Economy
Inflation: What March’s 3.3% Price Rise Means for You
March saw prices increase by 3.3%. BBC's Colletta Smith breaks down what this means for consumers and the broader economy.
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Economy
Minister: Price Hikes to Persist Eight Months Post-Iran War
UK faces prolonged price rises for energy, food, and flights for at least eight months following the end of the US-Iran conflict,...
Economy
March Retail Sales Climb 1.7% Amid War, Trump’s Economic Approval Dips to 30%
U.S. retail sales surged 1.7% in March, largely driven by a spike in gas prices from the Iran war, while President Trump's...
Economy
Stock Market Soars as Consumer Mood Sinks: Not a Paradox
The S&P 500 hits all-time highs while consumer sentiment plummets. This apparent contradiction is explained by equity ownership disparity and market-cap weighting.
Finance
US Mortgage Rates Decline for Third Consecutive Week
Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates have fallen for the third week in a row, reaching 6.23%. This easing of borrowing costs coincides...
Finance
Hungary’s New Cabinet Eyes Tax Cuts, Bank Relationship Repair
Hungary's premier-elect Peter Magyar's incoming cabinet plans to cut taxes for low earners and is initiating talks to mend strained relations with...
Economy
Minnesota CEO Details Tariff Refund Application Process
A Minnesota-based baby products manufacturer's CEO recounts the complex journey of seeking a refund for tariffs imposed during the Trump administration.
Finance
Bangladesh Pushes IMF on Key Reforms for $5.5 Billion Loan Balance
Bangladesh's Finance Minister met with IMF officials in Washington to continue negotiations on key reforms tied to the balance of a $5.5...
Economy
US Jobless Claims Dip as Layoffs Remain Subdued
U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week, signaling continued low layoff rates amidst global economic uncertainty.