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5 world market themes for the week ahead

Global markets are keenly watching U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks and the Strait of Hormuz, alongside crucial U.S. jobs data and euro zone inflation figures. India's rupee faces pressure, while Colombia heads to the polls. Meanwhile, the AI-driven tech sector continues its impressive growth, adding new trillion-dollar companies.

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Yum Brands in exclusive talks to sell Pizza Hut to LongRange Capital, source says

Yum Brands is reportedly in exclusive talks with private-equity firm LongRange Capital for a potential sale of its Pizza Hut chain. This move comes as the fast-food industry faces sustained demand weakness, rising inflation, and declining consumer sentiment. Pizza Hut has struggled to keep pace with other Yum Brands units,…

The Economic Times

Wall Street Week Ahead: Jobs report on tap for soaring US stocks as rate path, bond yields eyed as risks

Indian markets are watching US economic indicators next week. Investors are concerned about rising inflation and potential interest rate hikes. The upcoming jobs report and Broadcom's earnings will be crucial. These events could impact the ongoing rally in US stocks. Market participants are closely monitoring these developments for future investment…

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US seized $1 billion in Iranian crypto, Scott Bessent says; claims Tehran facing financial crisis

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the seizure of approximately $1 billion in Iranian cryptocurrency assets as part of "Operation Economic Fury." This economic pressure campaign, combined with military actions, has severely weakened Iran's financial standing, leading to salary shortages and surging inflation. Bessent highlighted efforts to disrupt Iran's financial…

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Thailand likely to avoid interest rate hike

The Bank of Thailand is expected to keep interest rates steady as the nation lacks significant inflationary pressure, even as some regional central banks hiked rates to cope with rising prices.

Bangkok Post

The Shrinking COLA Effect: Why Inflation Is Cutting Into Many Seniors’ 2026 Benefit Increase

When the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment was announced, many retirees welcomed the news. Any increase in monthly benefits is appreciated when living on a...

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US stocks today: US stocks hits new closing highs on tech strength, Middle East deal hopes

Wall Street ended at record highs on Friday, driven by strong tech earnings and optimism around AI-led growth. Dell’s upbeat forecast lifted chip and software stocks, while investors tracked developments on a potential US-Iran deal. Despite inflation concerns, major indexes posted weekly and monthly gains.

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The Summer Budget Squeeze: Why More Seniors Say Their Social Security Check Isn’t Stretching as Far at the Grocery Store

In April 2026, grocery store food prices were nearly 3% higher than a year ago. Over the span of a single year, prices have continued...

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Dollar Falls as Stocks Rally on Iran Deal Optimism

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell to a 2-week low and finished down by -0.14%. The improving prospects for a US-Iran peace deal sparked a rally in stocks, reducing liquidity demand for the dollar. Also, Friday’s -1% fall in WTI crude oil to a 5-week low lowers inflation...

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Americans Are Worried About Cost Of Living And Many Blame Trump Policies For It: Poll

A majority of Americans say that the cost of living is the worst they can remember and a significant number of them blame the Iran war and President Trump's policies, according to a new poll.

International Business Times

Retirees Could See a Historic Social Security Raise in 2027—Here’s the Catch

Millions of retirees are paying close attention to early forecasts for the 2027 Social Security COLA, and for good reason. Recent estimates suggest beneficiaries could...

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Trump’s Iran Gambit Just Blew up in His Face as Gas Prices Hit $4.42 and Inflation Soars to a Three-Year High

For now, Americans have been left to navigate an economy that’s growing more expensive by the month.

The Mary Sue

Fed's Michelle Bowman Pushes Back Against Potential Interest Rate Hikes Amid Inflation Spike

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman cautioned Friday against potentially raising interest rates in response to the recent spike in inflation.

International Business Times

Easing global tensions largely priced in by investors

Global markets have spent the past month navigating a challenging combination of rising bond yields, inflation concerns and geopolitical uncertainty. Persistent worries that inflation could reaccelerate led investors to sell US Treasuries, pushing the 30-year Treasury yield to its highest level in nearly 19 years and the 10-year yield to…

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The Economic Times

Fed officials mull raising rates to curb growing inflation risk

Federal Reserve officials signalled potential rate hikes if Middle East tensions drive a prolonged energy shock and keep inflation elevated. Policymakers, including Michelle Bowman, warned inflation risks remain high above target, while markets shift expectations from rate cuts to possible tightening as oil prices and supply disruptions persist.

Evening Standard

Oil falls amid hopes for Trump peace deal backing

Brent crude for July delivery traded lower as the US president said he was making a ‘final’ decision on a peace deal with Iran.

The Economic Times

Tantrum of a problem child might cool India's economic engine

The IMD has retained its forecast for a below-normal monsoon in 2026, with El Nino expected to dominate the June-September season and rainfall likely at 90% of the long-term average. An HDFC report warns this could hurt farm output, raise food inflation and weaken rural consumption.

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Wall Street hits new closing highs on Iran deal hopes

US stocks have closed higher as investors cheered signs of a peace deal between the United States and Iran.

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5 Bills That Quietly Got More Expensive This Year While Everyone Was Watching Inflation

Prices grabbed headlines this year, but not every increase showed up in the usual inflation reports. Many households noticed their budgets tightening even when headline inflation looked like it cooled off. That gap comes from a quieter trend: essential bills rising in the background while attention stayed elsewhere. These increases…

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US stocks gain ground, adding to their records, as Dell soars

Stocks are rising on Wall Street, adding to the all-time highs they set a day earlier

The Economic Times

Resilient Indian economy may face West Asia headwinds; El Nino impact likely on agri output: RBI

As energy prices surge and supply chain disruptions persist, India's economic landscape is indeed testing its resilience; yet, robust financial health among corporations and banks, bolstered by proactive government investments, is set to fuel progress, the RBI said.

Barchart

Dollar Inches Higher on US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.02%. The dollar found some support today after the May MNI Chicago PMI rose more than expected at its strongest pace in 4.25 years. On the negative side for the dollar is the improving prospects for a US-Iran peace deal, which has...

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US inflation rises to 3.8% in April, highest level in nearly 3 years

The PCE price index, which is the US Federal Reserve's primary measure of inflation, increased 0.4 per cent from the previous month and 3.8 per cent from a year earlier in April. Excluding food and energy prices, the core PCE price index rose 0.2 per cent month-on-month and 3.3 per…

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Fed's Bowman says extended energy shock could drive shift in policy outlook

She said she was "optimistic" that once the war is over, supply disruptions will end and there will be a "temporary" impact on inflation and a "minimal" hit to overall economic activity. But Bowman added, "should disruptions persist well into the second half of the year, we could start to…

Latin Times

Americans Feel That Higher Salaries Aren't Catching Up With Inflation, Report Shows

Americans' wages have broadly kept up with inflation over the past quarter-century, but most feel that they are not enough when measured against recent price spikes, according to a new analysis.

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