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India's May CPI Hits 3.93% as Food and Fuel Risks Resurface
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India's May CPI Hits 3.93% as Food and Fuel Risks Resurface
India's CPI accelerated to 3.93% in May, staying just under the RBI's 4% target, as food and fuel risks return amid mons
UK GDP Contracts 0.1% in April as Services Sector Drags on Growth
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UK GDP Contracts 0.1% in April as Services Sector Drags on Growth
The UK economy contracted 0.1% in April, reversing March's 0.3% gain, as services output declined 0.2%. Rising energy co
ECB Hikes Rates to 2.25% as Middle East Conflict Drives Inflation Above 3%
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ECB Hikes Rates to 2.25% as Middle East Conflict Drives Inflation Above 3%
The ECB raised its benchmark deposit rate to 2.25% on Thursday, citing Middle East conflict-driven energy costs pushing
US Producer Prices Surge 6.5% Annually, Fastest Since November 2022
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US Producer Prices Surge 6.5% Annually, Fastest Since November 2022
US wholesale inflation accelerated to 6.5% annually in May, the fastest pace since November 2022, driven by a surge in e
US Inflation Hits 4.2% in May as Energy Costs Surge, Core Prices Stay Moderate
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US Inflation Hits 4.2% in May as Energy Costs Surge, Core Prices Stay Moderate
US inflation accelerated to 4.2% annually in May, the highest in over three years, as energy prices surged 3.9% month-ov
France Retains Top FDI Spot in Europe with 852 Projects in 2025, EY Survey Shows
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France Retains Top FDI Spot in Europe with 852 Projects in 2025, EY Survey Shows
France secured 852 foreign investment projects in 2025, retaining its lead over the UK (730) and Germany (548), even as
IMF Opens Door to Venezuela Financial Program Pending Data and Reform Milestones
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IMF Opens Door to Venezuela Financial Program Pending Data and Reform Milestones
The International Monetary Fund has resumed formal engagement with Venezuela, indicating a future financial program is p
Canton Fair Signals Export Strain as Commodity Costs Rise and Demand Cools
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Canton Fair Signals Export Strain as Commodity Costs Rise and Demand Cools
China's premier Canton Fair highlights mounting challenges for exporters, including surging commodity costs, price-sensi
Fed's Miran Reduces Rate Cut Projections Amid Persistent Inflation, Energy Price Surge
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Fed's Miran Reduces Rate Cut Projections Amid Persistent Inflation, Energy Price Surge
Federal Reserve official Stephen Miran, known for dovish views, indicates a more cautious stance on rate cuts due to per
IMF Urges Japan to Tighten Monetary Policy and Curb Broad Fiscal Spending
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IMF Urges Japan to Tighten Monetary Policy and Curb Broad Fiscal Spending
IMF recommends Japan gradually raise rates and target fiscal support, as domestic economy shows resilience. BOJ meeting
US Jobless Claims Drop to 207,000, Signaling Labor Market Stability
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US Jobless Claims Drop to 207,000, Signaling Labor Market Stability
New US jobless claims fell to 207,000 last week, indicating ongoing labor market resilience. However, hiring remains cau
UK GDP Surges 0.5% in February, But Energy Shock Threatens Momentum
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UK GDP Surges 0.5% in February, But Energy Shock Threatens Momentum
UK GDP expanded 0.5% in February, far exceeding expectations of 0.1%, driven by broad-based gains across services, produ