The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Aussie shares wobble, oil price keeps traders on edge

Geopolitical risks and a soft local economic outlook continue to weigh heavily on investor sentiment, particularly on banks and retail stocks.

AAP · Sep 9

Yen stands tall as dollar wobbles, oil's run towards $100 chills sentiment

The Japanese yen marked a significant climb on Wednesday, nearing its highest level since February as oil prices soared toward $100 per barrel due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. This development has made the U.S. dollar vulnerable against key currencies. Market participants are keenly awaiting U.S. inflation data…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Gold subdued on inflation worries, rate hike expectations

Gold prices fell on Wednesday as conflicts in the Middle East intensified. The surge in crude oil prices typically fuels inflationary pressures. Key U.S. inflation data is anticipated later this week, leading traders to predict a forthcoming interest rate increase from the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, the Bank of England is…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Trump’s favorite CNN star delivers ‘worst-ever’ polling news to him

President Trump is the first U.S. president to record a net inflation rating 50 points underwater, CNN data guru Harry Enten said

The Independent UK · Sep 8

US stocks today: US stocks slip as AI fears weigh on software, while oil and rate bets add pressure

US stocks fell as renewed AI disruption fears hit software shares, while rising oil prices and shifting Federal Reserve rate expectations added pressure to markets. The S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow declined as investors awaited inflation data, weighed Middle East tensions and reassessed the outlook for interest rates and equities.

The Economic Times · Sep 8

7 Social Security Numbers Retirees Should Know Before 2027 COLA Season Begins

Fall brings an annual guessing game for millions of retirees: How much will Social Security checks increase next year? The official 2027 Social Security COLA...

Saving Advice · Sep 8

IRS Raises Clean Electricity Production Tax Credit to 3.1 Cents Per Kilowatt-Hour for 2026

Clean electricity producers may qualify for a federal tax credit of up to 3.1 cents per kilowatt-hour in 2026 after the IRS published its annual inflation adjustment for the Clean Electricity Production Credit. The IRS announced the updated amounts in a Federal Register notice published September 4. The credit, established…

The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 8

Australians are 'furious' about inflation: RBA deputy

The Reserve Bank's deputy governor Andrew Hauser says Australians are fed up with higher living costs, and want inflation to be brought under control.

AAP · Sep 8

FTSE 100 slips as Bank of England chief flags inflation risks

Andrew Bailey discussed interest rates and other ongoing economic pressures in an appearance before Parliament’s Treasury Committee.

Evening Standard · Sep 8

Bank has no ‘secret plan’ for unconditional interest rate hikes, says Bailey

Andrew Bailey, governor of the Bank of England, told MPs at Parliament’s Treasury Committee that there are still ‘upside’ risks to inflation.

Evening Standard · Sep 8