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Analysis: Hot CPI puts Kevin Warsh’s Fed credibility on the line before rate decision
August CPI data leave Kevin Warsh to choose between acting on his inflation warnings or risking new doubts about his control of the central bank.
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Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
Stocks are still looking at a higher open after consumer inflation, excluding food and energy prices, came in hotter than expected.
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Consumer prices rose 0.4% in August, as expected; core inflation was higher than estimated
The all-items consumer price index was expected to rise 0.4% in August, with core, excluding food and energy, showing a 0.2% gain, according to the Dow Jon
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The oil shock is testing private credit borrowers already burdened by high debt costs
Oil near $100 could further squeeze leveraged private credit borrowers as investors weigh the risk that inflation could push interest rates higher again.
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U.S. diesel price tops $6 per gallon, a record high as Ukraine and Iran wars ripple through economy
U.S. diesel prices hit their highest level ever as fuel supply disruption stemming from the Ukraine and Iran wars lifts transportation costs.
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Further European rate hikes 'very much dependent' on energy costs, Bundesbank chief said
Joachim Nagel told CNBC that a potential move in rates into restrictive territory was "very much dependent on how the energy prices evolve."
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UK economy grows at fastest pace since February 2025 on possible AI boost - Reuters
UK economy grows at fastest pace since February 2025 on possible AI boost Reuters
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Friday's CPI inflation report is even more important than usual. Here's what to expect
The Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the August consumer price index report at 8:30 a.m.
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The likelihood of a Fed interest rate hike next week just got a lot higher
Traders pushed chances for a rate increase to 70% in morning action.
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VIEW ECB hikes rates as Iran war adds to inflation angst - Reuters
VIEW ECB hikes rates as Iran war adds to inflation angst Reuters
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Treasury yields move higher as investors await key wholesale inflation data
BTI explains what Treasury yields move higher as investors await key wholesale inflation data means for investors, market risk and key watch points. ^TNX
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'Fear gauge' VIX is starting to attract hedges into historically volatile part of calendar
Big moves in Treasury yields over the past couple of months have led to a renewed focus on the CBOE Volatility Index and the Merrill Lynch Option Volatilit
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An ECB rate hike is ‘all but certain’ — but investors divided on what comes next
The central bank is contending with rising prices, the consequences of the U.S.-Iran war, and surging government borrowing costs.
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Gold edges higher on weaker dollar, US inflation data in focus - Reuters
Gold edges higher on weaker dollar, US inflation data in focus Reuters
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ECB set to hike as Iran war fuels fresh inflation fears - Reuters
ECB set to hike as Iran war fuels fresh inflation fears Reuters
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ECB set to hike as Iran war fuels fresh inflation fears - Reuters
BTI explains what ECB set to hike as Iran war fuels fresh inflation fears - Reuters means for investors, market risk and key watch points. ^TNX
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Trump pushes Fed for lower rates, but consumers may be better off with a hike, experts say
As the Trump administration ramps up pressure on the Federal Reserve, consumers may be better served if senior officials back off, experts say.
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Demand for riskier mortgages rises again, along with interest rates
Mortgage rates continue to climb, so more borrowers are turning to adjustable rate mortgages, which offer lower interest rates comparatively.
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UK food price inflation to rise above 6% next year, industry says - Reuters
UK food price inflation to rise above 6% next year, industry says Reuters
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UK food price inflation to rise above 6% next year, industry says - Reuters
UK food price inflation to rise above 6% next year, industry says Reuters
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G10’s ‘surprise’ currency star could stumble as peers hike interest rates
BTI explains what G10’s ‘surprise’ currency star could stumble as peers hike interest rates means for investors, market risk and key watch points. ^TNX
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Oil, Treasury yields turn higher as stocks falter - Reuters
Oil, Treasury yields turn higher as stocks falter Reuters
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China's wholesale inflation tops estimates in August on commodity costs, tech demand as consumer price increases meet forecast
BTI explains what China's wholesale inflation tops estimates in August on commodity costs, tech demand as consumer price increases meet forecast
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Wall Street slides, oil surges amid worries over inflation, Middle East - Reuters
BTI explains what Wall Street slides, oil surges amid worries over inflation, Middle East - Reuters means for investors, market risk and key watch points.
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UK borrows at highest interest rate since 1998, showing pressure on public finances - Reuters
BTI explains what UK borrows at highest interest rate since 1998, showing pressure on public finances - Reuters means for investors, market risk and key
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Bank of England to hold rates, show patience with war-driven inflation: Reuters poll - Reuters
Bank of England to hold rates, show patience with war-driven inflation: Reuters poll Reuters
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South African economy shrinks in second quarter, dragged down by Iran war - Reuters
South African economy shrinks in second quarter, dragged down by Iran war Reuters
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China's imports in August miss estimates as calls for rebalancing trade grow
BTI explains what China's imports in August miss estimates as calls for rebalancing trade grow means for investors, market risk and key watch points.
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Indian central bank extends intervention streak to support rupee, traders say - Reuters
BTI explains what Indian central bank extends intervention streak to support rupee, traders say - Reuters means for investors, market risk and key watch
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China's imports in August miss estimates as exports pick up pace amid calls for rebalancing trade
China's exports and imports gathered momentum in August, as the world's second-largest economy faces mounting pressure to rebalance trade.