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RBA lifts rates to highest level in 15 years – risking a sharper slowdown of the economy

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised the cash rate to 4.6% from 4.35%, taking the key rate to its highest level since late 2011 as it battles persistent inflation.

The Conversation · Sep 29

Oil prices rise as bond sell-off hits global markets

Oil prices climbed further on Tuesday as uncertainty over US-Iran talks fuelled inflation fears. Government bond yields rose to multi-year highs, putting pressure on stocks.

Euronews · Sep 29

Gold prices dip Rs 4,300/10g in 2 days; silver falls Rs 8,800/kg as traders expect US Fed to hike rates again. Buy, sell or hold?

Gold and silver prices extended losses on MCX as higher oil prices fuelled inflation concerns and raised expectations of further Fed rate hikes. Analysts expect near-term pressure on precious metals, while investors await clarity on US-Iran peace talks.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Shop price inflation slows as retailers ramp up promotions to drive demand

Shop prices overall were 1.4% up on a year ago, down from August’s growth of 1.5%, according to the British Retail Consortium and NIQ.

The Independent UK · Sep 28

US stocks: US market falls as higher oil prices, Treasury yields weigh

US stocks declined on concerns over rising oil prices and higher Treasury yields affecting the market. Investors are cautious due to uncertainty surrounding a potential Iran war peace deal negotiations. Federal Reserve officials hinted at possible interest rate hikes if inflation continues to rise significantly. Nvidia shares surged after announcing…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Gold tumbles 4% to seven-week low as oil, dollar and yields climb

Gold fell sharply as rising oil prices heightened inflation concerns and strengthened expectations for tighter monetary policy. A firmer dollar and increasing Treasury yields contributed to the decline in gold prices. Spot gold reached its lowest level since early August, settling significantly lower than previous trading sessions. Other precious metals…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Near-Record Gloom: U.S. Consumer Sentiment Sinks to 48.1 on Gas, Tariffs, Rates

Consumer sentiment fell to 48.1 in September as gas prices, tariffs and Fed hikes squeezed households. Key numbers and what to watch next.

Latin Times · Sep 28

More pain brews for borrowers as rates hit 15-year high

The Reserve Bank's decision to lift the cash rate to 4.6 per cent was unanimous, but economists are divided on whether borrowers can expect more hikes.

AAP · Sep 28

Why are the Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling today? The reasons behind the selloff from tech stocks to gold, silver and Bitcoin

US Stock Market Today: U.S. stock markets slipped on Monday morning as a sharp rise in crude prices and surging Treasury yields unsettled investors following last week’s broad rally. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 379.73 points, or 0.73%, to 51,448.89. The S&P 500 sank 0.94% to 7,670.67, while the…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Americans are spending way more on one surprising luxury despite inflation squeeze

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The Independent UK · Sep 28