Inflation
The divide in Iran's protests: Why ethnic minorities are not taking to the streets - opinion
Most Iranian ethnic minorities disdain both Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and the MEK, who have been calling for protests. However, that does not mean that they still should not join.
Iran on the brink: Could 47 years of oppression finally end? - opinion
Bank of Israel cuts key rate by .25 percent after Gaza ceasefire
Global Instability, Not Inflation, is the Core Catalyst for Precious Metals
Bank of Israel keeps interest rate steady at 4.75% amidst inflation concerns
There’s still no telling when the interest rate will decline, experts note.
Despite CPI rise by 0.3%, the future of Israel’s inflation is uncertain
While a potential slowdown in economic activity is expected, the notable wage increases and shekel devaluation are set to have serious repercussions on the Israeli inflation rate.
Burger King says tomatoes on 'vacation' as India battles food inflation
"Even tomatoes need a vacation...we are unable to add tomatoes to our food," read notices posted at two Burger King India outlets.
Wages in Israel have increased since last year — and that’s bad
Higher nominal wages indicate continuing inflation within Israel, which could lead to further counter-inflationary action from the Bank of Israel.
Bank of Israel warns: Economy at risk, judicial reform to blame
According to the BoI’s latest report, judicial reform and inflation rate adjustments are the primary factors that can significantly impact Israel’s risk premium.
Israel’s June CPI: Are Bank of Israel’s counter-inflation measures paying off?
A stationary CPI may be a signal that the bank’s efforts to mitigate inflation are working — assuming the shekel and Israel’s political stability don’t crumble.
Traders hold for US data as China disinflation risk drags
US consumer prices are expected on Wednesday to show headline inflation slowed to its lowest since early 2021 at 3.1%, down from 9.1% a year earlier.
Bank of Israel decides not to raise interest rate, for now
Bank of Israel governor: "We are still in an environment of great uncertainty."
Israeli watchdog seeks data from banks in interest rate probe
Israel's aggressive policy-tightening cycle has sparked anger among its citizens as mortgage, loan payments and the cost of living have soared, with inflation staying around 5%.
Germany enters recession after economy contracts slightly in first quarter
The first estimate had shown GDP stagnating in the first quarter and Germany skirting a recession. However, it contracted following a contraction in 2022.
