US consumer inflation slows in July as energy prices briefly retreat
Energy prices declined 1.5 percent in July but remain 14.7 percent higher compared with a year ago.
‘The wealthy poor’: Soaring food prices hurt Iranian families
Iranians from all walks of life struggle under the weight of rising inflation and war pressure.
Donald Trump renews effort to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
US president has clashed with Federal Reserve members over his bid to rapidly slash interest rates despite inflation.
Japan and US confirm rare joint intervention to prop up yen
US President Donald Trump says helping to bolster the Japanese currency is a sign of friendship.
‘What Nigerians want is action on inflation, insecurity, unemployment, not political rivalry’ — ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to focus more on addressing Nigeria’s economic and security…
US GDP growth dips as inflation and trade deficits pressure economy
GDP grew by 1.5 percent in the second quarter following a 2.1 percent increase in the first quarter.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation fears mount
Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey holds a news conference – watch live Bank of England holds interest rates at…
US Fed holds interest rates steady citing ‘elevated’ inflation
Elevated inflation partly reflects supply shocks that have increased prices, including of energy, the Fed said.
UK faces ‘very difficult trade-offs’ in budget because of Iran war, say analysts
Ships anchored in the strait of Hormuz off Iran on Monday. The on-off closure of the waterway has pushed up…
Hakeem Jeffries puts affordability at centre of Democrats’ midterm campaign
US House Democratic leader unveils 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda, blaming Donald Trump for rising costs.