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The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

After three years in which the economy suffered from Covid effects, I am sorry to say that 2023 will not be the year of economic recovery as everyone had hoped. The global economy will still be plagued by inflation threats and several adverse factors such as excessive debt and the…

Bangkok Post

US bars entry for those who ‘undermine’ Nigeria’s upcoming polls

February 25 elections, which will determine Nigeria’s president, come amid inflation and widespread insecurity.

Al Jazeera

Inflation has hit 7.8% over the past year – so why aren’t Australians running for the hills?

Despite the highest inflation growth in 32 years, the figures suggest a peak has likely been reached

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3 Home Improvement Stocks to Spruce up Your Portfolio in 2023

Driven by rapid urbanization and stable consumer spending, the home improvement industry’s prospects look promising. Furthermore, easing inflation data for December is expected to bode well for the industry. Hence, quality home improvement stocks Lowe's Companies (LOW), Sherwin-Williams (SHW), and Bassett Furniture Industries (BSET) could be ideal additions to your…

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Small print shows the impact of inflation isn’t 7.2% but a massive 8.7%

Stats NZ publishes a figure for consumers price index plus interest payments, that undermines Government's claim that 'inflation has peaked'. Jonathan Milne reports.

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The 5 Best Actively Managed Fidelity Funds to Buy and Hold

Sometimes it's best to leave the driving to the pros – and these actively managed Fidelity funds do just that, at low costs to boot.

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Interest rate hikes: The Bank of Canada's 'resolute' fight against inflation could threaten its credibility

The Bank of Canada “resolutely” declared it will fight inflation by raising interest rates. To demonstrate its unwavering commitment to reaching the bank’s two per cent inflation target, today’s eighth consecutive interest rate hike brings the policy rate to 4.5 per cent. The bank expects to hold the rate for…

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Hefty pay rises required to beat inflation

The soaring cost of living is leaving wages for dust, with workers needing generous pay rises to outpace inflation.

AAP

3 Stable Stocks to Buy This Week for Under $50

Despite the headline inflation cooling down, the Fed will likely continue raising interest rates to meet its inflation target. Moreover, S&P 500 earnings are estimated to have declined in the last quarter. Amid the uncertainties, investors should consider buying fundamentally strong and stable stocks Daikin Industries (DKILY), Takeda (TAK), and…

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3 Health Care Stocks to Buy During Times of Uncertainty

The healthcare industry usually holds up well in times of uncertainty, thanks to the inelastic demand for their products and services. As macroeconomic uncertainties related to the high inflation and a potential recession remain, quality stocks Humana (HUM), NextGen Healthcare (NXGN), and InfuSystem (INFU) might be ideal buys now. Keep…

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Drop in UK growth forecast limits chancellor’s budget wriggle room

OBR tells Jeremy Hunt he will have £9bn less income to factor amid falling tax receiptstax receipts

The Guardian - UK

Gov’t mismanagement, external pressures as Arab currencies crash

Several Arab countries outside the Gulf have seen currency devaluation and rising inflation.

Al Jazeera

The job with inflation-beating pay increases but still struggling to recruit staff

Pay is not the only way that Carmarthenshire Council is trying to recruit much-needed carers

Wales Online

Inflation peak to cause even higher mortgage bills in early 2023, economists say

Australian homeowners are being warned to brace for at least two more interest rate hikes in early 2023 after fresh inflation figures.

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BoT delivers another quarter-point rate hike

The Bank of Thailand raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points for a fourth consecutive meeting on Wednesday, as it attempts to curb high inflation even as the return of Chinese tourists brightens the country’s economic growth prospects.

The Independent UK

Asia shares trading mixed, China markets closed for holidays

Asian shares are trading mixed after Wall Street indexes finished little changed, as investors awaited earnings results from major global companies

The Conversation

Food shortages: five ways to fix 'unfair' supply chains

UK food prices soared by more than 16% in 2022 as record inflation pushed up the prices of everything from bread to beans.

Reuters

New Zealand's top PM contender wants to change central bank mandate, Ardern's policies

New Zealand's main opposition party leader and top prime ministerial contender, Christopher Luxon, wants to change the central bank's mandate and reverse some of former leader Jacinda Ardern's polices if he is elected.

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The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Inflation may have peaked at 7.8%; new PM in NZ; and South Australians eating endangered flake

Economists say the RBA will likely continue to hike rates in the short term despite inflation reaching peak

The Conversation

With inflation still rising, the RBA will almost certainly lift interest rates in February

Interest rates are almost certain to rise again in February, after the latest Consumer Price Index figures showing inflation hit 7.8% in 2022 – its highest rate in 33 years.

Bangkok Post

Baht down ahead of policy decision

Asian emerging markets trickled back to life on Wednesday after the Lunar New Year holiday, with the baht dipping ahead of a central bank policy rate decision, while Singapore shares hit a near nine-month high ahead of inflation data.

Businessweek

Is a US Recession Near? Making the Call Is Trickier Than Ever

Traditional economic indicators can’t predict the timing of a downturn, but newer forecasting methods are untested.

Daily Record

Ghost shopping centre plan for eight-screen cinema and restaurants could be delayed

The people behind the proposals have revealed that "huge inflation" in construction costs and interest rate rises, could put back the start of the redevelopment, which was due to begin in 2023.

The New Daily

Inflation data ‘unacceptably high’: Jim Chalmers

Australia's annual inflation rate has risen to a three decade high over the December quarter amid soaring power and grocery bills.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s annual inflation hits 7.8% driven partly by surging electricity prices

CPI rose by 1.9% in the December quarter driven by surging electricity prices and the cost of holiday travel and accommodation

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