317 stories tagged #inflation

  1. South Korea's March Inflation Below Forecasts, but Risks Remain High
    finance

    South Korea's March Inflation Below Forecasts, but Risks Remain High

    South Korea's inflation rose to 2.2% in March, below forecasts, due to government fuel price caps. However, rising oil prices pose significant upside risks for April and beyond.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  2. U.S. Gas Prices Soar to $4 Per Gallon Amid Iran War, Straining Drivers and Economy
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    U.S. Gas Prices Soar to $4 Per Gallon Amid Iran War, Straining Drivers and Economy

    Rising gas prices hit a four-year high as the conflict with Iran disrupts global oil supply chains, impacting drivers and fueling inflation concerns.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  3. Kevin Warsh Seeks Lower Rates, Crypto Flexibility at Fed
    finance

    Kevin Warsh Seeks Lower Rates, Crypto Flexibility at Fed

    Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nominee for Fed Chair, advocates for reduced interest rates and a flexible approach to cryptocurrencies, aiming to address inflation and economic growth.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  4. Fed Rate Cuts Delayed Amid Oil Price Surge and Inflation Concerns
    finance

    Fed Rate Cuts Delayed Amid Oil Price Surge and Inflation Concerns

    Morgan Stanley economists warn rising oil costs and sticky inflation may push back Federal Reserve rate cuts.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. Japan's Corporate Sentiment Rises Amid Iran Conflict Concerns
    finance

    Japan's Corporate Sentiment Rises Amid Iran Conflict Concerns

    Japanese manufacturers show improved business confidence despite looming economic uncertainty from Middle East tensions.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. European Stocks Rise, Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran War
    finance

    European 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.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. Eurozone Inflation Surges to 2.5% as Iran War Drives Energy Prices
    finance

    Eurozone 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.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  8. Japan Warns Yen Slide Amid Iran Conflict Sparks Inflation Fear
    finance

    Japan 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.

    2mo ago 1 min read