Lending may have slowed 'faster than necessary' in Russia's inflation fight, says central-bank official
Bank interest rates on deposits and loans rose much higher than the central bank's key rate, causing a slowdown in lending activity.
Russia's inflation reaches 9.5% this year, weekly data shows
Russia's inflation has reached 9.5% this year, according to new weekly data showing that the consumer price index rose by 0.33% in the week leading up to Dec. 23, the statistical agency Rosstat reported on Wednesday.
Inflation was the cause, not the result, of the ‘hot’ labor market, research shows
Back in 2022, when the labor market was so hot that Beyoncé even released a song about it, Americans were job hopping in large numbers, boosting their salary in the process.
Fed's Inflation Gauge Shows Easing Price Pressures in November
Inflation in the U.S. showed signs of cooling in November as price increases slowed sharply after two months of gains.
The Fed’s go-to inflation gauge ticked up less than expected last month
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge moved slightly higher in November — but not as much as economists were expecting, an indication that price hikes aren’t accelerating in a worrisome fashion.
Inflation, elections and war dominated 2024
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Fed’s Preferred Inflation Metric Better Than Expected As Wavering Over Interest Rate Cuts Spooks Markets
The report comes two days after the Federal Reserve moved up its 2025 inflation projection and moved down its 2025 rate cut forecast, concerning Wall Street.
Brazil Analysts See Key Rate at 15% in June, More Inflation
Brazil economists raised their forecasts for inflation and borrowing costs in 2025 after central bankers reinforced their commitment to extend jumbo interest rate hikes into early next year.
The Federal Reserve Admits They Think Inflation Is About To Go Up
The December 2024 economic projections from the central bank show significant changes from the September figures. They indicate rising inflation and potential impact.
The Fed's Favorite Measure Of Inflation Was Surprisingly Tame In November
Inflation reaccelerated in November by the measure preferred by policymakers at the Federal Reserve, but not as much as forecasters had expected.
PCN: Interest Rates And Inflation Likely To Pressure Bonds And Bond Funds
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Mexico Inflation Slows Less Than Expected as Banxico Cuts Rates
Mexico’s annual inflation slowed slightly less than expected in early December as the central bank extends its interest rate cuts.