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The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Collateral damage: war threatens to blow up inflation

Domestic pressures were behind the Reserve Bank's decision to hike interest rates, governor Michele Bullock says, although the Iran war will worsen inflation.

AAP

Strait of Hormuz: How the Closure Impacts Gas, Food Prices and Mortgages

Key Takeaways: Inflation is predicted to rise to 3.5-four percent by mid-year. Food prices are expected to rise within 60 days. Mortgage rates rose from...

Saving Advice

Sobering times: alcohol-free beer added to UK inflation basket

Hummus and pet grooming also join list of goods and services used to help judge the impact of rising prices

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Houmous and non-alcoholic beer join basket of items used to track UK inflation

A big shake-up to the data this year will also mean millions of prices will be automatically collected from supermarket tills.

Evening Standard

Is a June Rate Cut Coming? What the New Inflation Numbers Actually Say

If you watch the economy—or just feel the price of groceries and gas inch up every month—you’ve probably wondered whether the Federal Reserve might finally...

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FTSE 100 Holds Steady Near 10,260 as Markets Await BoE Decision Amid Oil Surge and Geopolitical Strain

Britain's benchmark FTSE 100 index remained little changed in early trading Monday, March 16, 2026, as investors positioned cautiously ahead of this week's Bank of England policy meeting while digesting the fallout from elevated oil prices and ongoing Middle East tensions.

International Business Times

This week is Jerome Powell's penultimate meeting as chairman of the Fed—don't expect him to drop Wall Street many hints

"Only expect minor statement tweaks, including smoothed language on recent labour data," noted Deutsche Bank's Jim Reid.

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Bond Yields Fall, Fed Meeting and Middle East Conflict in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are up +0.59%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are up +0.66% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street as Treasury yields retreated, while investors continued to monitor developments in the Middle East and awaited the Federal Reserve’s meeting.

Barchart

War in Iran Threatens Higher Fuel Prices, Renewed Inflation

With much of the Middle East's critical oil and gas exports cut off from global markets, rising energy costs could give inflation new momentum.

Kiplinger

Trump's war in Iran means day to day life will become tougher for all of us

British families face higher petrol prices, higher utility prices and higher borrowing costs.

Evening Standard

The Iran crisis is hitting KiwiSaver balances – but market volatility can work for you too

As well as checking the news for updates on events in the Middle East, many New Zealanders are also nervously checking their KiwiSaver balances.

The Conversation

Despite denials, there are signs the RBA does consider house prices in setting rates

As households are squeezed by the cost-of-living crisis, central bank governors such as Jerome Powell in the United States and Michele Bullock in Australia are coming under repeated fire from politicians, pundits and households.

The Conversation

I Asked Gemini What Retirees Invest In Most — Here’s the 4-Point List

From bonds and dividend stocks to cash and inflation hedges, here’s how Gemini says retirees typically structure their portfolios for income and stability.

GOBankingRates

Iran War, Fed Conundrum and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets face one of the year's most consequential weeks as the Federal Reserve's March meeting on Wednesday at 2:00pm arrives amid extraordinary economic crosscurrents

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AAP

Oil shock further reason for tax reform, spending cuts

An economic downturn might be needed to bring inflation back to target, economists warn, but the government can help with spending cuts and productivity reform.

Kiplinger

Do You Believe You Can't Retire? You Need to Read This

Americans often delay or redefine retirement because they have a lack of clarity and confidence in their financial plan. Here's how you can fix that.

Evening Standard

UK interest rate cut off the table amid Middle East conflict, economists say

It is expected the Bank of England will keep borrowing costs unchanged at 3.75% in March.

The Independent UK

UK interest rate cut hopes dashed as Iran war sends energy prices soaring

The Bank of England is not expected to cut interest rates amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East

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Euronews

Why is chocolate so expensive — and where have prices risen most?

Chocolate prices rose 18% across the EU in 2025 — the highest increase of any food item — as drought in West Africa drove up cocoa costs. But the impact has varied widely across Europe.

AAP

Interest rate hike 'no slam dunk' amid Iran uncertainty

Traders and economists widely expect the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates but uncertainty over the Iran war could convince the board to keep them on hold.

The Free Financial Advisor

The $49,000+ New Car Reality — Why Entry-Level Vehicles Cost More

A brand-new car once symbolized a practical step forward. Today it often feels like a luxury purchase wrapped in monthly payments that stretch farther than a highway in Nevada. The average price of a new vehicle in the United States now hovers above $49,000, according to industry tracking from Kelley…

GOBankingRates

How To Protect Your Social Security and Retirement Income From Inflation

Inflation can shrink Social Security and retirement income. Learn smart strategies to protect your benefits and keep up with rising costs.

Fortune

Yes, companies can stay profitable without raising prices — here's how

Prices are rising well above inflation — but a growing number of companies are proving that profitability doesn't require passing costs on to customers.

Barchart

Iran War Drags Stocks Lower

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down -0.61%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.26%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.62%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) fell -0.60%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Kiplinger

Stocks Extend Weekly Losing Streak: Stock Market Today

Efforts to boost crude supplies did little to stem worries of rising oil prices and inflation ahead of next week's Fed meeting.

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