The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

FED:Inflation pressures set to expand despite fuel reprieve

Annual trimmed mean inflation is tipped to rise despite the easing of fuel prices, as the impacts of the Iran war flow through to the broader economy.

AAP · May 26

Falling fuel prices bolster hopes for RBA rate reprieve

A cut in the fuel excise caused annual headline inflation to fall, but the underlying impulse for price pressures is still gathering steam.

AAP · May 26

'I Went My Whole Life Thinking That Waitrose Was Expensive': TikTok Video Sparks UK Supermarket Price Debate

A TikTok video has sparked debate over whether Waitrose is becoming more affordable or if rising prices at Tesco and other supermarkets are reshaping shopper perceptions amid ongoing food inflation.

International Business Times UK · May 26

Dollar Slips as US-Iran Peace Negotiations Progress

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.07%. The dollar is moving lower today amid signs that peace negotiations between the US and Iran are progressing, which is curbing safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, today's rally in the S&P 500 to a new record high has dampened...

Barchart · May 26

Bond Markets Signal Growing Concerns Over Inflation, Debt And Energy Prices

Rising government borrowing costs are reshaping financial markets as investors weigh the impact of higher debt loads, inflation pressures and global conflicts.

International Business Times · May 26

Consumer confidence dented with gas prices around $4.50 and inflation still elevated

U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels

The Independent UK · May 26

Final May 2026 Social Security payment: Which SSA retirees, SSDI and survivor beneficiaries get up to $5,181 deposits Wednesday?

Millions of retirees, disability recipients, and survivors await the last Social Security payment of May — but only a specific group qualifies for the May 27 deposit. The SSA will send retirement, SSDI, and survivor benefits to eligible beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st. Some high earners may receive…

The Economic Times · May 26

Why is gold price down today? Check latest gold rate projections for June

Gold rate today: Elevated ​crude oil prices can accelerate inflation and keep ​interest rates higher for longer. While gold is seen as a hedge against inflation, higher rates tend to weigh on the non-yielding metal.

The Economic Times · May 26

Fuel price hikes may push inflation towards 5%, RBI likely to stay cautious: Economists

Retail inflation may reach 5 percent by June due to fuel price increases and higher gold and silver import duties. Economists believe the Reserve Bank of India will observe the impact of these hikes before considering interest rate changes in the latter half of the fiscal year.

The Economic Times · May 26

Experts issue stark warning over food inflation – and it’s here to stay

Furniture and health and beauty products are getting more expensive as a result of the Middle East conflict

The Independent UK · May 26