The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Politicians 'reluctant to tell truth about mess UK is in', former Tory chair says

A FORMER chair of the Tory Party was applauded on Question Time after saying that politicians were not telling people the truth: 'We’re in one…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 2, 2023

US jobs report for May could point to slower hiring as Fed rate hikes cool demand for workers

America’s surprisingly resilient job market may have delivered yet another month of solid hiring and pay gains in May, if economists’ forecasts prove to be correct

The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2023

Australia's minimum wage jumps by 8.6 per cent, award workers get 5.75 per cent pay boost

Australia's minimum wage lifts by 8.6 per cent, award workers get 5.75 per cent increase, in Fair Work Commission decision.

ABC News · Jun 2, 2023

Stocks Higher as Lower Bond Yields Boost Tech Stocks

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed up +0.99%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IU XX) (QQQ ) closed up +1.31%. Stock indexes Thursday settled moderately higher, with the S&P...

Barchart · Jun 1, 2023

The state of household debt in the US

US household debt has risen by nearly 50% over the last two decades, after adjusting for inflation.

USAFacts · Jun 1, 2023

Stocks Rally as Tech Climbs on a Decline in Bond Yields

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.94%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.22%. The market is finding support today on easing U.S....

Barchart · Jun 1, 2023

3 Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio for Stability

Macroeconomic headwinds, like persistent inflation and rate hike fears, have dampened investor sentiments. Against this backdrop, Industria de Diseño Textil (IDEXY), International General Insurance Holdings (IGIC), and Information Services Group (III), with noteworthy fundamentals, could be added to your portfolio for stability. Read on….

StockNews.com · Jun 1, 2023

3 Stable Stocks Leveling up Your Investments

While the recent debt ceiling deal offers some respite, the stock market continues grappling with macroeconomic headwinds. Hence, it could be wise to invest in stable stocks Costco Wholesale (COST), Cintas Corporation (CTAS), and Copart (CPRT), which could withstand the ongoing market uncertainty. Read on….

StockNews.com · Jun 1, 2023

Stocks Mixed as Tech Climbs on a Decline in Bond Yields

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.35%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.06%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.50%. U.S. stocks this morning are mixed. The broader market...

Barchart · Jun 1, 2023

South Africa's power blackouts: solutions lie in solar farms and battery storage at scale, and an end to state monopoly

Rolling blackouts are costing South Africa dearly. The electricity crisis is a barrier to growth, destroys investor confidence and handicaps almost every economic activity. It has raised input costs for producers and retailers, and has triggered a new round of inflation and interest rate increases.

The Conversation · Jun 1, 2023