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Reserve Bank hikes interest rates in May despite slowing inflation

The RBA has dashed hopes of another pause in interest rates, resuming hikes in May amid fears inflation - though slowing - is still too high.

The New Daily

Woolworths says food inflation ‘frustratingly elevated’

The Woolworths Group says shelf prices rose by 5.8 per cent in the third quarter, a moderation from their 7.7 per cent increase in the previous quarter.

The New Daily

Food inflation strikes another record high but clothing price rises ease

The latest BRC-NielsenIQ shop price index shows food prices soared by 15.7%, the highest on record, in April.

The Independent UK

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Thai M&A set to surge

Thailand's merger and acquisition (M&A) volume and value should improve in the second half of 2023, according to PwC Thailand, after many businesses paused M&A activities because of economic conditions, inflation and geopolitical risks.

Bangkok Post

First Republic Bank Fails As Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers Warns The Consequences To Come

The failed bank was taken over by the FDIC and taken over by JPMorgan Chase A Month After Received A $30 billion deposit

Zenger

Analysts predict RBA will leave cash rate at 3.6% for second consecutive month

But CBA, the nation’s largest mortgage lender, thinks a rise to 3.85% is likely before cuts start in November

The Guardian - AU

Fed is set to raise rates yet again. After that, then what?

The Federal Reserve is on track to raise its benchmark interest rate for the 10th time Wednesday, the latest step in its yearlong effort to curb inflation with the fastest pace of hikes in four decades

The Independent UK

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Australians have been scared off loans – and that’s exactly what the RBA wants

The majority of Aussies have been spooked off of loans and have lost faith in the decisions of the RBA, research shows.

The New Daily

The key DWP benefit payments and money changes kicking in from today

The changes could make a big difference to your finances

Wales Online

Report: What Teachers Make in Every State

New research from the National Education Association shows that while average teacher pay has increased, it is not keeping pace with inflation.

Tech&Learning

2 Rotten Stocks to Sell Now Before They Spoil More

Given the uncertain macroeconomic climate and persistent inflation, fundamentally weak food stocks BRC (BRCC) and Save Foods (SVFD) are expected to remain under pressure. Therefore, it could be best to steer clear of these stocks. Keep reading.

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All the DWP and other money changes you need to know about in May

Energy bills, benefit payments and even supermarket delivery costs are all set to change

Liverpool Echo

‘Not enough’: Hong Kong’s low-paid get $0.32 minimum wage bump

Increase of 6.25 percent after four-year freeze draws criticism from social welfare groups.

Al Jazeera

UK business confidence increases for fifth month in a row, survey shows

Institute of Directors index returns to levels last seen just before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022

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The Guardian - AU

Priced out: how Australians are being hit by the soaring cost of food

For those living on the margins, the rising cost of essentials means less meals or less choices – there’s no more fat to trim

The Conversation

Basic income could help create a more just and sustainable food system

Canada’s food system is experiencing ongoing stresses from supply chain disruptions, price inflation and extreme weather events. Canadians are feeling the effects of these stresses: in 2021, nearly 16 per cent of provincial households experienced some degree of food insecurity.

The Hindu

Data | World’s largest producer of milk hits a dry patch

Milk prices are ruling high as supply is constrained by lumpy skin disease and high fodder costs

The New Daily

‘Line ball’: Experts split as RBA mulls pivotal interest rates call amid rising mortgage stress

Experts are split on whether the Reserve Bank will return to hiking interest rates at its May meeting this week.

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The Guardian - UK

The Bank of England was right, inflation has made us poorer. But whose fault is it?

Central banks are keen to blame the surge in inflation on anyone but central banks

Asharq Al-Awsat

World Bank: Lebanon Tops World’s Food Price Inflation Rate

In its latest reports on food security around the world, the World Bank said that Lebanon recorded the highest nominal food price inflation rate in the world during the February 2022 – February 2023 period. The country registered 261% annual change in the food Consumer Price Index (CPI), followed by…

Kiplinger

Save Big By Going Green At Home

New legislation is packed with tax breaks for homeowners who upgrade to energy-efficient systems and appliances. Bonus: You’ll slash your utility bills.

The Independent UK

Facing revolt, GOP spares ethanol in drive to cut spending

House Republicans are touting their debt limit package as a first step toward fiscal restraint

Bangkok Post

Consumers hold recession fears at bay

Heightened worries about the strength of consumers and the global economy have been put on hold -- at least for now -- after some of the world's best-known companies delivered a slew of better-than expected numbers.

The Independent UK

Pay rise comes for New Yorkers, but some chafe at compromise

A deal to raise the minimum wage in New York will keep the state on the list of places with the highest base pay for low-paid workers

Barchart

Strong Earnings Results Boost Stocks

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Friday closed up +0.83%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.80%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.65%. Stock indexes Friday posted moderate gains, with the S&P...

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