Germany's Inflation Surges

Germany's inflation surges to 2.4% as it narrowly skirts a technical recession

Germany's inflation surged to 2.4% in October, back above the European Central Bank's 2% target, even as the country narrowly avoided a technical recession in the third quarter.

Business - CNBC - 5 hours ago

The inflation risk for emerging markets

Fiscal indiscipline looms as the biggest threat after central bank battles to slow rising prices

World - Financial Times - October 15

Polio cases surge in Pakistan

Prior to the latest surge in infections, Pakistan was on the verge of eradicating the disease.

Corporate Germany is on sale

German companies have become relatively small and relatively cheap

World - Financial Times - October 18

Pound falls as UK inflation declines more than expected to 1.7%

First reading below Bank of England’s target in 3 years opens door to more rate cuts this year

Business - Financial Times - October 16

What Lower Inflation Means For You

There’s been a surprise fall in the rate at which prices increase

Consumer confidence surges ahead of election

American consumers are feeling more confident ahead of Election Day, but they’re still not as confident as they were before the pandemic, according to a new survey from The Conference Board, a ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Alfa establishes strategic alliance in Germany

World - Yahoo News - October 17

What to see and do in Düsseldorf, Germany

World - Yahoo News - October 18

WATCH: Ohio police officer 'attacked' by inflatable pumpkin

Ohio police responding to reports of a runaway pumpkin arrived to find a giant inflatable Halloween decoration blocking traffic.

Surprise fall in inflation to 1.7% paves way for interest rate cuts

September's figure comes two weeks ahead of the Budget and will be used to decide how much benefits will rise in April.

Benefits, interest rates and pensions - how September's inflation figure affects you

The cost of living is always important but this month's has a particular extra impact for millions of people.

Trump’s Tariff Plans Would Fuel Inflation, Janet Yellen Will Warn

The Treasury secretary criticized former President Donald J. Trump’s economic proposals in a speech.

Business - The New York Times - October 17

ECB lowers rates to 3.25% as inflation slows

Christine Lagarde says Eurozone’s central bankers are close to ‘breaking the neck’ of soaring price pressures

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Kevin Hassett: ‘They let inflation get out of control’

Trump ‘supports’ Fed independence, but ‘wants to have his voice heard’, says former president’s ex-economic adviser

World - Financial Times - October 18

It’s the Inflation: Why the Working Class Wants Trump Back

Inflation is driving working-class voters of all ethnicities to Trump.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Why fears of post-election violence may be inflated

Democrats are sounding the alarm that former President Trump’s harsh rhetoric in the home stretch of a tight presidential race could portend a repeat of the mass political violence that broke out ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Pensions change to bring over 10,000 estates into inheritance tax

Taxes rise as chancellor delivers the first Labour budget since 2010

Business - Financial Times - 11 hours ago

How Hurricane Milton storm surge destroyed communities

Storm surge pushed around 5 feet of sand into Manasota Key, Florida, where homes and roads are covered with debris and destruction. CBS News' Tom Hanson speaks to Charlotte County public ...

Hurricane Milton's storm surge reshapes Florida coastline

Several communities across Florida and North Carolina are recovering after back-to-back hurricanes. CBS News' Tom Hanson is in Manasota Key on Florida's west coast with the latest on recovery efforts.

Mortgage rates surge, putting a damper on home buying and refinancing

Mortgage applications fell 17% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

Early voting surge seen as advantage for Harris campaign

The Harris campaign and Democratic groups are working hard to push their supporters to vote early in this year's election. Team Harris wants to maximize its early advantage, especially given that ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Pension fund use of ETFs surges in Europe

Institutional iShares assets under management have been growing at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 30% in the region, according to BlackRock

World - Financial Times - October 18

Unusual surge of "walking pneumonia" reported in kids this year

The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.

Tokyo Metro Shares Surge in Trading Debut

The initial public offering by the operator of subways in Tokyo is the largest since SoftBank Corp.’s $21 billion IPO in 2018.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

Auto-enrolment drives surge in ‘lost’ UK pensions

£31bn sitting in unclaimed, inactive or lost savings pots

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Cash Isas popularity surges ahead of UK Budget

Investors shift into tax-sheltered accounts given uncertainty of Labour proposals

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Action demanded over surge in illegal meat imports

The government is warned of a "foot-and-mouth" level crisis over potentially diseased meat flooding into the UK.

Hundreds Killed in Days in Sudan as War Surges

Paramilitary forces ransacked villages and killed hundreds of people, activists said, hastening calls for the United Nations to deploy a mission to protect civilians.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Early voting is surging across the U.S. Explore the data.

Early voting has begun in states across the country where voters are able to cast their ballots either in person or via mail.

Latino voters face surge in misinformation as election nears

As the Latino vote gains attention in the 2024 election, concerns arise over targeted misinformation. Roberta Braga, co-founder of the Digital Democracy Institute of the Americas, joins "CBS ...

Germany condemns firing on UNIFIL posts in Lebanon

World - Yahoo News - October 14

Spring rain expected to hit Germany wine harvest

World - Yahoo News - October 14

Germany's Habeck defends bonus for those returning to workforce

World - Yahoo News - October 15

Germany urged to ensure protection for at-risk Afghans

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Germany's Scholz: Al-Sinwar responsible for the worst crimes

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Germany’s auto giants are struggling to stay relevant

Germany's automotive sector, long recognized for producing high-quality cars, is struggling to preserve its relevance in the age of electrification.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Biden, in Germany, Urges Unwavering Support for Ukraine

The president, in a trip to Berlin that lasted barely a day, also joined Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany in expressing new optimism about the prospect for peace in the Middle East.

World - The New York Times - October 19

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