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Services index shows big jump in prices for December as companies fear tariffs
The ISM services survey's prices index jumped to 64.4%, an increase of 6.2 points or more than 10%.CNBC - 14h -
Indonesia launches free meal program to combat kids, pregnant women malnutrition
Indonesia’s new government has begun an ambitious project to fight malnutrition by feeding nearly 90 million children and pregnant women that is expected to cost $28 billion through 2029, although ...ABC News - 1d -
Euro zone inflation rose to 2.4% in December, meeting expectations
Economists polled by Reuters forecast a reading of 2.4%, up from 2.2% in November.CNBC - 18h -
UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax
Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last yearFinancial Times - 22h -
December sales provide little cheer for retailers
Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.BBC News - 22h -
German inflation rises more than expected to 2.9% in December
German inflation jumped to a higher-than-expected 2.9% in December, German statistics office Destatis said Monday.CNBC - 1d -
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Shops offered grottos and wine to combat 'drab' December
Small businesses are offering incentives to entice customers as consumer confidence remains low.BBC News - 4d -
NBA names Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns Eastern Conference Player of the Month for December
Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns was named NBA's Eastern Conference Player of the Month for December.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
UK house prices rise more than expected in December
Month-on-month increase of 0.7% takes average house price close to record highFinancial Times - 6d -
BYD, Chinese EV Peers Post Record Sales for December
Chinese electric-vehicle makers have benefited from a government trade-in program in the world’s largest market for EVs.The Wall Street Journal - 6d
