Inflation
Singapore inflation rises to 2.3% YoY amid energy, transport and AI-driven demand pressures
Consumer prices climbed in August as energy costs, transport surges and AI-driven demand contributed to a 0.6% month-on-month increase, with core inflation at 2.2%.
EU holiday package prices rise 3.2% in August, airfares slip 0.4%
Eurostat data show EU package holiday costs matched the bloc's 3.2% inflation rate in August 2026, while passenger air transport prices fell 0.4% year‑on‑year.
US inflation outlier driven by tariffs, AI memory prices
Goldman Sachs says the apparent US inflation surge stems mainly from temporary tariff effects and AI‑related memory price rises, while underlying services and labor costs remain contained.
Schweizer Inflation steigt weiter – SGKB warnt vor Basiseffekten
Die Teuerung in der Schweiz beschleunigt sich, doch Experten betonen statistische Gründe und begrenzte Risiken für eine nachhaltige Erhöhung der Preise.
Companies Rush to Assess Impact of U.S.-Canada Tariffs
President Trump's levies on an eclectic list of Canadian products have businesses scrambling to determine whether their supply chains are affected.
Swiss producer and import prices rise 0.7% in August as energy costs climb
The Federal Statistical Office reported a 0.7% month-on-month increase in the combined producer and import price index to 100.4 points, driven by higher oil and gas prices. Annual PPI remained negative at -0.7%, while the consumer price index rose to 0.8% year-on-year in August 2026.
UK Inflation Accelerates to 3.1% in August on Fuel Price Surge
Headline inflation rose from 2.9% in July as motor fuel costs jumped 23%, pushing the rate to its highest since December 2025.
UK Inflation Expected to Rise to 3.1% in August on Fuel and AI Pressure
British inflation is forecast to climb from 2.9% to 3.1%, driven by higher fuel costs and an "AI-flation" effect from chip shortages, while gilt yields hit a 2007 high.
Germany Inflation Rate Climbs to 2.9 Percent on Expensive Energy
Rising energy costs push Germany's headline inflation to 2.9 percent, while core inflation also climbs to 2.4 percent year on year.
Iran Flags Soaring Inflation, U.S. Tightens Sea Blockade and Sanctions
Iran's interior ministry called steep price rises 'worrying' as bread costs doubled in a week, while the U.S. expanded sanctions targeting Tehran's key economic sectors.
U.S. inflation outpaces wage growth in August, squeezing household budgets
Consumer prices rose 3.4% YoY in August while average hourly earnings increased 3.1%, leaving real wages down 0.1% from July and prompting shoppers to shift toward discount retailers.
Treasury Plans $6 Billion in Debt Repurchases to Battle Rising Yields
The Treasury announced a $6 billion debt repurchase program, after which bond yields rose, indicating investors were underwhelmed by the purchase size.
Eurozone Inflation Holds at 3.2% in August, May Climb Further
Eurozone inflation held at 3.2% in August despite an energy-driven spike, but economists warn secondary effects could push it past 4% by late 2027.
Global Economy Is Running Out of Wiggle Room
Many countries softened the harshest impacts of the energy shock from the war in Iran, yet prices stay high and risks are increasing.
Fed Raises Rates; Chairman Warsh Leaves Open How Much More
Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin M. Warsh said on Wednesday that the extent of future rate increases to combat inflation remains undecided.
Poverty Rate Was Stable Before Trump’s Safety Net Cuts Gained Force
The poverty rate remained stable prior to the expansion of Trump-era safety net reductions, while median household income reached a record $87,460 in 2025.
Bessent Defends Bond Market Intervention Ahead of Congressional Testimony
The Treasury secretary addressed bond market intervention efforts and proposed $5,000 dividends for Americans if Republicans take control in November.
Bessent Defends Faltering Bond Market Intervention
Bessent publicly defended a bond market intervention that appears to be losing momentum.
Here’s the latest
Further details on the latest inflation-related developments were not immediately available.
U.S. Core CPI Rises to 337.77 in August 2026
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge edged up for a second consecutive month, reflecting continued price pressures after excluding volatile food and energy components.
NEF: Rising Oil and Gas Prices Are Germany's Top Inflation Risk
A Brussels think-tank study finds a 50% rise in oil and gas prices could add 1.8 points to European inflation and recommends separate ECB rates for green investment.
China inflation accelerates to 0.8% in August, above expectations
Chinese consumer prices rose 0.8% year-on-year in August, meeting forecasts, while monthly growth of 0.4% beat analyst expectations of 0.3%.
Ukrainian central bank sees inflation near 10% in 2026 on Russian attacks
The Ukrainian central bank expects attacks and the Black Sea blockade to add 0.4-0.6 percentage points to this year's inflation and leave it around 10% by end-2026.
Proposed SEC Rules Would Limit Company Disclosures to Investors
New SEC proposals could reduce audit and disclosure requirements, lowering costs but raising concerns about hidden fraud or financial stress.
