Inflation/Price level

Japan’s nominal wages rise at fastest pace in about 30 years

A persistent labour shortage has been a major driver of Japan’s recent wage gains.

Blue tsunami wipes out US$2.5 trillion from NASDAQ, as investors fret about AI trade

The Nasdaq Composite is now in correction territory, having lost nearly 12% from its record close on Oct 6.

Bank of England raises rates for first time since 2023, says more may come

The Bank of England warned that at least one more increase was likely if the US-Iran conflict continues.

Petrol prices drive highest Philippine inflation in years

The latest figures bring the inflation rate in Philippines for 2026 to 5.6%, well above the government target of 2-4%.

Trump’s grip on power on the line as America votes

Voters casting their ballots in Kennebunk, Maine on Nov 3.

American voters in a sour economic mood heading into midterm elections

Voters cast their ballots, with soaring gas and food prices and utility bills likely influencing their decision.

Big Oil scores US$56b windfall on war-driven refining spike

Shell and four other oil companies all surpassed third-quarter estimates, driven by an unprecedented fuel-supply crisis.

Bank of Japan declares victory in hitting price target, signals near-term hikes

BOJ’s governor Kazuo Ueda says it will debate rates at each meeting, mindful that its policy has entered the new phase focused on inflation risks.

French economy unexpectedly shrinks in third quarter as headwinds strengthen

France’s weak performance is a worrying sign for the euro area’s second-largest economy.

Why the US economy looks strong but feels bad to many

Since the end of 2019, overall consumer prices in the US are up by about 30%. Groceries are 32% more expensive.

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