Tokyo core inflation accelerates in August, nears BOJ target
Core consumer prices in Tokyo rose 1.8% in August from a year earlier, data showed on Friday, creeping up towards the central bank's 2% target, in a sign of
August 28, 2026Core consumer prices in Tokyo rose 1.8% in August from a year earlier, data showed on Friday, creeping up towards the central bank's 2% target, in a sign of
August 28, 2026
Another bumper earnings report and outlook from chipmaking giant Nvidia boosted tech stocks on Thursday, which was enough to lift the benchmark
August 28, 2026
Cosmetics retailer Ulta Beauty raised its annual sales and profit forecasts on Thursday, betting that marketing and product assortment
August 28, 2026
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August 27, 2026
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits for the first time fell for a second week while the overall number of people on jobless relief rolls slid to the
August 27, 2026
Brazil's current account deficit widened far more than expected in July, central bank data showed on Thursday, reaching its largest shortfall for the month in seven years
August 27, 2026
Whatever doubts people may have about AI demand, Nvidia's results certainly don't show it.
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Investors do not fully price in a quarter-point rate hike by the Bank of England until its February 2027 meeting, market prices showed on Thursday as bond yields extended a
August 27, 2026
U.S. stock index futures moved slightly lower on Wednesday as investors digested fresh economic data for clues on the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path.
August 26, 2026
The dollar advanced on Wednesday after a batch of U.S. economic data, including a reading on inflation, that slightly pushed up expectations for a
August 26, 2026
Folgers coffee maker J.M. Smucker on Wednesday forecast a smaller-than-expected decline in annual sales, benefitting from steady demand for its ready-to-eat meals and coffee.
August 26, 2026
European Central Bank policymakers are ready to raise interest rates at their next meeting in September to contain the side-effects of the Iran war but they have little
August 26, 2026
U.S. consumer confidence fell in August to its lowest in seven months as households' outlooks for the labor market and inflation worsened, a survey showed on Tuesday.
August 25, 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced a new round of sanctions aimed at Iran
August 24, 2026
Britain is showing surprising signs of strength among businesses and consumers, in an early boost for new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, despite the
August 21, 2026
Global bond yields are surging. Here’s why it matters
August 22, 2026
Artificial intelligence can push inflation higher in the short term although the overall effect of the technology remains unclear, Swiss National Bank governing board member
August 21, 2026
Tehran’s grocery stores are well-stocked, but many Iranian families can barely afford the basics
August 21, 2026
Euro zone business activity is growing at its fastest pace this year thanks to stronger new orders, particularly in manufacturing, and renewed export growth,
August 21, 2026
The U.S.
August 21, 2026
European markets are back in favour, thanks to the economy weathering the Iran war better than anticipated, a clearer
August 21, 2026
That didn't last long.
August 21, 2026
The U.S.
August 20, 2026
U.S. government bonds sold off again following a brief reprieve on Thursday, pushing yields higher and keeping stocks under pressure as investors
August 20, 2026