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The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Trump threatens 25% tax on cars, microchips and drugs starting in April

The import taxes would have an immediate impact on inflation rates, which Trump has promised to bring down

The Independent UK

Stocks Edge Lower as T-note Yields Rise on Hawkish Fed Comments

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Tuesday fell by -0.04%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) fell by -0.17%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) fell by -0.13%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH25 ) rose +0.05%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQH25...

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CFMEU members storm the offices of Queensland Council of Unions – as it happened

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Can a Gold IRA Counter Sticky Inflation for Retirement?

Gold is soaring. Here's how to add a gold IRA or ETF to your portfolio in order to hedge against inflation and volatility. But retirees should tread carefully.

Kiplinger

Wages slowdown boosts case for more rate cuts

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says ongoing growth in real wages is a good thing, but the RBA will be more encouraged that wage rises are showing signs of slowing.

AAP

Dollar Rises as 10-year T-note Climbs

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.36%, recovering a bit from last Thursday’s 2-month low. The dollar is seeing support from today’s +3.5 bp rise in the 10-year T-note yield. The dollar is also seeing support from hawkish Fed comments after Fed Governor Waller on Monday said that...

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Private school fees and plane fares to drive increase in inflation

The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation is expected to have come in at 2.8%, according to a consensus of analysts.

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Stock Index Futures Gain on Ukraine Peace Hopes, Fed Minutes and U.S. Economic Data in Focus

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are up +0.32%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH25) are up +0.36% this morning as U.S. and Russian representatives met to negotiate an end to the three-year war in Ukraine.

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await Fed Minutes and U.S. Economic Data

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are up +0.28%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH25) are up +0.36% this morning, with investors looking ahead to the publication of the minutes of the Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting, remarks from Fed officials, and a fresh batch of U.S. economic data…

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Strong wage growth gives Bank of England interest rate dilemma

Quick cuts unlikely because persistently high pay rises will probably be deemed inflationary

The Guardian - UK

Australia's Central Bank Cuts Interest Rate Amid Cooling Inflation

Reserve Bank of Australia cuts interest rates due to cooling inflation, balancing demand and supply. Unemployment remains low, but global uncertainties per...

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RBA reduces interest rates, but don’t hold your breath for too much more this year

The path of the economy and inflation in the year ahead will dictate the timing of any future cuts to interest rates

The Guardian - AU

RBA Cuts Interest Rate to 4.1%: What It Means for Inflation, Growth, and Consumers

RBA cuts rates to 4.1% to balance inflation fight with growth concerns. What does it mean for your wallet, the AUD, and the economy?

International Business Times UK

The Reserve Bank has cut rates for the first time in four years. But it is cautious about future cuts

The Reserve Bank cut official interest rates on Tuesday, the first decrease in four years, saying inflationary pressures are easing “a little more quickly than expected”.

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Tight jobs market to keep inflation above target: RBA

The Reserve Bank of Australia has pushed back its prediction for when underlying inflation will return to the midpoint of its target band.

The Independent UK

Australian central bank cuts benchmark interest rate for the first time since October 2020

Australia’s central bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate for the first time since October 2020 as the nation’s inflation cools

International Business Times UK

Three Reasons Why MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor Thinks BTC Prices Will Reach £3.9M in the Long Run

MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor sees spot BTC ETFs, bank custody of BTC and debt against it, and the fair value accounting for BTC on company balance sheets as key drivers of his price predictions.

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3 Dividend Growth Stocks for Long-Term Wealth

Dividend-growth stocks offer steady income and long-term value. With the Fed holding rates and inflation expected to ease, now is an opportune time to invest in companies like AbbVie (ABBV), Energy Transfer (ET), and Cheniere Energy (CQP) that consistently raise payouts. Read more….

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The Guardian - AU

RBA expected to give mortgage holders ‘breathing capacity’ on interest rates

But business shouldn’t hold its breath for any immediate effect interest rate cuts might have on spending habits – which can take up to nine months

MarketBeat

3 Stocks to Hedge Against Inflation’s Persistence

This article covers three stocks poised to outpace and combat inflation, including companies in the equity REIT and energy sectors.

The Independent UK

The £276bn earning no interest in UK bank accounts - and what to do if some is yours

Inflation erodes spending power over time - make sure your money is working for you

The Independent UK

Fed official: Need ‘dust to clear’ before deciding next moves

Austan Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve's Chicago branch, talks with The Associated Press about inflation, the job market and when rate cuts could resume

Fortune

Best CD rates today, February 17, 2025

CD rates are still looking strong despite recent rate cuts, with many yielding over 4% APY.

The Guardian - UK

Trump policies make US ‘scary place to invest’ and risk stagflation, says Stiglitz

Uncertainty created by tariffs and contempt for rule of law will deter investment, says top economist

The Guardian - UK

Reeves warned UK inflation will push public sector unions to seek higher pay rises

Plan for ‘reasonable’ 2.8% rises may prove insufficient, forcing chancellor to find billions in extra funding

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