Inflation
Spain industrial prices rise 13.2% in August
Spain's industrial inflation reached 13.2% year-on-year in August 2026, driven primarily by soaring energy costs and volatile Middle East markets.
RBA lifts interest rates to highest level in 15 years
The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted its benchmark cash rate to 4.6 per cent, reaching a 15-year high amid persistent inflation and global economic pressures.
Living Wage Foundation finds third of low-paid UK workers have no savings
Nearly a third of low-paid UK workers now possess zero savings, leaving millions severely exposed to financial shocks amid rising costs.
Republicans distance themselves from Trump as midterms poll ratings crater
GOP candidates nationwide are breaking with Donald Trump as cratering poll ratings and voter anger over inflation threaten an electoral rout.
US bond yields hit 19-year high as yen slides to 158 range
US benchmark borrowing costs reached 19-year highs as 10-year Treasury yields touched 5.12%, triggering global market sell-offs and driving the Japanese yen into the 158 range.
Could two more RBA rate hikes push Australia into recession?
Economists warn that further RBA rate hikes could stall economic growth and push Australia into a technical recession as inflation remains above target.
US mortgage rates jump past 7 percent as oil prices rise on Houthi attacks
American mortgage rates surged past the seven percent threshold, driven upward by escalating global energy costs and conflict in the Middle East.
FTSE 100 slips as US bond yields hit 2007 high
Global equity markets faced severe turbulence as US Treasury yields surged to 2007 highs and Brent crude oil breached $100 a barrel amid Middle East tensions.
US Treasury yields surge to fresh two-decade highs as oil prices hit $105 per barrel
Global financial markets reeled as US Treasury yields surged to multi-decade highs and crude oil prices climbed past $105 per barrel amid Middle East conflict.
US 10-year Treasury yield hits 5.05%, highest since July 2007
The benchmark US 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 5.05%, reaching its highest level since July 2007 as oil prices rose and markets priced in rate hikes.
UK economic growth to slow next year amid Middle East conflict impact
International forecasters warn that UK economic growth will slow next year as fallout from the Middle East conflict hits energy markets and stokes inflation.
Asda data shows UK household spending power falls to six‑month low
UK household spending power has dropped to a six-month low as surging essential costs outpace ordinary wage increases, according to fresh Asda data.
Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation and faster growth
The Federal Reserve hiked its benchmark rate to 3.9% amid a structural macroeconomic shift driving higher borrowing costs and sticky inflation.
Reserve Bank of Australia survey reveals widespread public confusion over interest rates
A comprehensive Reserve Bank of Australia survey reveals widespread public misunderstanding regarding interest rates, with most citizens unclear on how monetary policy fights inflation.
Trump’s Iran war has economists aghast
Major financial institutions declare traditional forecasting methods obsolete as the military campaign against Iran drags global markets into turmoil.
EV owner saw insurance rise from $1,180 to $1,690, and drivers say battery age isn't why
An electric vehicle owner's five-year insurance renewal history sparked online debate over whether an aging battery was driving up coverage expenses.
British home price increases to lag inflation this year and next
New polling data reveals British home price increases will lag behind wider inflation this year and next as high borrowing costs constrain buyer demand.
Federal Reserve raises benchmark interest rate by quarter-point to combat inflation
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to a range of 3.75% to 4.00% to combat persistent inflation, impacting borrowing and saving.
US Stock Futures Rally as Bond Yields Fall on Fed Rate Hike
Global markets rallied as U.S. stock futures advanced and Treasury yields declined following a historic interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve.
Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high of 1.25% as inflation rises
The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark interest rate to 1.25% in a 7-2 vote, reaching its highest level since 1995 as policymakers address global inflation.