Economy
French Education Budget Boost Fails Inflation Test
France's education ministry receives a budget increase, but critics warn it falls short of inflation, potentially diminishing real spending power amidst student...
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Investing
Social Security Benefits Rise 3.6% Next Year Amid Inflation Concerns
Social Security recipients will see a 3.6% benefit increase next year, aimed at combating inflation. However, some argue this adjustment may not...
Economy
September Inflation Sizzles at 3.7%; Social Security Benefits Rise 3.6%
Consumer prices surged 3.7% in September, prompting a 3.6% increase in Social Security benefits for next year, offering an average $75 monthly...
Economy
US Inflation Hits 3.7% as Gas, Semiconductors Push Prices Higher
U.S. inflation accelerated to 3.7% last month, driven by rising gas prices, air fares, and semiconductor costs, posing an ongoing economic challenge.
Markets
European Stocks Face Subdued Open Thursday
European shares are expected to open on a tepid note this Thursday, driven by investor concerns over inflation, interest rates, and escalating...
Stocks
Stocks Plunge Worst Day Since July on Rate Hike Fears
U.S. stocks saw their sharpest decline since July on Wednesday, driven by inflation data and expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes....
Markets
Gold Extends Losses on Fed Rate Hike Prospects
Gold prices fell for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, driven by investor speculation regarding another Federal Reserve interest-rate increase before year-end.
Stocks
Retail Giants, Fed Minutes Shape Wall Street’s Economic View
Home Depot and Walmart earnings, alongside Federal Reserve meeting minutes, will offer critical insights into consumer spending and interest rate policy this...
Economy
Treasury Warns 0.3% UK Growth in 2027 Amid Iran War Threat
Internal Treasury modelling warns Prime Minister Andy Burnham that UK GDP growth could plummet to 0.3% in 2027 if Middle East conflict...