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The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

No party has won five elections in a row, and Tories won’t be the first

The economy is growing again and inflation is only just above government’s 2% target, but it is all too little, too late

The Guardian - UK

Top economists give budget modest rating and doubt inflation will fall as planned

Asked to grade Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ third budget on his own criteria of delivering on “inflation in the near term and then growth in the medium term”, most of the 49 leading economists surveyed by the Economic Society of Australia and The Conversation have failed to give it top marks.

The Conversation

Sunak dashed for July election because hopes of UK economic recovery are fading

Prime minister knows economy is likely to be in even worse shape by autumn or winter, but summer’s good news won’t impress a battered public

The Guardian - UK

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All eyes on inflation data for clues to next rates move

Inflation numbers due this week will capture the attention of financial markets as the central bank continues to weigh the effectiveness of its rate hikes.

AAP

Erdogan Ensures Fiscal Policy Won't Fuel Inflation In Turkey

President Erdogan assures Turkey's fiscal policy won't worsen inflation, aiming to restore economic confidence amidst rising inflation concerns.

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Stocks Finish Higher on Hopes Inflation Pressures Will Dissipate

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Friday closed up +0.70%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.01%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.99%. US stock indexes Friday settled higher. The broader market rose Friday on some positive...

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Dollar Declines as Stocks and the Euro Rally

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell by -0.38%. The dollar was under pressure Friday from strength in stocks, which reduces liquidity demand for the dollar. Also, the strength of the euro on Friday weighed on the dollar after hawkish comments from ECB Executive Board member Schnabel boosted the...

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Are consumers any better off after 14 years of Conservative government?

We analyse a key point of contention in the general election campaign: the government’s record on pay, housing, energy and food bills

The Guardian - UK

Stocks Rebound as Consumers Temper Inflation Expectations

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.44%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.24%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.71%. US stock indexes today are moderately higher. Some positive corporate news is boosting stocks...

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Obscure Economic Report Spoils Stock Market

Just as investors were celebrating the good news brought by the NVDA earnings beat...along came news of better than expected economic growth from a typically little followed economic report. Next thing you know bond rates are rising and the S&P 500 (SPY) is tumbling over 1% to recent highs to…

StockNews.com

'Mind-boggling': Mortgage brokers shocked as Barclays ups interest rates but TSB cuts

It comes soon after higher-than-expected inflation appeared to rule out a June interest rate cut from the Bank of England

Evening Standard

Dollar Slips on Strength in Stocks and the Euro

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.31%. The dollar is under pressure today from strength in stocks, which reduces liquidity demand for the dollar. Also, strength in the euro today is weighing on the dollar after hawkish comments from ECB Executive Board member Schnabel boosted the euro....

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3 Top Bank Stocks for May Gains

With elevated inflation, the Federal Reserve will likely delay the forecasted rate cuts. Interest rates remaining higher for longer could lead to several challenges for the U.S. banking industry. Given this backdrop, investors could consider looking beyond borders to buy quality foreign bank stocks: Barclays (BCS), Akbank (AKBTY), and Deutsche…

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Japan's Inflation Slows, BOJ Cautious On Rate Hikes

Japan's inflation slowdown prompts caution from BOJ in navigating economic challenges for sustainable growth.

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The Guardian - UK

Five pieces of economic news that could affect UK election result

From unemployment to inflation, the key data the Tories and Labour must explain to voters

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Wall Street Futures Rebound Despite Inflation Concerns

Stock market futures rebound in the U.S. post inflation concerns, showing investor confidence and resilience in the market.

The Independent UK

Washout for UK retailers in pre-election blow for Rishi Sunak

Retail sales across the UK plunged by 2.3 per cent in April, following a 0.2 per fall in March, figures revealed

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Fast Food Industry Facing Challenges Due To Inflation And Wage Laws

Challenges faced by California fast-food industry due to inflation and minimum wage laws. Franchise owners seek solutions amidst rising costs.

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Stock Index Futures Rebound from Thursday’s Sell-Off, U.S. Economic Data on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM24) are up +0.28%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM24) are up +0.30% this morning, rebounding from yesterday’s slump prompted by strong U.S. economic data, which heightened speculation that the Federal Reserve might keep rates on hold for most of this year.

International Business Times UK

Oreo, Chips Ahoy, Toblerone Maker Fined £288M By EU For Shrewd, Anticompetitive Practices

EU fined Mondelez €337.5 million for limiting chocolate sales across borders, potentially raising prices for consumers struggling with inflation.

International Business Times

Japan Inflation Slows To 2.2% In April

The pace of Japanese inflation slowed in April to 2.2 percent as gas bills fell, government data showed Friday, with the figure remaining above the Bank of Japan's two percent target.

Reason

Inflation, the Economy, and Political Ignorance

Public ignorance has a big impact on voter atttudes on a major issue in the 2024 election.

Fortune

BlackRock’s bond guru Rick Rieder says the Fed’s favorite inflation firefighting strategy is failing—‘the private sector has become a creditor now’

“It’s ambiguous to me today, at best, whether a higher [interest] rate helps bring down inflation versus actually contributes to it,” Rick Rieder told Fortune.

Fortune

Housing hit ‘rock bottom’ this year, but a top real estate CEO sees improvement over the next several months

Weekly mortgage rates just fell below 7%, a “milestone” in the housing world, according to Redfin’s Glenn Kelman.

Evening Standard

London rental crisis: capital’s insecure workers 'hit hardest' by 11% rent hikes

Experts and campaigners sound the alarm over runaway rental inflation

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