Inflation
Scott Bessent Accuses China of Flooding World with Cheap Exports at G20
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said China is flooding the world with cheap exports during a G20 meeting.
Dutch Central Bank Cuts Gold Reserves in U.S. Amid Geopolitical Unrest
The Netherlands moved some 90 tons of gold from the New York Federal Reserve, citing geopolitical unrest, becoming the second European nation this year to reduce U.S. gold holdings.
Jobs report may affect shaky bond market
A forthcoming jobs report could influence the currently unstable bond market.
Job market outlook for 2035 shows rise in nurses, decline in secretaries
A projection suggests the 2035 employment landscape will feature increased demand for nurses and reduced demand for secretaries.
Robust Hiring Reinforces Strength of the U.S. Economy
Employers added 162,000 jobs and unemployment held at 4.1% last month, suggesting stability despite high inflation.
Trump Threatens to Halt Trade With Deficit Nations Unless Fed Cuts Rates
President Donald Trump said he could stop trade with countries where the U.S. runs a deficit if the central bank does not lower rates.
What to know about the report
A new inflation report has been released, though details are currently limited.
U.S. 30-year mortgage rate hits highest since July 2025 at 6.71%
Average rate rises 5 basis points week-on-week as energy-driven inflation pressures persist. Freddie Mac data shows mortgage costs climbing amid broader economic uncertainty.
Swiss inflation accelerates to 0.8% in August on energy price gains
August CPI rose from 0.4% in July, driven by higher energy and rental costs, reversing months of cooling price growth.
Swiss inflation rises to 0.8% in August on energy cost surge
Consumer prices increased from 0.4% in July, driven by higher gasoline, diesel and heating oil costs amid Middle East tensions. Residential rents also climbed.
U.S. debt tops $40 trillion under Trump amid rising borrowing costs
National debt surpasses $40 trillion in Trump's second term as tax cuts and spending outpace revenue growth, with yields on U.S. bonds near two-decade highs.
Swiss couples face trade-offs in delaying state pension claims
Delaying Swiss AHV pension claims can boost payouts by up to 31.5%, but married couples face unique constraints due to the 150% cap on combined benefits.
U.S. inflation remains stubbornly above Fed target ahead of Warsh speech
July data shows consumer prices rising at a 3.7% annual pace, defying the Fed's 2% target. Markets price in a September rate hike as policymakers debate the inflation outlook.
Brazil formal job creation slows sharply in July, misses forecasts
Net formal employment gains fell to 58,568 in July, the weakest monthly increase of 2024 and below all economist estimates. Year-to-date hiring lags 21% behind 2023 pace.
South Korea inflation rises 3.1% in August, below forecasts
Consumer prices accelerated from July but missed expectations as energy and telecom costs remained elevated. Core inflation climbed to 3.4%.
Sweden producer prices rise 0.1% in July, annual gain slows to 6.4%
Swedish producer prices increased 0.1% month-on-month in July, following June's identical rise, while the annual rate eased to 6.4% from 7.4%.
U.S. inflation cools market sentiment ahead of Jackson Hole
July PCE data shows sticky prices, stocks mixed as dollar strengthens and copper hits record high. Fed’s Warsh speech awaited.
German inflation rises to 2.9% in August, below expectations
German consumer prices rose 2.9% year-on-year in August, up from 2.8% in July but below the 3.1% forecast. Energy inflation accelerated to 10.5% amid regional supply pressures.
German inflation rises to 2.9% in August as energy costs surge
Consumer prices accelerated on higher energy costs, exceeding analyst estimates, while core inflation held steady. Euro zone data due Tuesday may show a similar trend.
German inflation rises to 2.9% in August, nearing 3% mark
Consumer prices in Germany accelerated for a second straight month in August, driven by energy costs amid Middle East supply risks. Economists expect further upward pressure on core inflation.
Brazil’s Focus survey shows lower inflation, growth forecasts for 2026
Weekly central bank survey of economists cuts 2026 GDP and inflation expectations as Selic rate cut expectations firm for September. USD/BRL outlook remains steady.
German inflation rises to 2.9% on energy, low Rhine water
Consumer prices in Germany accelerated in August, driven by surging energy costs and disruptions to shipping on the Rhine due to drought. Core inflation held steady at 2.4%.
Australia's July inflation exceeds forecasts, raises rate hike odds
Consumer prices rose 3.5% year-on-year in July, outpacing projections and keeping pressure on the Reserve Bank of Australia to tighten policy. Markets now price a 27% chance of a hike in September.
Australia's July inflation exceeds forecasts, fuels RBA rate hike bets
Consumer prices rose 1.0% month-on-month, outpacing expectations and keeping annual inflation at 3.5%. Traders boost September rate hike odds to 38% amid rising core pressures.
