Economy
French Inflation Jumps to 2.4%, Bolstering ECB Rate Hike Prospects
French inflation unexpectedly accelerated to 2.4% in July, driven by services and energy, strengthening the case for a European Central Bank interest-rate...
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Economy
US Growth Slows to 1.5% in Q2 Despite Consumer Spending Surge
The US economy unexpectedly slowed to an annual growth rate of 1.5% in the second quarter, down from 2.1%, defying analyst forecasts....
Economy
US Jobless Claims Rise to 197K; Layoffs Remain Low Despite Headwinds
New US jobless claims rose to 197,000 last week, but layoffs stay historically low. The labor market shows resilience even as the...
Economy
Economy Slows to 1.5% Growth, Consumers Maintain Spending Pace
The U.S. economy grew at a 1.5% annual rate in the spring, a slowdown from Q1, but consumer spending remained strong at...
Economy
Tariff Costs Mount in Michigan, Worrying Even Trump Loyalists
President Trump touts tariffs in Michigan, but rising costs and job losses contradict his claims, causing concern among some loyal supporters.
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Boot Barn Targets $2.6B FY2027 Sales, $9.23 EPS Boosted by Tariff Refunds
Boot Barn projects robust financial growth for FY2027, aiming for $2.6 billion in sales and $9.23 EPS, with $0.46 of EPS stemming...
Economy
Cooler Australian Inflation Slashes RBA Rate Hike Odds
Australia's core inflation came in cooler than anticipated last quarter, prompting money markets to slash bets on another interest-rate increase this year.
Economy
Burnham Faces £24 Billion Inflation Squeeze, NIESR Warns
UK public services face a £24 billion hit this parliamentary term due to inflation and energy costs, NIESR warns, urging Prime Minister...
Economy
Takaichi’s ¥370 Trillion Vision Faces Inflation Reality Check
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's ambitious ¥370 trillion domestic investment plan risks faltering if she fails to address immediate public angst over...