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Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy
Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy
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High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low
High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low
May 22, 2026
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Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, an influential voice in policymaking who until recently had advocated for lower
May 22, 2026
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Global equity fund investors halt eight-week buying streak as bond yields rise
Global equity funds recorded the first weekly outflow in nine weeks in the week through May 20, as investors turned cautious over inflation and a rise in long-term borrowing costs
May 22, 2026
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EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say
Europe's economy is in a stagflationary trend due to the surge in energy prices caused by the Iran war, but governments must be
May 22, 2026
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Pound softens as UK consumers cut spending, public finances worsen
The pound edged lower on Friday as uncertainty over the status of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran prompted investors to buy the dollar and after UK
May 22, 2026
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When does this end?
World markets remain at the mercy of diplomacy as the Iran war approaches the end of its third month with no clear resolution in sight.
May 22, 2026
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Japan will avoid over-reliance on debt for extra budget, finance minister says
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Friday the government will seek to avoid overly relying on new debt issuance if it were to compile an extra
May 22, 2026
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Britons hold their nerve but turn warier about big spending plans, GfK says
British consumers have turned a little less downbeat this month but are the least willing to make big purchases in almost a year and a half, underscoring the fragile mood
May 22, 2026
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Kroger plans price cuts as new CEO looks to regain shoppers
Kroger is preparing to cut prices on thousands of items as new CEO Greg Foran pushes to regain market share from rivals including Walmart, Costco and Aldi.
May 21, 2026
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Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money
Trump is rolling back Biden-era regulations on refrigerants. But it’s unlikely to save consumers money
May 21, 2026
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US labor market shows resilience in face of war; housing still subdued
The number of Americans filing claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, pointing to labor market resilience and giving the Federal Reserve room
May 21, 2026
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US manufacturing activity rises to four-year high in May, S&P Global survey shows
U.S. manufacturing activity strengthened in May, scaling the highest level in four years, as businesses boosted inventories to guard against potential
May 21, 2026
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India's 'Cockroach' group goes viral, spotlights Gen Z worries
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May 21, 2026
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America’s shoppers are seeking revenge again
America’s shoppers are seeking revenge again
May 21, 2026
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Walmart sticks to conservative annual targets as fuel shock dents US spending
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May 21, 2026
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Euro zone growth set to slow in 2026 as Middle East conflict fuels inflation
The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of
May 21, 2026
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Australia's unemployment hits 4-1/2 year high, lessens risk of rate rise
Australian employment unexpectedly fell in April while the jobless rate jumped to the highest level since late 2021, a possible sign the labour market might be
May 21, 2026
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Dollar dips on hopes for Iran deal, yen near danger zone
The U.S. dollar retreated from a six-week high on Wednesday on rising hopes that the U.S. is nearing a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East.
May 20, 2026
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Macron ally cleared to run French central bank
Emmanuel Moulin, President Emmanuel Macron's former chief of staff, on Wednesday won lawmakers' approval to head the Bank of France after
May 20, 2026
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The market powerful enough to sway stocks and Trump is rumbling again
The bond market is making noise again
May 19, 2026
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New Zealand manufacturing expansion nearly stalls in April, survey shows
New Zealand's manufacturing index marginally expanded in April, but the sector's growth slowed to a six-month low as the conflict in the Middle East drove up costs and
May 15, 2026
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Tax refunds help to lift US retail sales; drag from rising inflation looms
U.S. retail sales increased solidly for a third straight month in April, though part of the rise in receipts was due to a sharp rise in inflation since
May 14, 2026
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Brokerages' forecasts for S&P 500, global GDP growth in 2026
Top brokerages expect the benchmark S&P 500 index to extend its rally in 2026, even as the months-long Middle East conflict disrupts global energy flows and drives inflation higher.
December 16, 2025
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US business inventories post biggest gain in nearly four years in March
U.S. business inventories increased by the most in nearly four years in March, boosted by stocks at wholesalers, government data showed on Thursday.
May 14, 2026
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Gloom in UK housing market shows no sign of lifting, RICS survey shows
Buyers in Britain's housing market stayed downbeat last month as the economic fallout from the Iran war and rising mortgage rates weighed on sentiment, a survey from the Royal
May 14, 2026
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Fed is 'dead serious' about getting inflation down, Kashkari says
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said on Wednesday that the U.S. labor market looks "a bit better" than it did earlier this year, while the Iran war has worsened
May 13, 2026
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US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason
Americans paid more for their groceries in April, but high gas prices were only one of the reasons why
May 13, 2026
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US dollar rises as inflation jumps; Trump-Xi talks begin
The dollar gained on Wednesday after hitting a two-week high following the latest stronger-than-expected U.S. inflation reading, with talks set to
May 13, 2026
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US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years
U.S. producer prices posted their biggest increase in four years in April, boosted by soaring costs for goods and services, the latest sign of
May 13, 2026
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Most US adults say finances in good shape but job worries tick up, Fed survey shows
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults last year continued to rate their personal finances as being in reasonable shape, although they remained concerned about inflation
May 13, 2026
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Tyson Foods sees 'spotty' efforts to expand US cattle herd, CFO says
U.S. cattle producers are making "spotty" efforts to rebuild the nation's diminished herd and supplies will remain tight, Tyson Foods Chief Financial
May 13, 2026
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Birkenstock warns of higher costs from tariffs, Middle East conflict
Birkenstock shares slumped 13% on Wednesday after the sandal maker warned of rising second-half cost pressures from U.S. tariffs and the Middle East conflict, with
May 13, 2026
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Hot April producer price number adds to inflation worries
U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in April, posting their biggest gain since early 2022, the latest indication that inflation was accelerating amid the
May 13, 2026
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Morgan Stanley lifts S&P 500's annual target on hopes of earnings-driven rallies
Morgan Stanley raised its annual target for the benchmark S&P 500 index on Wednesday, saying U.S. stocks have enough room to rally as companies continue to post strong earnings.
May 13, 2026
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Japanese automaker Nissan reduces losses and expects to return to profit
Japanese automaker Nissan says it reduced losses for the fiscal year through March
May 13, 2026
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Japanese investors sell foreign stocks in April as energy costs rise
Japanese investors turned net sellers of foreign stocks for the first time in four months in April, as concerns over higher energy costs from the Iran war and the risk of broader
May 13, 2026
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Trading Day: Inflation up, chips down
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell on Tuesday, dragged down by a sharp decline in semiconductors, while sentiment was also rattled by rebounding oil
May 13, 2026
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April CPI rises more than expected; bond yields climb
U.S. consumer prices rose at a brisk clip for a second straight month in April, posting the largest
May 12, 2026
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Ceasefire on life support
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-At-Large, Finance and Markets With the month-old Iran war ceasefire now on “life support”,
May 12, 2026
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Americans’ anger about the economy hits Trump and Republicans’ midterm prospects
Americans’ anger about the economy hits Trump and Republicans’ midterm prospects
May 12, 2026
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European shares muted as markets weigh US-Iran deadlock
European shares ended Monday's session flat, constrained by a drop in luxury stocks, while stalled U.S.-Iran peace negotiations drove oil prices
May 11, 2026
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It’s not just drivers who hate high gas prices. So do gas station owners
It’s not just drivers who hate high gas prices. So do gas station owners
May 11, 2026
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ECB's de Guindos urges prudence on rates in parting shot - FT
The European Central Bank's outgoing Vice President Luis de Guindos urged colleagues, in an interview published on Monday, to be prudent when deciding on an expected
May 11, 2026
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S&P 500 and Nasdaq notch records, boosted by AI and earnings optimism
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq notched record highs on Friday, boosted by gains in Nvidia, Sandisk and other AI-related stocks, while a stronger-than-expected jobs
May 08, 2026
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India's April consumer inflation likely rose to 3.8% as higher fuel costs weigh: Reuters poll
India's annual consumer inflation likely moved closer to the central bank's 4% medium-term target in April as higher fuel costs following the U.S.-Iran
May 08, 2026
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Fed's Goolsbee: AI success would be 'lovely,' but Fed would still need to watch for overheating
Even if artificial intelligence is as transformative as advertised the U.S.
May 07, 2026
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Serbia secures IMF approval for next stage of reform program
The International Monetary Fund and Serbia have reached a staff-level agreement on the third review under a 36-month arrangement to help support economic reforms in the
May 06, 2026
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Argentina should approach markets with lower interest rates, official says
Argentina should approach the markets with lower interest rates, the country's Secretary of Economic Policy, Jose Luis Daza, said Wednesday during an event.
May 06, 2026