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Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Say They Have Shoplifted This Year as Inflation Strains Budgets, Survey Finds

Respondents reported stealing primarily everyday necessities rather than discretionary items, with food and nonalcoholic beverages among the most commonly stolen goods

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ECB hostage to oil prices? Lagarde leaves door open for a September hike

ECB President Christine Lagarde warned that surging oil prices could shape the September rate decision, leaving the door open to another interest rate hike at the next meeting.

Euronews

US stocks today: US stocks fall as Big Tech earnings rekindle AI spending worries; oil hits $100

US stock markets faced a sharp downturn on Thursday, primarily driven by worries around Big Tech earnings. Following their quarterly financial disclosures, shares of Alphabet and Tesla fell sharply. Meanwhile, due to rising tensions in the Middle East, oil prices surged to $100 a barrel, reigniting worries about inflation and…

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Brent crude oil price surges past $100 as Houthi tanker attacks in Red Sea rattle markets

Brent crude surged above $100 a barrel after Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, escalating supply concerns. Rising crude prices intensified inflation fears, lifted bond yields and heightened risks to global energy markets.

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ECB holds rates at 2.25% as the reignited Iran war keeps a second hike in play

The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged on Thursday, pausing after June's first hike in three years as easing inflation bought policymakers time, while renewed fighting in the Middle East caused a new rise in energy prices, keeping another hike firmly on the table for autumn.

Euronews

Europe's central bank holds rate steady amid swings in oil prices

The European Central Bank is leaving interest rates unchanged amid uncertainty about how volatile energy prices will affect inflation

The Independent UK

Updated: Indian bonds fall for third session as oil prices near $100 a barrel

Indian government bonds experienced a decline for the third straight session on Thursday, primarily influenced by escalating tensions in the Middle East, which pushed crude oil prices to nearly $100 a barrel. Additionally, the rise in U.S. Treasury yields dampened market sentiment. Given India's dependency on crude oil imports, this…

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Middle East Clashes Could Hit The World Economy. Growth Could Be Slashed to 1.3%, World Bank Says

World Bank Chief Economist Indermit Gill said that if the war continues for another six months or longer, growth could fall from the projected 2.5% to as little as 1.3%.

International Business Times

America's Shoplifting Problem Is Growing. Inflation May Be A Big Reason Why

A survey from LendingTree found that 30% of Americans admit they have shoplifted at least once, a sharp increase from 23% who said the same in its 2024 study.

International Business Times

Bitcoin trades near $65,700 as AI-led inflation concerns cap gains despite strong ETF demand

Bitcoin traded near $65,700 on Thursday as inflation concerns capped gains. Strong ETF demand persisted, adding $203 million on Tuesday. Major altcoins like BNB and XRP saw gains up to two percent. Geopolitical risks intensified after Iran's exports were blocked. The global crypto market capitalization edged down slightly to $2.24…

The Economic Times

The jobs market is holding steady, what does that mean for my mortgage?

Are stable jobs numbers enough to keep the cash rate on hold?

The Canberra Times

Global Market: ECB seen holding rates steady while keeping September hike option open

The European Central Bank is expected to maintain current interest rates at its upcoming policy meeting. Policymakers will likely signal that further rate increases remain a possibility in September. This cautious approach comes as rising energy prices threaten to reignite inflationary pressures across the euro area. Financial markets are anticipating…

The Economic Times

Oil prices scorch Indian bonds; rising Treasury yields add to pressure

Indian government bonds declined early Thursday as Middle East tensions escalated. Crude oil prices neared $100 a barrel, and U.S. Treasury yields also rose. Higher oil prices threaten to revive inflation pressures and weaken the Indian rupee. This situation could significantly impact energy-intensive industries and economies. India imports nearly ninety…

The Economic Times

Employment surges in June, leaving the door open to further interest rate rises

Around 76,300 Australians gained a job in June, well above market expectations, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.4%.

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Global Market: South Korea's Q2 GDP beats estimates on chip exports; semiconductor stocks in focus

South Korea's GDP expanded 0.6% in the second quarter. Robust semiconductor exports offset weakness in construction investment, reinforcing optimism for the technology sector. The Bank of Korea expects annual growth around three percent this year. Further interest rate hikes are anticipated due to elevated inflation and growth. This data supports…

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US-Iran tensions underpin dollar as yen nears 40-year low

The dollar stabilized on Thursday as U.S.-Iran tensions increased investor caution. Rising oil prices fueled inflation fears and supported the safe-haven dollar. The Japanese yen languished near a forty-year low with little recovery in sight. European Central Bank is expected to hold rates steady but may hike later. Australian and…

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Gold off two-week peak as oil advances, Fed meeting eyed

Gold prices softened on Thursday after reaching recent highs. Escalating Middle East tensions boosted oil prices and the dollar's safe-haven appeal. Traders now await the Federal Reserve meeting for interest rate clues. Rising oil prices also fueled inflation concerns and potential Fed rate hikes. Other precious metals like silver and…

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US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq close lower amid mixed show by tech stocks ahead of earnings

U.S. markets ended mixed with Nasdaq under pressure as software stocks dragged while chip stocks gained. Investors remained cautious ahead of key earnings from Alphabet and Tesla Inc.. Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions added inflation concerns, keeping market sentiment volatile despite ongoing AI-driven optimism.

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US trade chief defends tariffs as Democrats say Trump ‘in denial’ over price hikes

Jamieson Greer denies tariffs have pushed up prices during grilling from lawmakers over cost-of-living concerns

The Economic Times

UK inflation at 15-month low in temporary relief for consumers

Consumer prices rose 2.6% in the 12 months to June, down from 2.8% in May and the lowest annual rate since March 2025, the Office for National Statistics said Wednesday. The reading was below economists' median forecast of 2.7% and marked the third straight month inflation undershot expectations.

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Major Grocery Chains Announce Price Cuts as Trump Praises Giant Eagle

Major supermarket networks across the nation are implementing significant retail price reductions on essential food items. High food inflation over recent years pushed shoppers to cut back on weekly grocery purchases significantly. Retail executive teams hope these sweeping price adjustments will attract cost-conscious families back to physical store aisles. Political…

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 ends higher as UK inflation cools

However, oil prices climbed amid inflamed tensions between the US and Iran.

The Economic Times

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday

Indian stock markets experienced significant declines on Wednesday. Escalating global tensions and inflation concerns spooked investors, leading to broad market weakness. Rate-sensitive sectors like realty and banking saw considerable losses. However, FMCG and auto stocks showed relative resilience due to strong earnings. US and European markets also faced mixed trading…

International Business Times

Trump's War With Iran Is Unpopular In The U.S. MAGA Supporters Are Losing Faith Too

Support for the Iran war amongst President Trump's core supporters appears to be sagging, according to a new poll.

The Guardian - AU

Think you have a handle on how Australia’s economy works? Take the RBA’s quiz and find out

The Reserve Bank wants Australians to understand how its interest rate decisions affect inflation, employment and growth

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