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ECB raises interest rates as Iran war fans inflation fears

The European Central Bank has taken another bold action by raising interest rates for the second occasion within the year. This effort is designed to tackle stubborn inflation, significantly driven by high energy costs and geopolitical factors. The bank expects inflation to stay above its target level through the year…

The Economic Times

ECB raises interest rates to 2.5% and warns Iran war is fuelling inflation

Borrowing costs climb in Europe and oil tops $105 a barrel as bank says growing price pressures in eurozone will be ‘longer lasting than we had anticipated’

The Guardian - UK

ECB raises interest rates as Iran war fuels inflation fears

The European Central Bank increased interest rates again this year. This action aims to control inflation fueled by energy prices and conflict. The bank now forecasts inflation remaining above its target for some time. Economic growth projections were also adjusted upwards by the central bank. Markets anticipate further rate hikes…

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European Central Bank raises interest rates a quarter point to quell energy-fueled inflation

The European Central Bank is raising interest rates to cool inflation that is being fed by high oil prices from the Iran war

The Independent UK

Fixed rate savings accounts are climbing — here are the best ones up to 5.02%

Fixed term bonds lock away your cash for a period — but guarantee you a return even if interest rates move

The Independent UK

Global Market: ECB seen raising rates as Iran war fuels inflation fears

The European Central Bank is widely expected to raise interest rates to 2.50% on Thursday as soaring energy prices amid the Iran war fuel fresh inflation concerns. With inflation above its 2% target and the euro zone economy proving resilient, markets are pricing in further ECB rate hikes.

The Economic Times

Oil spike past $100 dampens stock prices, fans inflation fears

As the US and Iran trade air strikes in the vital Strait of Hormuz and Yemen's Houthi rebels step up their campaign against Saudi Arabia, surging oil prices have seen stocks falling across Asia. Investors appear to be holding their breath for the news that the Federal Reserve and other…

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Currency markets subdued as oil shock lifts global yields; ECB, U.S. inflation eyed

Currency markets remained steady as investors assessed rising oil prices and bond yields. The Japanese yen's strong rally paused before key United States inflation readings were released. Global bond yields climbed higher, reaching their highest levels since last year due to energy pressures. Central banks in Europe and Japan are…

The Economic Times

'No painless options': Castley sounds warning over escalating debt costs

Pressure in the bond market risks driving up interest costs in the ACT.

The Canberra Times

A 4.75% Mortgage Is Hard to Give Up, but Keeping the House After Divorce Could Cost You More

Homeowners going through divorce may be able to keep a low-rate mortgage, but advisers say affordability, equity, and future costs matter more than interest rates.

International Business Times UK

3 Stocks to Buy and Hold for Higher Interest Rates

With rates staying higher for longer, JPMorgan, Exxon Mobil, and Alphabet stand out as rate-resistant stocks with strong balance sheets, cash flow, and dividend or buyback capacity.

MarketBeat

Global Market: European markets fall as Middle East tensions push oil prices higher

European markets declined as investors awaited crucial US inflation stats, while escalating Middle East tensions propelled oil prices upwards, reigniting global inflation fears. Energy sector stocks gained as Brent crude approached the $100 mark, raising concerns that elevated energy prices could lead to prolonged high interest rates.

The Economic Times

Savings account interest rates of up to 7%: Canara Bank, Bank of India, IDFC First Bank revise rates; check details

Canara Bank, Bank of India, and IDFC FIRST Bank have announced updates to their savings account interest rates, which will take effect on September 1 and September 5, 2026. Canara Bank will offer interest from 2.50% to 4%, while Bank of India presents a range of 2.50% to 6.25%. IDFC…

The Economic Times

AGI is here, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has declared. Here’s why the market doesn’t care

If AI were really about to unleash the explosive growth its boosters predict, economists say it should show up somewhere surprising: real interest rates.

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The Independent UK

Asian shares are mixed as Brent crude approaches $100 a barrel

Asian shares are mixed in cautious trading, as investors watch for what might happen on interest rates and the war with Iran pushes oil prices higher

Euronews

A European Central Bank rate hike is all but certain, the reasoning less so

The European Central Bank is all but certain to raise interest rates on Thursday, with investors pricing the move at near-total probability, but the decision is more awkward than the numbers suggest as inflation is being driven almost entirely by energy with underlying pressures actually easing.

The Economic Times

US stocks today: US stocks slip as AI fears weigh on software, while oil and rate bets add pressure

US stocks fell as renewed AI disruption fears hit software shares, while rising oil prices and shifting Federal Reserve rate expectations added pressure to markets. The S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow declined as investors awaited inflation data, weighed Middle East tensions and reassessed the outlook for interest rates and equities.

The Guardian - UK

UK government pays highest interest rate on 30-year bond since 1998

High yields threaten to wipe out at least half of the £24bn headroom John Healey was expecting to have for his budget

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Why US stocks are falling today: Dow Jones crashes 600 points on Trump threat to intensify US-Canada trade war amid oil price rise

Dow Jones dropped significantly as US President Donald Trump threatened Bombardier's market access. This escalation followed Canada's refusal to certify American Gulfstream jets, sparking counter tariffs. Brent crude futures rose above ninety-seven dollars a barrel after Houthi attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure. Higher energy prices are increasing inflation concerns ahead…

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Trump's latest threat just baffled one and all, but it could turn out to be a major gift to Fed's Kevin Warsh

President Trump’s remarks about US interest rates in relation to trade sparked confusion among market experts. Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, though, can use this opportunity to reinforce his independence. By pushing for a rate hike, Warsh could enhance his reputation and insulate himself from the perception of White House's influence,…

The Economic Times

Gold rises as dollar eases; US inflation data on radar

Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday due to a weakening U.S. dollar, as investors gear up for crucial inflation data that could sway the Federal Reserve's policy direction. A 60% likelihood of an impending rate increase looms over the market, potentially dampening gold's attractiveness amid soaring interest rates. In parallel,…

AAP

Reserve Bank's grim rates warning as oil prices spike

The war in the Middle East is threatening to push oil prices back above the crucial $US100 a barrel mark and make inflation even harder to get back to target.

The Economic Times

India's growth seen above 7% in FY27 as investment, exports take centre stage: Report

India's economic growth is expected to exceed seven percent in fiscal year twenty twenty-seven. Investment and export cycles will increasingly offset moderating consumption trends. Corporate capital expenditure is projected to strengthen significantly in the coming years. Elevated global commodity prices may keep interest rates higher for longer periods. The Reserve…

Fortune

As Wall Street shifts expectations towards a Fed rate hike, the White House turns up the pressure on Warsh's central bank

"High interest rates put the U.S.A. at a very unfair disadvantage, and I won’t allow that to happen!" Trump wrote on Truth Social.

Euronews

China injects over €45 billion into state banks and insurers as growth slows

China's finance ministry is leading a combined 360 billion yuan (€46.1bn) capital injection into eight state-owned banks and insurers, a coordinated effort to strengthen balance sheets strained by weak lending, low interest rates and government instructions to prop up the stock market.

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