Middle East conflict
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financeTokyo Core Inflation Hits 4-Year Low, Expected to Accelerate on Energy Shock
Tokyo's core CPI falls to 1.5% in April, missing forecasts and marking the slowest pace since March 2022, as subsidies offset rising energy costs.
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cryptoFed Holds Rates Steady; Crypto Dips as Middle East Uncertainty Grows
Federal Reserve maintains rates at 3.5%-3.75% for third straight meeting. Bitcoin and Ethereum fall on the news.
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financeBank of Japan Signals June Rate Hike Amid Inflation Risks
The Bank of Japan effectively signals a June rate hike, balancing inflation concerns against potential economic downturns and geopolitical instability.
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financeGerman and Spanish Inflation Surges Ahead of ECB Rate Decision
Germany and Spain report significant inflation spikes in April, driven by energy costs amidst global conflicts, pressuring the ECB ahead of its key interest rate decision.
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financeBank of Japan Signals Potential Rate Hike Amid Inflation Fears
Bank of Japan Governor Ueda highlights concerns over Middle East conflict's impact on inflation, signaling a possible interest rate hike in the near future.
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financeBank of Japan Holds Rates Steady Amidst Internal Dissent
Three dissenting members of the Bank of Japan's board proposed an interest rate hike, citing inflationary concerns from the Middle East conflict, while the majority voted to maintain current rates.
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financeMiddle East Conflict Casts Shadow Over ECB Rate Decisions, Bitcoin Unfazed
Geopolitical tensions and global economic forecasts are influencing ECB interest rate expectations, while Bitcoin's price remains remarkably stable amidst the uncertainty.
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financeHoneywell Misses Q2 Revenue Forecast Amid Middle East Disruptions
Industrial giant Honeywell forecasts below-estimate Q2 revenue due to Middle East conflicts impacting its business and logistics. Company details planned aerospace spin-off and recent divestitures.