The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

US Fed's Christopher Waller urges 'give disinflation a chance' as rate hike remains on table

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller expressed openness to steady interest rates, contingent on forthcoming inflation indicators showing a decline. However, if inflation persists, a rate hike in September can't be ruled out. He underscored the importance of inflation trends in shaping his policy decisions. The market has adjusted its expectations…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

US stocks today: NaS&P 500 rise as Fed's Waller signals openness to holding rates steady

US stocks traded higher as Fed Governor Christopher Waller said he could support holding interest rates steady if inflation continues to cool. Investors are now watching Friday's jobs data for clues on the Fed's next move, while rising oil prices and Middle East tensions remain key risks for markets.

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Fed's Waller says central bank's next rate move depends on upcoming inflation report

Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller says that an inflation report next week will largely determine whether he supports an interest rate hike later this month or not

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Global Market: Eurozone services growth slows in August, but private sector remains steady

Eurozone services growth eased to a two-month low in August, but resilient domestic demand and improving manufacturing activity kept overall private-sector growth steady. Employment strengthened, while renewed price pressures and inflation above 3% could complicate the European Central Bank’s policy outlook.

The Economic Times · Sep 3

With voters squeezed by high costs, Texas candidates race to claim affordability mantle

If not carefully vetted, candidates’ proposals to lower costs could exacerbate future affordability issues, experts say.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 3

UK mortgage borrowers brace for rate jump amid global bond sell-off

Swap rates rise to three-year high as increase in oil prices leads to fears of higher inflation

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3

US economic activity rises modestly, inflation pressures persist: Fed Beige Book

Recent reports indicate a modest growth in US economic activity alongside slight increases in employment figures. However, moderate price rises have been observed throughout most Federal Reserve districts, with businesses facing higher costs in energy and transportation, which is affecting consumer spending. The housing market remains sluggish, pressured by high…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Grattan on Friday: economic life won’t get much better until Australians climb that productivity mountain

Treasurer Jim Chalmers would have sighed with relief at this week’s economic growth figures. Despite some preview talk of possible stagnation, we saw modest growth of 2.1% in the year to the end of June.

The Conversation · Sep 3

Indian FMCG stares at broadening commodity inflation and a new source of cost pressure

The raw-material cost environment for FMCG makers has become increasingly uneven in the second quarter of FY27, with prices of several agricultural and food commodities moving higher even as crude and some imported packaging inputs offered sequential relief, according to a report.

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Rising Treasury yields emerge as key risk to Wall Street’s record rally

Investors in the US stock market are monitoring Treasury yields closely, aware that they may hinder any potential rally. The benchmark ten-year yield is nearing levels that could disrupt equity valuations. While robust corporate earnings currently mitigate rising borrowing costs, the focus is shifting to inflation and interest rates. Should…

The Economic Times · Sep 3