Inflation slows again in July but heightens risk of interest rate hike by RBA
Economists have warned that another interest rate hike by Australia’s central bank is a “live” possibility this year,…
UK Inflation Set to Rebound as Energy Bills Surge
Rising energy prices are poised to send UK inflation rearing back up, as economists warn that the summer…
The upside of downsizing: Chinese youth leave the rat race for more affordable small towns
For five years, Alice Zheng, a former bank loan reviewer, followed the path expected of many young Chinese:…
See how the price of everything has changed with inflation
The cost of most everyday items is up. Here’s by how much. Good news: inflation has eased slightly.…
CPI live updates: Inflation eases more than expected in June as chance of August rate hike cools
On the face of it, these numbers should take an August rate rise firmly off the table, as…
Social Security checks for retirees could rise $77 a month in 2027. Critics want to change how future increases are calculated.
Experts are pushing for alternative ways to calculate annual Social Security increases, after projections showed that next year’s…
Stats NZ to roll out monthly inflation reports, matching the rest of the OECD
New Zealand is bringing its inflation reporting into the modern era. People will be able to access the…
‘Fuel prices remain a wild card’ – CPI inflation tipped to top 4%
Other economists are picking 1.5% for the quarter and an annual rate of 4.1%. Regardless, the significant concern…
Taiwan’s inflation hits 17-month high in June
Taipei, July 7 (CNA) Taiwan’s inflation hit the highest level for 17 months in June largely on a…
The Surprising Reason Wednesday’s CPI Numbers Could be Good for Warsh and Bad for Social Security
Quick Read May CPI surged 4.2% year-over-year, with energy driven by the Iran conflict accounting for over 60%…
Reserve Bank focus: Why managing inflation expectations is crucial – Mark Lister
If enough people expect prices to rise, there’s a risk they’ll start behaving in ways that will ensure…
China CPI Jumps as Middle East Crisis Pushes Energy Costs Higher
China’s consumer inflation accelerated to 1.2% in April, topping analyst estimates, as the Middle East crisis drove a…