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Russia's 2025 budget deficit seen rising to 1.5% of GDP because of cheaper oil

Russia's budget deficit is projected to be 1.5% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025, three times the government's target, as the country prepares for a prolonged period of low

Russia's 2025 budget deficit seen rising to 1.5% of GDP because of cheaper oil
Business|Economy

US consumer spending surges in March, inflation cools

U.S. consumer spending increased solidly in March as households boosted purchases of motor vehicles to avoid higher prices and shortages due to tariffs, but that did little to

US consumer spending surges in March, inflation cools
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US economy shrinks in first quarter as tariffs unleash flood of imports

The U.S. economy contracted for the first time in three years in the first quarter, swamped by a flood of imports as businesses raced to avoid higher costs from

US economy shrinks in first quarter as tariffs unleash flood of imports
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US tariffs mean cautious rate decisions needed, Taiwan central bank minutes show

Uncertainty brought about by U.S. import tariffs means decisions on interest rate policy need to be cautious, according to minutes from the Taiwan central bank's latest meeting

US tariffs mean cautious rate decisions needed, Taiwan central bank minutes show
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India central bank has room for more rate cuts, but with caution, says rate panel member

India has room for more rate cuts, given the declining inflation and elevated uncertainties around growth, but any further policy easing should be

India central bank has room for more rate cuts, but with caution, says rate panel member
Australia|Business|Economy

Coles sees strong demand in home brand, keeps 'eye on' tariff ripple effects

Australian supermarket chain Coles' chief said on Wednesday that shoppers remain sharply focused on value, driving strong quarterly growth in

Coles sees strong demand in home brand, keeps 'eye on' tariff ripple effects
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Trump eases auto tariffs burden as Lutnick touts first foreign trade deal

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Trump eases auto tariffs burden as Lutnick touts first foreign trade deal
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Amazon is not planning to break out tariff costs online as White House attacks potential move

Amazon is not planning to display added tariff costs next to product prices on its site — despite a report that sparked speculation the e-commerce giant would soon show the new import charges, as well as fiery comments from President Donald Trump’s White House denouncing such a move

Amazon is not planning to break out tariff costs online as White House attacks potential move
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US corporate bond markets betray caution behind recent rebound

U.S. corporate bond markets are showing signs of caution about the economy and inflation despite a rebound in new issuances and credit spreads in the weeks since

US corporate bond markets betray caution behind recent rebound
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Stock Markets|US

Kraft Heinz lowers annual forecasts on muted demand, tariff volatility

Kraft Heinz on Tuesday slashed its full-year organic sales and profit forecasts, as demand for its snacks and ready-to-eat meal kits takes a hit from higher prices and an

Kraft Heinz lowers annual forecasts on muted demand, tariff volatility
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In a vise of slowing demand and rising costs, small businesses are signaling trouble ahead

Tree trimming season runs 365 days a year in California's temperate climate and that typically means appointments running three weeks in advance

In a vise of slowing demand and rising costs, small businesses are signaling trouble ahead
Economy|Political|US

‘He’s dug a pretty serious hole here’: Ron Brownstein explains Trump's approval ratings

After winning a plurality of the popular vote in November, Donald Trump’s approval rating has plummeted to 41% - the worst of any president in his first 100 days in 70 years - according to a new CNN/SSRS poll. His approval on the economy — a key to his longtime political viability — is at its lowest-ever level at 39%. Only 35% approve of Trump's approach to inflation, the same number who back him on tariffs. CNN Senior Political Analyst Ron Brownstein joins CNN Newsroom to explain why the president's ratings tumbled.

‘He’s dug a pretty serious hole here’: Ron Brownstein explains Trump's approval ratings
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CNN Poll: A growing majority says Trump has made the economy worse, with most skeptical of his tariff plans

CNN Poll: A growing majority says Trump has made the economy worse, with most skeptical of his tariff plans

CNN Poll: A growing majority says Trump has made the economy worse, with most skeptical of his tariff plans
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ECB may cut rates below neutral, Rehn says

The European Central Bank may cut interest rates below the neutral level that keeps the economy in balance, ECB policymaker Olli Rehn said on Monday, adding that that euro zone

ECB may cut rates below neutral, Rehn says
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Bank of Thailand to cut rates on April 30 as US tariffs weigh on growth outlook- Reuters poll

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) is set to cut its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point on Wednesday to support slowing economic growth, according to a

Bank of Thailand to cut rates on April 30 as US tariffs weigh on growth outlook- Reuters poll
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ECB consensus builds for June rate cut but no appetite for big move, sources say

European Central Bank policymakers are becoming increasingly confident about cutting interest rates in June as inflation continues its march lower, but there

ECB consensus builds for June rate cut but no appetite for big move, sources say
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Big tech earnings, US jobs data highlight busy week for markets

A packed upcoming week for markets will test a U.S. stocks rebound, with investors focused on a wave of corporate results led by Apple and Microsoft, while the

Big tech earnings, US jobs data highlight busy week for markets
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JPMorgan survey shows consensus over weak dollar, US stagflation

There is a much higher risk of stagflation than recession in the U.S. economy over the next year, while the asset class most expected to outperform in 2025 is cash, according to the results

JPMorgan survey shows consensus over weak dollar, US stagflation
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|World

South Africa 2025 economic growth forecast cut to 1.5% on tariff worries: Reuters poll

South African economic growth will be a bit weaker this year than thought a month ago partly due to trade tensions, with U.S.

South Africa 2025 economic growth forecast cut to 1.5% on tariff worries: Reuters poll
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Russia keeps key rate on hold, braces for global turbulence

The Russian central bank maintained its key interest rate at 21% on Friday, with inflation starting to decline but new risks facing the Russian

Russia keeps key rate on hold, braces for global turbulence
Science

‘Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence’ − an astronomer explains how much evidence scientists need to claim discoveries like extraterrestrial life

An astronomer breaks down 3 key components that allow researchers to make groundbreaking discoveries – and decide when results aren’t significant.

‘Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence’ − an astronomer explains how much evidence scientists need to claim discoveries like extraterrestrial life
Business|Economy|Europe

Rising bills and trade war push UK consumer mood to 17-month low

British consumer confidence slid this month to its lowest level since November 2023 as people became much gloomier about the outlook for the economy, with rising bills and the

Rising bills and trade war push UK consumer mood to 17-month low
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Chipotle tempers annual sales forecast as dining-out takes a hit

Chipotle Mexican Grill on Wednesday tempered its annual comparable sales growth forecast as sticky inflation and economic uncertainty force consumers to dine out less, sending the burrito

Chipotle tempers annual sales forecast as dining-out takes a hit
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Price hikes, a rush to buy autos, and uncertainty in wake of Trump tariffs -- Fed report

Prices are rising and economic activity has begun to slow across parts of the nation as businesses and households try to adapt to U.S.

Price hikes, a rush to buy autos, and uncertainty in wake of Trump tariffs -- Fed report
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ECB's Lagarde: U.S. tariffs could have a disinflationary impact in Europe

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Wednesday U.S. tariffs could have a disinflationary impact in Europe if there are no European countermeasures but they prompt China

ECB's Lagarde: U.S. tariffs could have a disinflationary impact in Europe
Business|Economy|Political

Fact check: Trump lies about the price of eggs, groceries and gas

Fact check: Trump lies about the price of eggs, groceries and gas

Fact check: Trump lies about the price of eggs, groceries and gas
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Tariffs restrain US business activity, boost asking prices for products

U.S. business activity slowed to a 16-month low in April while prices charged for goods and services soared amid uncertainty caused by tariffs, reinforcing

Tariffs restrain US business activity, boost asking prices for products
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Indonesia central bank holds policy rates to keep rupiah stable

Indonesia's central bank held policy rates steady for a third consecutive review on Wednesday, as expected, aiming to maintain rupiah exchange

Indonesia central bank holds policy rates to keep rupiah stable
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ECB expects wage growth to ease considerably this year

Wage growth in the euro zone is expected to ease considerably this year, according to data from the European Central Bank released on Wednesday.

ECB expects wage growth to ease considerably this year
Business|Economy|Political

Americans sour on Trump's handling of the economy, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Americans elected President Donald Trump in hopes that he would fight inflation and boost the U.S. economy, but as he approaches his 100th day in office they are

Americans sour on Trump's handling of the economy, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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Putin's central banker Nabiullina will serve until 2027 despite attacks, sources say

Russian central bank chief Elvira Nabiullina is safe in her job for two more years with President Vladimir Putin's personal support but the

Putin's central banker Nabiullina will serve until 2027 despite attacks, sources say
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Fed's Kugler, citing inflation risks, supports steady policy rate

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said on Tuesday that with U.S. import tariffs significantly larger than expected and likely to put upward pressure on prices, the central bank ought

Fed's Kugler, citing inflation risks, supports steady policy rate
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Argentina's surprise peso strength tempers fears of inflation comeback

Argentina's peso is gaining ground despite being unleashed from years-long currency controls designed to stop it falling, helping to banish fears that

Argentina's surprise peso strength tempers fears of inflation comeback
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IMF cuts growth forecasts for most countries in wake of century-high US tariffs

The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday slashed its growth forecasts for the United States, China and most countries, citing the impact of U.S. tariffs now

IMF cuts growth forecasts for most countries in wake of century-high US tariffs
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IMF chops UK growth forecast as Trump tariffs hit global economy

Britain's economic growth forecast for 2025 received the sharpest downgrade of any major European economy from the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday as

IMF chops UK growth forecast as Trump tariffs hit global economy
Asia|Business|Economy

Indian economy less vulnerable to global headwinds, says cenbank

India's economy is relatively less vulnerable to global headwinds, and calibrated policy support could help the country turn current volatility into an opportunity, the Reserve Bank

Indian economy less vulnerable to global headwinds, says cenbank
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Investors fear Trump's attacks on Powell will pile on pain

Investors are fearful of a deep hit to asset prices if U.S.

Investors fear Trump's attacks on Powell will pile on pain
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BoE's Greene says US tariffs likely to put downward pressure on UK inflation

Britain is more likely to see lower rather than higher inflation as a result of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, Bank of England policymaker Megan Greene said on Tuesday.

BoE's Greene says US tariffs likely to put downward pressure on UK inflation
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Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him

Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him

Jerome Powell isn’t rushing to lower rates, even if Trump is rushing to fire him
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US bond funds suffer fifth weekly outflow on tariff-driven inflation fears

U.S. bond funds came under heavy selling pressure in the week to April 16, highlighting concerns that U.S.

US bond funds suffer fifth weekly outflow on tariff-driven inflation fears
Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

All 5 members of Bank of Israel monetary policy committee backed leaving rates unchanged

All five members of the Bank of Israel's Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.5% on April 7, according to minutes of the meeting

All 5 members of Bank of Israel monetary policy committee backed leaving rates unchanged
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Russian central bank expected to keep key rate on hold at 21%: Reuters poll

The Russian central bank will keep its benchmark rate on hold at 21% at a board meeting on April 25, all 25 analysts who took part in a Reuters poll predicted

Russian central bank expected to keep key rate on hold at 21%: Reuters poll
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Political

BOJ likely to keep rate-hike signal intact despite Trump tariff risks, sources say

The Bank of Japan is expected to signal next week that risks from higher U.S. tariffs will not derail a cycle of rising wages and inflation seen as crucial to keep

BOJ likely to keep rate-hike signal intact despite Trump tariff risks, sources say
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Turkey's Simsek sees very high probability of inflation in cenbank range

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said he does not foresee Turkey changing its economic course following recent market and trade developments, and

Turkey's Simsek sees very high probability of inflation in cenbank range
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With inflation progress slow, Fed's Daly says rate cuts may need to wait

San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly said on Friday that while she is still comfortable with a couple of interest rate cuts this year, rising risks of inflation mean the

With inflation progress slow, Fed's Daly says rate cuts may need to wait
Economy|Finance|Political|US

Trump’s attacks on central bank threaten its independence − and that isn’t good news for sound economic stewardship (or battling inflation)

Monetary policy can be wielded as a tool to boost an economy around election time, which explains why politicians want to have a say on it.

Trump’s attacks on central bank threaten its independence − and that isn’t good news for sound economic stewardship (or battling inflation)
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Trump wants Powell out of the Fed. Waiting in the wings is Kevin Warsh

Trump wants Powell out of the Fed. Waiting in the wings is Kevin Warsh

Trump wants Powell out of the Fed. Waiting in the wings is Kevin Warsh
Economy|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Political

Turkey's Simsek says disinflation to continue, FX pass-through limited

Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Friday that disinflation would continue despite some recent deterioration in expectations, adding that the

Turkey's Simsek says disinflation to continue, FX pass-through limited
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Japan's core inflation accelerates, complicating BOJ's rate path

Japan's core inflation accelerated in March due to persistent rises in food costs, data showed on Friday, complicating the central bank's task of weighing mounting

Japan's core inflation accelerates, complicating BOJ's rate path
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

BOJ will keep raising rates if inflation on track, Governor Ueda says

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Friday the central bank will keep raising interest rates if underlying inflation accelerates toward its 2% target, as it projects.

BOJ will keep raising rates if inflation on track, Governor Ueda says
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Fed's Williams sees no looming need to change monetary policy - Fox Business

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams sees no looming need to change monetary policy - Fox Business
Africa|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast

Egypt cuts interest rates for first time since 2020

Egypt's central bank lowered interest rates by 225 basis points on Thursday, its first cut since November 2020, a decision mostly driven by inflation plunging as uncertainty about

Egypt cuts interest rates for first time since 2020
Economy|Political|US

Fact check: Trump falsely claims grocery prices are down

Fact check: Trump falsely claims grocery prices are down

Fact check: Trump falsely claims grocery prices are down
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US tariffs will weaken global economy and trigger inflation but not a global recession, IMF says

Surging U.S. tariffs will weaken the global economy and push up inflation this year, according to projections to be released next week by the International Monetary Fund

US tariffs will weaken global economy and trigger inflation but not a global recession, IMF says
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Ukraine's cenbank holds key rate at 15.5%, sees slower 2025 economic growth

Ukraine's central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged at 15.5% on Thursday and said it expected consumer price inflation to start declining this summer.

Ukraine's cenbank holds key rate at 15.5%, sees slower 2025 economic growth
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ECB cuts rates as tariffs to hits already weak growth

The European Central Bank cut interest rates as expected on Thursday, easing for the seventh time in the past year as U.S. tariffs and faltering business confidence sap already

ECB cuts rates as tariffs to hits already weak growth
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Tariff-wounded stocks find no balm with Powell remarks

Investors who may have been hoping the Federal Reserve is poised to come to the aid of tariff-rattled markets took away an unwelcome message from the central

Tariff-wounded stocks find no balm with Powell remarks
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets

Turkish central bank surprises with rate hike to 46% after market turmoil

Turkey's central bank hiked its key interest rate by 350 basis points to 46% on Thursday, in a surprise move that reversed an easing cycle and

Turkish central bank surprises with rate hike to 46% after market turmoil
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Tariffs to trigger sharp US economic slowdown; chance of recession jumps to 45%: Reuters poll

An aggressive U.S. tariff policy will trigger a significant slowdown in the U.S. economy this year and next, with the median probability of recession in the

Tariffs to trigger sharp US economic slowdown; chance of recession jumps to 45%: Reuters poll
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ECB set to ease as Fed delivers hawkish twist

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Financial Industry and Financial Markets As the Federal Reserve takes a hawkish turn in the face of another Wall Street

ECB set to ease as Fed delivers hawkish twist
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Fed's Schmid says patience needed to see how tariffs play out

The Federal Reserve faces a complicated picture for policy decisions, Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Jeff Schmid said on Wednesday, noting that while he is hearing nervousness

Fed's Schmid says patience needed to see how tariffs play out
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Fed Chair Powell gives starkest warning yet on potential economic consequences from tariffs

Fed Chair Powell gives starkest warning yet on potential economic consequences from tariffs

Fed Chair Powell gives starkest warning yet on potential economic consequences from tariffs
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Fed's Hammack sees steady monetary policy as central bank seeks more data

By Michael S.

Fed's Hammack sees steady monetary policy as central bank seeks more data
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Powell says Fed remains in wait-and-see mode; markets processing policy shifts

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Powell says Fed remains in wait-and-see mode; markets processing policy shifts
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Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves

The Federal Reserve can stay patient and wait to see how tariffs and other economic policies of the Trump administration play out before making any changes to interest rates, Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday

Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speech text April 16, 2025

Thank you for the introduction. I am looking forward to our conversation, Professor Rajan. First, I will briefly discuss the outlook for the economy and monetary policy.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speech text April 16, 2025
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Top Bank of Canada officials speak after central bank holds policy rate steady

Below are some key quotes from a news conference by Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem and Senior Deputy Governor Carolyn Rogers on Wednesday after the central bank held its key

Top Bank of Canada officials speak after central bank holds policy rate steady
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FULL TEXT- Bank of Canada holds key policy rate at 2.75%

The Bank of Canada released the following statement on Wednesday: "The Bank of Canada today maintained its target for the overnight rate at 2.75%, with the Bank Rate at 3%

FULL TEXT- Bank of Canada holds key policy rate at 2.75%
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Argentina's FX gamble reaps early wins. Now for the hard part

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei rolled the dice this week on a major economic swerve, tearing down currency

Argentina's FX gamble reaps early wins. Now for the hard part
Business|Economy|Political

FULL TEXT-Bank of Canada held rates as it seeks more information on tariffs, says Governor

The Bank of Canada released the following statement by Governor Tiff Macklem on Wednesday: "Good morning.

FULL TEXT-Bank of Canada held rates as it seeks more information on tariffs, says Governor
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|US

Bank of Canada says US tariffs could trigger deep recession

If U.S. tariffs trigger a global trade war, inflation in Canada would spike and the country would enter a deep recession, according to a Bank of Canada scenario released

Bank of Canada says US tariffs could trigger deep recession
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

In a fog of uncertainty, Fed policy storm could be approaching

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In a fog of uncertainty, Fed policy storm could be approaching
Americas|Business|Economy|World

Peru economy undershoots expectations in February

Peru's economy grew 2.68% in February, data from the nation's INEI statistics agency showed on Tuesday, falling short of estimates despite most sectors logging growth.

Peru economy undershoots expectations in February
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US import prices muted, but tariffs loom over inflation

U.S. import prices unexpectedly fell in March, pulled down by decreasing costs for energy products, the latest indication that inflation was subsiding before

US import prices muted, but tariffs loom over inflation
Africa|Business|Economy

Nigeria's annual inflation picks up to 24.23% in March

Nigeria's headline consumer inflation edged up to 24.23% year-on-year in March from 23.18% in February, its statistics agency said on Tuesday.

Nigeria's annual inflation picks up to 24.23% in March
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance

Instant View: Canada's annual inflation eases to 2.3% in March

Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 2.3% in March from 2.6% in February, helped by lower gasoline and travel tour prices.

Instant View: Canada's annual inflation eases to 2.3% in March
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Grocer Albertsons forecasts annual profit below estimates on rising costs

Albertsons forecast annual profit below estimates on Tuesday as the company offers selective discounts and invests in its loyalty program to drive sales while inflation pressures consumer

Grocer Albertsons forecasts annual profit below estimates on rising costs
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Travel

Canada's inflation surprisingly slows to 2.3% in March

Canada's annual inflation surprisingly slowed in March to 2.3%, three notches below the prior month, largely helped by lower gasoline and travel tour prices, data

Canada's inflation surprisingly slows to 2.3% in March
Economy|Europe|Finance

French consumer inflation confirmed at +0.9% y/y in March

Consumer price inflation in France was stable in March, in line with analysts' expectations and the preliminary reading, statistics office INSEE said on Tuesday.

French consumer inflation confirmed at +0.9% y/y in March
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Inflation, currency woes worsen Venezuela's complex crisis as Maduro declares 'economic emergency'

Erick Ojeda has no money

Inflation, currency woes worsen Venezuela's complex crisis as Maduro declares 'economic emergency'
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Fed's Bostic: Bold moves 'in any direction' wouldn't be prudent

Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank President Raphael Bostic said on Monday the uncertainty surrounding the Trump administration's tariff and other policies has put the economy into a "big pause,

Fed's Bostic: Bold moves 'in any direction' wouldn't be prudent
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

TSX moves to 11-day high as financials contribute to broad-based gains

Canada's main stock index rose on Monday to an 11-day high, with financial and real estate shares leading broad-based gains as investors grew doubtful that hefty U.S.

TSX moves to 11-day high as financials contribute to broad-based gains
Americas|Business|Economy|Political

Brazil economy set to decelerate in second half of 2025 on high interest rates, trade worries: Reuters Poll

Brazil's economic growth is expected to slow down in the second half of 2025, encumbered by high interest rates and worries about the U.S.-led global trade shake-up, a

Brazil economy set to decelerate in second half of 2025 on high interest rates, trade worries: Reuters Poll
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Gloom in Barbieland as Trump tariffs drive up costs

Surrounded by hundreds of Barbies at her home in the northern Spanish port of Gijon, TikTok influencer and collector Noemi de Lama has shared the news with her followers that

Gloom in Barbieland as Trump tariffs drive up costs
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Bank of Canada is more likely to halt interest rate cuts after tariff pause

The Bank of Canada is likely to pause its rate-cutting cycle this week as rising inflation, weakened employment and U.S.

Bank of Canada is more likely to halt interest rate cuts after tariff pause
Asia|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Europe|Technology

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 price by 11% in Europe

Sony said it will hike the price of its PlayStation 5 (PS5) console in markets in Europe, Britain, Australia and New Zealand, citing high inflation and fluctuating exchange rates.

Sony hikes PlayStation 5 price by 11% in Europe
Asia|Business|Economy

Lower Thai inflation reflects energy and policy measures, ministry says

Thailand's lower-than-expected March inflation rate was mainly due to lower energy prices and government policies to alleviate cost of living pressures, the commerce ministry said

Lower Thai inflation reflects energy and policy measures, ministry says
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Bank of England's Greene says dollar drop adds to tariff inflation puzzle

Bank of England interest rate-setter Megan Greene said on Saturday it was unclear what U.S.

Bank of England's Greene says dollar drop adds to tariff inflation puzzle
Americas|Economy|Political

Argentina and the IMF: a troubled history

In December 1958, Argentina, battling inflation and weak reserves, agreed a $75-million loan with the International Monetary Fund, its first deal with the Washington-

Argentina and the IMF: a troubled history
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Price premium for gold in China jumps due to tit-for-tat tariffs

The price premium for gold in top consumer China above global benchmark spot prices widened this week due to consumers and investors seeking refuge

Price premium for gold in China jumps due to tit-for-tat tariffs
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Russia raises 2024 GDP growth figure to 4.3%

Russian state statistical agency Rosstat raised its estimate of gross domestic product growth for 2024 on Friday to 4.3% from 4.1% earlier.

Russia raises 2024 GDP growth figure to 4.3%
Americas|Economy|Finance|Political|World

In key milestones for President Milei, Argentina secures IMF deal and ends most capital controls

President Javier Milei says that he will lift most of the country’s strict capital and currency controls next week, a high-stakes gamble made possible by a new loan from the International Monetary Fund

In key milestones for President Milei, Argentina secures IMF deal and ends most capital controls
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Fed's Williams says tariffs will push up inflation, unemployment

By Michael S.

Fed's Williams says tariffs will push up inflation, unemployment
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Fed should 'lean against' persistent tariff-driven inflation, Musalem says

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Fed should 'lean against' persistent tariff-driven inflation, Musalem says
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US consumer sentiment plummets to second-lowest level on records going back to 1952

US consumer sentiment plummets to second-lowest level on records going back to 1952

US consumer sentiment plummets to second-lowest level on records going back to 1952
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Brazil 12-month inflation drifts away from target, pressuring central bank

Brazil's monthly inflation slowed in March as expected but the 12-month reading remained under pressure due to rising food prices, official data showed on Friday, adding to a tough

Brazil 12-month inflation drifts away from target, pressuring central bank
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

US bond funds hit by heavy outflows as recession, inflation fears mount

Investors pulled out of U.S. bond funds heavily in the week ending April 9 in a broad selloff triggered by fears of a recession and concerns that the escalating U.S.-China trade war could

US bond funds hit by heavy outflows as recession, inflation fears mount
Economy|Europe|Finance

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 2.2% in March

Spain's European Union-harmonised 12-month inflation rate fell to 2.2% in March from the period through February, final data released by the National Statistics Institute, or INE, showed

Spain's 12-month EU-harmonised inflation falls to 2.2% in March
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance

Japan inflation probably accelerated in March on rice price rise - Reuters poll

Japan's core inflation probably accelerated in March from the previous month as rice prices rose, a Reuters poll showed, a sign of persistent cost pressure that is likely to

Japan inflation probably accelerated in March on rice price rise - Reuters poll