Tag: #Inflation

Asian stocks mostly fall as higher oil prices, U.S. Treasury yields and Australia's rate increase pressure regional markets.

Asian Stocks Fall as Higher Oil and Bond Yields Pressure Global Markets

October 1, 2026

SINGAPORE — Asian stocks mostly fell on Tuesday as higher oil prices and rising bond yields pressured global markets, reinforcing ...

Asian markets diverge as higher oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields renew inflation and interest-rate concerns across regional economies.

by The Daily Desk

September 28, 2026

TOKYO, Japan - Global markets opened the week on a mixed footing Monday after U.S. stocks finished higher Friday, as ...

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva waves to people during a ceremony marking the start of UFSCar construction works in Sorocaba.

Brazil Raises Bolsa Família Payments 15% Weeks Before Presidential Election

by The Daily Desk

September 18, 2026

BRASÍLIA, Brazil - Brazil will increase payments under its Bolsa Família social assistance program by 15% from October, raising the ...

9P78-1 self-propelled launcher of the 9K720 Iskander-M system displayed with 9M723K5 missiles during the Army 2016 demonstration.

Russia’s War Economy Faces Growing Strain From Debt, Deficits and Military Spending

by The Daily Desk

September 18, 2026

MOSCOW, Russia - Russia’s wartime economy is showing increasing signs of fiscal and financial pressure as heavy military spending widens ...

Kevin Warsh answers reporters’ questions during the Federal Open Market Committee press conference on June 17, 2026.

Federal Reserve Raises Rates for First Time Since 2023 as Inflation Stays Elevated

by The Daily Desk

September 17, 2026

WASHINGTON, United States - The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since July 2023, ...

The Pentagon headquarters building in Arlington, Virginia, viewed from outside with its distinctive five-sided structure visible

Iran War Has Cost U.S. $38 Billion, CBO Warns of More Spending Ahead

by The Daily Desk

September 16, 2026

WASHINGTON, United States - The U.S. military's war with Iran has cost about $38 billion through Aug. 1, according to ...

Diesel fuel pump at a gas station displaying fueling equipment and pricing information.

US Diesel Prices Break $6 Record, Raising Costs Across Supply Chains

by The Daily Desk

September 11, 2026

WASHINGTON, United States — U.S. diesel prices have crossed $6 a gallon for the first time, adding a new cost ...

IMF 2026 global growth forecast of 3 percent, with technology investment, resilient economies, energy disruption and geopolitical risks highlighted.

IMF Keeps 2026 Global Growth Forecast at 3% Despite War Risks

by The Daily Desk

September 11, 2026

WASHINGTON, United States — The International Monetary Fund has kept its 2026 global economic growth forecast at 3%, maintaining its ...

Business graphic showing easing September Fed rate-hike expectations, rising U.S. stocks, lower Treasury yields and Federal Reserve policy signals.

Global Markets Rebound as Fed Rate-Hike Expectations Ease

by The Daily Desk

September 4, 2026

Global financial markets rebounded Thursday after Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said he could support leaving interest rates unchanged at ...

U.S. economic graphic showing Federal Reserve district growth, inflation pressures, labor-market conditions and rising energy and input costs.

U.S. Economic Activity Shows Modest Growth as Energy Costs Raise Inflation Concerns

by The Daily Desk

September 3, 2026

WASHINGTON — U.S. economic activity increased modestly in recent weeks, while employment rose slightly and prices continued to increase moderately, ...

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