Wholesale inflation reaches its highest point in a year as concerns about rising prices grow due to the Iran conflict.
U.S. Wholesale Prices Surge in February Wholesale prices in the U.S. for February have surpassed expectations, as reported by the Labor Department on Wednesday. The Producer Price Index (PPI), which gauges inflation in advance, showed a 0.7% rise from January and a significant 3.4% increase compared to February of last year. This year-over-year change marks […]
Australia’s central bank raises interest rates to a nearly 1-year high due to inflation concerns from the Iran war
Australia’s Central Bank Increases Benchmark Interest Rate On Tuesday, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) lifted its benchmark policy rate for the second consecutive time, now reaching 4.1%. This marks the highest point since April 2025, amid ongoing inflation concerns. The recent 25 basis point increase aligns with analyst projections from a Reuters survey. Australia’s […]
Silver Price Outlook: Increasing Oil Costs and Inflation Threats May Drive Silver Up to $300
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The inflation measure favored by the Fed indicates that prices rose before the start of the Iran war.
Inflation Trends Continue to Rise Recent inflation metrics observed by the Federal Reserve indicate a notable increase for January, reflecting a persistent uptick in prices, a trend that actually started before the conflict in Iran pushed oil and gas prices higher. The Department of Commerce reported a 2.8% rise in prices for January compared to […]
January 2026 PCE: The inflation measure preferred by the Fed stayed persistently elevated
This article about the January 2026 PCE Inflation Report is being developed and will receive updates with more information. Consumers are still grappling with rising prices, as noted in recent reports. The Department of Commerce announced on Friday that the Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) index increased by 0.3% month-over-month in January, and by 2.8% year-over-year. […]
S&P 500 futures remain steady as important inflation data nears; traders watch oil prices and the situation in Iran: Live updates
Market Update: Stock Futures and Oil Prices As traders gear up for MDA Space Inc.’s launch on the New York Stock Exchange, stock futures ticked up slightly on Thursday evening, amidst anticipation of critical inflation data. This awaited report comes at a time when rising oil prices, spurred by ongoing tensions following the Iran war, […]
February data reveals that wage increases surpass inflation.
Economic Update: Wages and Job Market Insights Kevin Hassett, the Director of the National Economic Council, shared his favorable view on President Trump’s recent State of the Union address during a segment on Kudlow. The latest employment report from the Department of Labor reveals that wage increases for American workers are outpacing inflation significantly. According […]
Central bank watches effects of Iran conflict on inflation as oil prices rise
Update on Rising Oil Prices amid Iran Conflict In light of recent events, the Federal Reserve is facing challenges due to rising energy prices, which have surged following escalations in the conflict with Iran. This situation raises concerns about its effects on inflation and consumer costs. At one point, oil prices spiked over $100 per […]
Inflation remained stable in February, but the war in Iran could rise prices again.
Even though inflation seemed stable in February before the war with Iran, there’s concern among economists that the conflict might lead to an energy crisis, which could complicate the Federal Reserve’s plans to lower interest rates. The Consumer Price Index climbed 2.4% in February compared to the previous year, matching January’s rate of increase, as […]
February 2026 CPI: Inflation stayed consistent while still exceeding the Fed’s goal
Inflation remained elevated in February as consumer prices continued to surpass the Federal Reserve’s target interest rate, which sparked concerns about affordability among policymakers. On Wednesday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which tracks the prices of everyday items like gasoline, groceries, and rent, increased by 0.3% month-over-month […]