The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

Workers face record pay slump against surging inflation

Latest figures show a 4.1% drop in regular pay once inflation is taken into account - the biggest fall since records began

Insider UK · Aug 16, 2022

Asian shares mostly higher, echoing Wall Street rebound

Asian shares are mostly rising after a rebound on Wall Street, despite regional investor risks reflected in negative economic data out of China

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2022

UK wages in June fall at fastest rate for 20 years

Real pay continues to be outstripped by soaring inflation amid a continuing cost of living crisis

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2022

One year into Taliban control, Afghans face poverty and repression. Australia cannot turn a blind eye

One year after the fall of Kabul, life is difficult and precarious for almost everyone in Afghanistan. More than half of the 40 million people of this troubled country are facing severe malnutrition and grinding poverty, and 90% struggle with food insecurity. In a land of widows and orphans, disaster…

The Conversation · Aug 16, 2022

Economy to continue growing despite disappointing Q2: Bank of Thailand

Despite a weaker-than-expected second quarter, the economy is expected to continue growing in the second half of the year as tourism picks up, the Bank of Thailand (BoT) said on Tuesday, suggesting gradual policy tightening may continue.

Bangkok Post · Aug 16, 2022

Total methane emissions have declined since 1991, but methane emissions from livestock are up

The Inflation Reduction Act aims to reduce emissions from agriculture and natural gas systems , the top two sources of methane emissions

USAFacts · Aug 15, 2022

Harris at 26 tie-breaking votes in the U.S. Senate, most ever cast in a single term

Vice President Kamala Harris (D) cast three tie-breaking votes in the U.S. Senate related to the Inflation Reduction Act. On August 6, she cast a vote to proceed with debate on the bill, and on August 7 she cast votes to approve an amendment and to pass the bill.

Ballotpedia · Aug 15, 2022

Dogs of the Dow: 2 Stocks to Buy and 2 to Hold

The stock market has rebounded lately from the decline in the year's first half, thanks to better-than-expected corporate earnings and the expectation of easing inflationary pressure. However, a still uncomfortable inflation level and the possible aggressive rate hikes could keep the market volatile. The Dogs of the Dow investment strategy…

StockNews.com · Aug 15, 2022

5 Passive Income Stocks to Buy in August 2022

Inflation is still hovering near 40-year highs, and many analysts expect the Fed to continue with its interest rate hikes. Therefore, the stock market is expected to remain under pressure. Moreover, the ongoing geopolitical tensions are adding to investors’ concerns. Given the uncertainties surrounding the market, it could be wise…

StockNews.com · Aug 15, 2022

Nationwide are offering £1,200 cost of living bonus to thousands of workers

The company is the latest to give employees an extra payment amid soaring energy costs and inflation.

Daily Record · Aug 15, 2022