Trump says 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico coming on Feb. 1 as he signs several orders on economy
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US

US dollar tumbles as Trump team suggests tariff delay, vows flurry of executive orders

The dollar dropped on Monday after news President Donald Trump's new administration will not immediately impose trade tariffs,

US dollar tumbles as Trump team suggests tariff delay, vows flurry of executive orders
Asia|Business|Economy

Indian housing market shows slowdown immunity, Godrej chairperson says

India's economic slowdown is not expected to show up in the country's housing market, Godrej Industries Group Chairperson

Indian housing market shows slowdown immunity, Godrej chairperson says
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump to call for 'all of government' response to fight inflation, aide says

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday will sign a memorandum aimed at fighting inflation after he takes office that calls for an "all of government" response to bring down

Trump to call for 'all of government' response to fight inflation, aide says
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Mexico's central banker Heath sees inflation dipping below 4% in January

Mexico's headline and core inflation rates will likely land below 4% in January, deputy central bank governor Jonathan Heath told newspaper Excelsior in a story published on

Mexico's central banker Heath sees inflation dipping below 4% in January
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Seeking market confidence, Israel central bank urges budget passage without changes

Israel's monetary policy committee urged lawmakers to approve the 2025 state budget without further changes to ensure confidence in financial markets, the Bank

Seeking market confidence, Israel central bank urges budget passage without changes
Business|Economy|Europe|Food

Champagne sales sink because people don’t want to celebrate

Champagne sales sink because people don’t want to celebrate

Champagne sales sink because people don’t want to celebrate
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Even Fed officials are trying to figure out how to do their jobs in the next Trump era

Even Fed officials are trying to figure out how to do their jobs in the next Trump era

Even Fed officials are trying to figure out how to do their jobs in the next Trump era
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Biden’s economic legacy: Historic wage gains, investment and job growth but marred by inflation

Biden’s economic legacy: Historic wage gains, investment and job growth but marred by inflation

Biden’s economic legacy: Historic wage gains, investment and job growth but marred by inflation
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Stocks rally to close out strong week, await Trump policies

U.S. stocks rallied on Friday to close out a strong week on optimism over the health of the economy and path of interest rates as investors braced for a slew

Stocks rally to close out strong week, await Trump policies
Americas|Economy|Political

Milei's Argentina seals budget surplus for first time in 14 years

Argentina brought in its first budget surplus in more than a decade in 2024, data published on Friday showed, marking a win for libertarian President Javier Milei and his sweeping austerity

Milei's Argentina seals budget surplus for first time in 14 years
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Brazil's Haddad says high interest rates will curb inflation

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said on Friday that high interest rates are poised to have a much stronger effect on inflation than many expect,

Brazil's Haddad says high interest rates will curb inflation
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Mexico economy growth outlook sluggish, bracing for U.S. tariff hit - Reuters poll

Mexico's economy will stay sluggish this year, a Reuters poll of economists found, as the country braces for a possible radical shift in U.S. tariff and

Mexico economy growth outlook sluggish, bracing for U.S. tariff hit - Reuters poll
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ECB should not rush rate cuts, Nagel says

The European Central Bank should not rush to lower interest rates because inflation remains high and uncertainty great, ECB policymaker Joachim Nagel said in an interview

ECB should not rush rate cuts, Nagel says
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Fed to hold rates in Jan as Trump's policies stir inflation worries: Reuters poll

The U.S.

Fed to hold rates in Jan as Trump's policies stir inflation worries: Reuters poll
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Waller and Bessent help peg back Treasury yields

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan Salvos from a Federal Reserve governor and the incoming Treasury Secretary helped nail down this week's inflation-inspired retreat in

Waller and Bessent help peg back Treasury yields
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Argentina's Milei set to clinch trade surplus record on grains, energy exports

Argentina likely logged the largest trade surplus in its history in 2024, a Reuters analyst poll released on Friday showed, on the back of libertarian

Argentina's Milei set to clinch trade surplus record on grains, energy exports
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Worker shortages may define the 2025 economy: Mike Dolan

For all the trepidation about world trade, debt and inflation, it could well be worker shortages that define economic trends this year - on both sides of the Atlantic.

Worker shortages may define the 2025 economy: Mike Dolan
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BOJ likely to keep hawkish policy pledge, raise rates next week, sources say

The Bank of Japan is likely to raise interest rates next week barring any market shocks when U.S.

BOJ likely to keep hawkish policy pledge, raise rates next week, sources say
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Dollar turns lower, yen strengthens ahead of Trump inauguration

The U.S. dollar weakened against the yen on Thursday, as softer-than-expected U.S. economic data and growing confidence for a Bank of Japan interest-rate hike

Dollar turns lower, yen strengthens ahead of Trump inauguration
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American shoppers wrap up the year in a spending mood, boding well for the U.S. economy

American consumers wrapped up the year in a spending mood, shopping for all sorts of merchandise from furniture to clothing, and eating out at restaurants, according to the latest government snapshot

American shoppers wrap up the year in a spending mood, boding well for the U.S. economy
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Fed may cut rates sooner and faster than expected if disinflation trend holds up, Waller says

Inflation is likely to continue to ease and possibly allow the U.S. central bank to cut interest rates sooner and faster than expected, Federal

Fed may cut rates sooner and faster than expected if disinflation trend holds up, Waller says
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Bank of Canada to cut rates on Jan. 29, cautious over potential US tariff impact: Reuters poll

The Bank of Canada will cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 3.00% on Jan. 29, according to a Reuters poll of economists, but many were not confident about

Bank of Canada to cut rates on Jan. 29, cautious over potential US tariff impact: Reuters poll