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Inflation rate eased to 2.8% in February, lower than expected
The core consumer price index was expected to increase 0.3% in February and 3.2% from a year ago.CNBC - 10h -
Inflation rises by 2.8% in February, slightly below expectations
The new consumer price index shows inflation cooled in February, coming in at a lower rate than economists expected. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has a look at the numbers.CBS News - 11h -
Coming soon: Lower GST rates in India
Also in this newsletter: the (un)ease of doing business, and Kaustubh Kulkarni’s mantraFinancial Times - 2d -
US inflation fell more than expected to 2.8% in February
Figure bolsters case for cental bank to cut interest rates amid signs of slowing economic growthFinancial Times - 5h -
Egg Prices Surge Again Even as Inflation Eases
Prices for the staple rose 10.4% in February even as overall inflation eased a bit. An outbreak of avian influenza continued to contribute to a nationwide egg shortage.The New York Times - 7h -
Trump considers easing safety screenings for chemicals
The Trump administration will consider easing regulations under which it considers the safety of existing chemicals — drawing concerns from public health advocates. The administration announced ...The Hill - 2d -
Is the inflation drop good news for mortgage rates?
Inflation fell in February for the first time in five months, which could have an impact on mortgage rates.CBS News - 5h -
Trump, Ontario ease tariff threats
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump nixes plans for tariffs on Canadian steel President Trump scrapped plans ...The Hill - 1d -
Is it worth it to get a HELOC rate lock? What the experts say
A HELOC rate lock can provide predictable payments — but may only be worth it in certain cases.CBS News - 1d -
Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week
Mortgage rates dropped to the lowest rate since October of last year, and that pushed demand even higher last week, after a substantial jump the previous week.NBC News - 8h -
Coinbase to make comeback in India as opposition to crypto eases
Central bank has long opposed digital coins but Modi government is now more open after Trump's endorsementFinancial Times - 1d -
U.S. Inflation Eased More Than Expected in February
Economists are bracing for intensifying price pressures and slower growth, posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve.The New York Times - 5h -
India's inflation rate dips to cooler-than-expected 3.61% in February, below central bank's target
The lower inflation reading could give the Reserve Bank of India room to cut rates and support its slowing economy.CNBC - 14h -
Keir Starmer’s poll ratings leap after Trump withdraws support for Ukraine
Around 30% of voters say they prefer Labour for dealing with ‘allies against threats to the UK’ in boost to party leader. Keir Starmer’s approval ratings have shot up since Donald Trump returned to ...The Guardian - 4d -
Cook Political Report rates Shaheen's open seat as 'lean Democrat'
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report rated New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s (D) Senate seat as “lean Democrat” following the senator’s announcement she would not seek reelection in 2026. While ...The Hill - 3h -
Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Gets PS5 ESRB Rating As Release Date Leak Emerges
A new ESRB rating for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle could indicate that the game's PlayStation 5 launch is just around the corner. Though the ESRB rating itself doesn't provide a release ...GameSpot - 2d -
Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week
Mortgage demand for both homebuying and refinancing reacted to yet another drop in mortgage rates, which are now down for the sixth straight week.CNBC - 14h -
Iran is riven with conflict. Donald Trump’s offer of talks won’t ease it
With internal politics at their most unstable for years, the risk of escalation is rising. The letter the US president, Donald Trump, says he sent to Iran’s leadership offering to reopen talks on ...The Guardian - 3d -
How federal lands can be used to ease the housing crisis
President Trump's pledge to open up federal land for housing construction could alleviate the housing market's top financial worry, which is inflation, by making homeownership more affordable.The Hill - 2d -
Toyota considers exporting from UK to US to ease impact of Trump tariffs
Senior European executive of world’s largest carmaker also warns of more turbulence for the sectorFinancial Times - 1d -
Here’s the inflation breakdown for February 2025 — in one chart
The consumer price index rose 2.8% in February from 12 months earlier. Inflation decelerated but economists fear tariffs will stall progress.CNBC - 3h -
Oil prices end higher as a rise in gasoline demand helps ease economic growth fears
Oil futures settled higher Wednesday, finding support from overall weakness in U.S. dollar, as well as data from the Energy Information Administration showing a notable weekly rise in gasoline ...MarketWatch - 6h -
Knicks' Mikal Bridges, the NBA's modern-day ironman, asks Tom Thibodeau to ease up on starters' minutes
Three of the Knicks' starters rank in the top 10 for minutes per game this seasonCBS Sports - 3h -
Menendez brothers resentencing bid opposed by LA district attorney
The new district attorney's stand could roll back an effort by his predecessor to ease the brothers' punishment for killing their parents.BBC News - 2d -
European stocks steady after US markets plunge
The global sell-off eases in Europe after US shares are hit by President Trump saying the economy is in "transition".BBC News - 1d -
Government’s employment reforms clash with its welfare plans
Jobs market policies could threaten the part-time vacancies that ease people back into workFinancial Times - 16h -
E.P.A. Plans to Close All Environmental Justice Offices
An internal memo directs the closure of offices designed to ease the heavy pollution faced by poor and minority communities.The New York Times - 7h -
National analysis finds America's butterflies are disappearing at 'catastrophic' rate
A new study finds the number of butterflies has dropped 22% since 2000, a new study findsABC News - 6d -
E.C.B. Cuts Interest Rates Again, With an Uncertain Path Ahead
Vows by European leaders to increase borrowing to ramp up military spending have reshaped the fiscal picture that the central bank must confront.The New York Times - 6d -
First national analysis finds America's butterflies are disappearing at 'catastrophic' rate
A new study finds the number of butterflies has dropped 22% since 2000, a new study findsABC News - 5d -
Powell Says the Fed Is in No Hurry to Adjust Rates Amid Trump Policy Uncertainty
Jerome H. Powell says the Fed is focused on separating “signal from the noise,” as the president whipsaws on tariffs.The New York Times - 5d -
RFK Jr. could further deter childhood vaccinations as rates fall in the U.S.
Some health policy experts say Kennedy's early moves as HHS Secretary are concerning and suggest that he could undermine immunizations in less direct ways.CNBC - 3d -
Kugler says Fed should hold interest rates amid inflation risks
Inflation could continue to be 'persistent' and prices could potentially increase again, Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler told CNBC's Silvia Amaro.CNBC - 2d -
High rate of army dropouts pushes German forces to ‘breaking point’
Bundeswehr numbers are shrinking at a time when Berlin is pledging to do more for European defenceFinancial Times - 1d -
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects youFinancial Times - 11h -
Canada cuts rates as trade war shakes consumer and business confidence
Reduction to 2.75% comes hours after US tariffs on aluminium and steel take effectFinancial Times - 9h -
McDonald’s Customers Will Get Their Meals With a Side of AI
The Golden Arches is joining many of its fast-food rivals in rolling out AI technology it hopes will increase efficiency, ease workflows, and boost satisfaction.Inc. - 4d -
L.A. Prosecutor Says He Opposes Releasing the Menendez Brothers
Erik and Lyle Menendez still have paths to freedom. But the new district attorney is trying to roll back an effort by his predecessor to ease their punishment for killing their parents.The New York Times - 2d -
S&P 500 closes higher on soft inflation report; Nasdaq jumps 1% as traders snap up tech shares
The Nasdaq Composite rose on Wednesday after a soft inflation report eased concerns about the economy and as investors snapped up beaten-up technology shares.NBC News - 5h -
Asia-Pacific stocks rise after soft U.S. inflation report pushes two Wall Street benchmarks up
The Nasdaq Composite picked up after the soft inflation report eased concerns about a looming recession and as investors snapped up technology shares.CNBC - 1h