The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

The new year is delivering three big new challenges for investors. We show you what to watch out for.

Asian stocks are mixed after Wall Street snapped out of a spell of holiday season blues, with markets in Tokyo and China declining

The election year has begun with the prime minister making his first major promise as he embarks on a whirlwind cross-country crusade.

The new year is off to a big start on the economic front with new inflation and retail sales figures due to be released.

REITs benefit from rising rents driven by high demand, limited supply, and inflation, ensuring steady income, wealth growth, and protection against inflation, with strong long-term prospects. Therefore, it may be wise to consider robust REITs like AvalonBay Communities (AVB), Essex Property Trust (ESS), and UMH Properties (UMH). Read on….

Energy ETFs are an attractive investment alternative, with their exponential potential for higher returns, adequate diversification, and exposure to rapidly growing companies. Therefore, it could be wise to invest in robust energy ETFs like The Energy Select Sector SPDR (XLE), Fidelity MSCI Energy Index (FENY), and Vanguard Energy Index Fund…

In today’s uncertain economic conditions, gold mining stocks are leveraging rising gold prices and technological advancements. Thus, investors could consider quality gold mining stocks, such as Barrick Gold (GOLD), Agnico Eagle Mines (AEM), and Gold Fields (GFI), for stability amid market volatility. Read more….

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Across Canada, the demand for rental housing is intensifying. The unprecedented demand for rentals is a result of several factors, including Canada’s population growth, ongoing inflation, constraints on the existing rental stock and obstacles related to the construction of new apartment buildings.

Scurvy, a disease caused by severe vitamin C deficiency, is making a comeback in France. A new study links its resurgence, particularly among young children from low-income families, to rising food insecurity and inflation since the Covid pandemic.

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says most workers have seen wages outpace inflation.