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Inflation Rises, but Key CPI Index Climbs Less Than Expected
The Consumer Price Index, which measures changes in the costs of household goods, rose 0.3 percent in April, a slight drop from the month before, potentially helping the case for the Fed to cut interest rates this year.Inc. - Business - Inflation -
CPI report shows inflation easing in April, with consumer prices still rising 3.4% from a year ago
The consumer price index was expected to increase 3.4% from a year ago, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.CNBC - Business -
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Nikkei Rises 1.4%, Led by Electronics, Brokerage Stocks
Japanese stocks ended higher, led by gains in electronics and brokerage stocks, as easing U.S. inflation keeps hopes for Fed rate cuts later this year intact.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Australian Unemployment Rises, Easing Pressure on RBA to Hike
Unemployment in Australia jumped in April as more people searched for work, a rise that is likely to reduce pressure on the Reserve Bank of Australia to raise interest rates further.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Here's the inflation breakdown for April 2024 — in one chart
The consumer price index rose 3.4% in April from a year earlier, marking a decrease from March, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.CNBC - Business -
Cisco’s stock rises as demand stabilizes and revenue outlook impresses
“Customers are consuming the equipment shipped over the last few quarters in line with our expectations,” Cisco’s CFO said.MarketWatch - Business -
Bond Markets Expected to Calm Down After U.S. CPI-Triggered Rally
Rates markets looked set to enter calmer waters after U.S. inflation and retail sales data caused the latest leg higher [in prices], Commerzbank Research said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Oil Rises, Buoyed by Second Straight Weekly Fall in U.S. Inventories
Oil gained in early Asian trade, buoyed by a second straight weekly decline in U.S. inventories.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘He is borrowing from Trump’: the rise of Robert Fico, Slovakia’s populist leader
The veteran politician shot and wounded on Wednesday, is a fan of Viktor Orbán and has embraced ever more extreme positions to retain power. Robert Fico ‘in life-threatening condition’ – latest updatesSlovakia prime minister Robert Fico shot and ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
'Scottie is that guy': Stories behind Scheffler's rise to the top of the golf world
At the PGA Championship, Scheffler can become the first golfer to win the first two majors of a season since 2015.ESPN - Sports -
US stocks close at record high on slower pace of inflation
Investors increase bets on Fed’s interest rate cuts this year as price growth moderatesFinancial Times - Business -
Inflation Moderated Slightly in April, Offering Some Relief for Consumers
Prices rose 3.4 percent in April from a year earlier, a slight easing from the previous month and a positive sign for the Federal Reserve.The New York Times - Business -
Japan's Economy Shrinks Again as Inflation Hits Consumers' Pocketbooks
The weakness of the yen currency drives up the prices of imported food and gasoline.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
Traders examine interest rate bets after inflation updates
Also in this newsletter: Putin hits out at west, Slovak PM shot, measuring productivity in the officeFinancial Times - World -
High inflation harms older households — and two factors determine who is most at risk, research finds
Retirees and near retirees face unique dilemmas when it comes to trying to make their money last amid rising prices.CNBC - Business -
Bitcoin is having its best day since March following cooler April inflation reading
Bitcoin jumped with stocks on Wednesday after the April consumer price index showed inflation eased from the previous month.CNBC - Business - Crypto -
Bond-market rally may not be over after inflation report brings ‘massive relief’
The U.S bond market broadly rose on Wednesday, paring its losses this year after fresh inflation added fuel to investor hopes that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in 2024.MarketWatch - Business -
Ministers split over aid for Titanic shipbuilder Harland & Wolff
UK chancellor ‘dragging feet’ over £200mn package for Belfast groupFinancial Times - World -
Labour and Tories to raise pressure on City watchdog over growth
Concerns have risen over Financial Conduct Authority’s ability to spur competitivenessFinancial Times - World -
Major U.S. stock indexes closed at records after the release of the inflation data, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow gaining 1.2%%, 1.4% and 0.9%, respectively.
Major U.S. stock indexes closed at records after the release of the inflation data, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow gaining 1.2%%, 1.4% and 0.9%, respectively.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. inflation eased slightly in April, offering relief to investors and the Fed after a run of economic data at the start of the year revealed simmering price pressures.
U.S. inflation eased slightly in April, offering relief to investors and the Fed after a run of economic data at the start of the year revealed simmering price pressures.The Wall Street Journal - World