The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

How to invest during the war's second act

The war between the US and Iran is in its fifth month, and last week it escalated from military exchanges into something more dangerous for investors: the use of the world's energy arteries as a weapon. Brent crude has broken above $100 per barrel, its highest in two months, and…

Bangkok Post · Jul 26

Fed Decision, Tech Earnings and Other Can't Miss Items this Week

Markets face the week's most consequential moment Wednesday at 2:00pm when the Federal Reserve announces its rate decision and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh holds his first post-decision press conference, setting policy direction.

Barchart · Jul 26

'I Love the Inflation': Trump's Bizarre Inflation Boast Backfires as Fed Blames AI Boom

President Trump's past inflation comments clash with current economic realities, as AI investments contribute to sustained price pressures, challenging the White House's economic narrative.

International Business Times · Jul 26

Rate watchers eye inflation data and RBA chief's speech

Economists from some of the nation's biggest banks are expecting the RBA board to hold rates at its upcoming meeting, as crucial inflation data is set to drop.

AAP · Jul 26

Let’s get ready to rumble: The next Fed meeting will be a ’family feud’—and that’s exactly what Chairman Kevin Warsh wants

“And the survey says … policy will likely stay on hold for an additional meeting. Hawkish momentum is building, however. We expect two hawkish dissents.”

Fortune · Jul 25

US Grocery Price Surge Refuses To Abate. Consumers Are Tweaking Their Preferences

US households are battling what is considered the biggest jump in grocery prices in half a century. In other terms, purchasing food to eat at home has become 33% more expensive in US cities since the beginning of 2019.

International Business Times · Jul 25

Russian central bank cuts GDP growth forecast to zero, expects faster inflation

Russia's central bank has cut its 2026 GDP forecast to 0.0-1.0% and expects faster inflation as the fuel crisis drives up prices for many goods and services, its head Elvira Nabiullina said.

Euronews · Jul 25

Best Places to Put Emergency Savings in 2026: 6 Options Beyond a Regular Savings Account

Emergency savings do not need to sit in one boring account forever. In 2026, savers have several places to keep cash accessible, earn interest, and potentially protect more of their money from inflation without tossing the whole emergency fund into the stock market roller coaster.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jul 25

The 'rockets and feathers' effect: Inflation eases but grocery bills do not

Economics has a term for what U.S. grocery prices have done in recent years

The Independent UK · Jul 25

Retirement planning at 50: How a Rs 1.3 crore bond portfolio can generate nearly Rs 1 lakh a month

Financial experts say retirement planning should focus on purpose-driven portfolios rather than arbitrary corpus targets. A balanced mix of liquidity, fixed income and equities can provide stable income, protect against inflation and support long-term financial security throughout retirement.

The Economic Times · Jul 25