Inflation
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financeEuropean Stocks Rise, Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran War
European shares climbed, despite heading for worst monthly loss since 2022. Oil prices near record gains, driving concerns of global recession and high inflation.
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financeEurozone Inflation Surges to 2.5% as Iran War Drives Energy Prices
Eurozone inflation spiked to 2.5% in March, driven by soaring energy costs due to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. The ECB faces a critical decision on rate hikes.
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financeJapan Warns Yen Slide Amid Iran Conflict Sparks Inflation Fear
Japan labels yen's decline as speculative amid Middle East tensions, raising fears of inflation and potential rate hikes.
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financePowell: Fed Can Wait on Rate Hikes Amid War
Fed Chair Jerome Powell maintains that the US central bank can observe the economic impacts of the Iran war before deciding on interest rate adjustments.
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financeFed Chair Powell Warns of Inflation Risks Amid Iran Conflict
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell urges careful monitoring of inflation amid rising energy costs from the Iran war and AI's impact on job markets.
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financeJapan Warns of Yen Intervention, Signals Possible Rate Hike
Japan's top currency official warns of decisive action if yen weakens further, as inflation risks grow from Middle East conflict.
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financeBOJ Weighs Rate Hikes Amid Inflation Pressure
Bank of Japan considers further rate increases amid inflation risks from Middle East oil shocks.
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financeBOJ Chief Warns on Yen Weakness as Currency Hits 160 Against Dollar
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda signals potential rate hikes amid yen's slide past 160 versus dollar and rising import costs.