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Kiplinger • Jul 17, 2025

Higher Summer Costs: Tariffs Fuel Inflation in June

Rising import charges have contributed to increased expenses this summer, leading to a noticeable impact on overall price levels and affecting consumers’ spending power during the...

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CNBC Business • Jul 17, 2025

Japan’s exports fall for second straight month with no U.S. trade deal in sight, raising recession f...

The continued decline in Japan’s exports, contrary to anticipated growth, highlights economic vulnerabilities and underscores concerns about a potential downturn due to stalled neg...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 16, 2025

Trump blasts trade deficits in goods as a big threat to the U.S. Why economists are dismayed.

President Trump’s upcoming tariffs aim to address persistent trade imbalances in goods, a move that has drawn concern from economists about potential economic consequences and inte...

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CNBC Business • Jul 16, 2025

UK inflation hits hotter-than-expected 3.6% in June

The higher-than-forecast increase in the UK’s consumer prices may influence monetary policy decisions and affect household spending power in the upcoming months.

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jul 15, 2025

Latest inflation numbers slam door 'shut' on Bank of Canada July rate cut, say economists

Recent inflation data indicate persistent price pressures, leading experts to believe the central bank is unlikely to reduce interest rates in the near term as it aims to stabilize...

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Kiplinger • Jul 15, 2025

June CPI Signals Tariff Impact: What the Experts Say

The June consumer price index indicates a rise in inflation consistent with forecasts, highlighting the ongoing influence of trade policies on the cost of goods and overall economi...

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Globe and Mail Investing • Jul 15, 2025

‘The door is now firmly slammed shut on a July BoC rate cut’: Markets and economists react to today’...

Recent inflation figures have led financial markets to significantly reduce the likelihood of a near-term interest rate reduction by the Bank of Canada, reflecting changing economi...

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City A.M. • Jul 14, 2025

High inflation ‘not sufficient’ to scupper Bank of England interest rate cuts

Despite ongoing price increases exceeding the central bank’s target, economists suggest that the Bank of England is likely to proceed with lowering interest rates to support econom...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 13, 2025

Inflation is finally supposed to show a tariff-related increase. The Fed still might cut interest ra...

Economists anticipate a rise in prices linked to recent tariffs, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s decision on whether to lower interest rates despite current inflation d...

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jul 11, 2025

Economists trim bets for July rate cut on surprise jobs numbers

Unexpected employment data has led analysts to lower expectations for a mid-year interest rate reduction, reflecting changes in labor market conditions and influencing monetary pol...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 10, 2025

Trump’s Brazil tariff ‘sets a scary precedent’ given the U.S. has a trade surplus with the country,...

Economists warn that imposing a 50% duty on Brazilian imports could disrupt existing trade balances, potentially affecting economic relations between the United States and Brazil.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 09, 2025

What will it take for the Fed to cut rates in September? Look here for clues.

Market participants are closely examining recent Federal Reserve discussions to assess the economic conditions and policy signals necessary for a potential reduction in interest ra...

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CNBC Business • Jul 08, 2025

White House: Odds of tariff-related inflation are low, like 'pandemics or meteors'

Although tariffs imposed by the administration have contributed to price increases in certain sectors, their impact has not resulted in widespread inflation affecting the overall e...

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CNBC Business • Jul 04, 2025

Trump's Vietnam pact takes aim at China — but it raises more questions than answers

The agreement's limited information has caused uncertainty among financial experts regarding its potential impact on the movement and cost of Chinese merchandise redirected via Vie...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jul 03, 2025

The odds of a September Fed rate cut look high after June jobs report — but it may be a tough call f...

Following the June employment data, experts suggest the Federal Reserve may consider reducing interest rates in September, though policymakers face challenges balancing economic in...

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Quartz • Jul 02, 2025

The private sector lost a brutal number of jobs last month

In June, private payroll figures significantly underperformed forecasts, reflecting the largest monthly job decline experienced in over two years and indicating potential challenge...

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CNBC Business • Jul 02, 2025

The private sector lost 33,000 jobs in June, badly missing expectations for a 100,000 increase, ADP...

In June, private sector employment declined by 33,000 positions, falling well short of analysts’ projections, which had anticipated a substantial growth of approximately 100,000 jo...

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jun 27, 2025

Shrinking GDP may not be enough for the Bank of Canada to start cutting rates again

The recent economic contraction presents a complex situation for monetary policy, as it may not provide sufficient justification for the central bank to lower interest rates in the...

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jun 26, 2025

Posthaste: Why more economists think the Bank of Canada is done cutting interest rates

Many experts now believe the central bank is unlikely to lower borrowing costs further, reflecting expectations that current monetary policy may remain stable to support economic c...

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jun 25, 2025

Posthaste: Canada is in for a rough couple of quarters, say economists

Economists forecast a brief economic downturn in Canada, with unemployment rising to approximately 7.3%, before a gradual recovery strengthens financial conditions in the following...

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jun 24, 2025

Economists split on what inflation numbers mean for Bank of Canada rate cut

Financial experts are divided on how recent inflation data might influence the Bank of Canada's decision regarding interest rates, especially given concerns about potential tariff-...

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CoinDesk • Jun 23, 2025

Stablecoins Are a Monetary Revolution in the Making

Pegged cryptocurrencies have the potential to transform the financial system by enabling secure, transparent transactions while isolating essential banking services, which may lead...

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Globe and Mail Investing • Jun 22, 2025

Amber Kanwar’s Weekly Setup: Canadian GDP, BlackBerry, Couche-Tard and more

This week’s economic reports and corporate updates are expected to influence market trends and investor decisions, particularly as experts analyze inflation rates and overall econo...

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Financial Post Top Stories • Jun 20, 2025

'Grisly' May retail sales drop of 1.1% could point to Bank of Canada restarting rate cuts

The unexpected decrease in retail sales during May may influence the Bank of Canada’s decision-making regarding interest rates, potentially leading to a reduction to support econom...

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CNBC Business • Jun 19, 2025

Japan's core inflation hits highest level since January 2023, putting pressure on BOJ to raise rates

The increase in Japan's underlying inflation, surpassing economist predictions, may influence the Bank of Japan's decision-making regarding adjustments to interest rates amid chang...

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City A.M. • Jun 17, 2025

Why the Bank of England will hold interest rates

The upcoming decision by the Bank of England is closely watched for its potential impact on borrowing costs, inflation expectations, and overall economic stability in the United Ki...

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City A.M. • Jun 16, 2025

Inflation set to ease slightly before interest rates decision

Economists expect the UK inflation rate to decrease modestly in May, providing important data for the Bank of England as it considers its upcoming interest rate policy.

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Sydney Morning Herald Biz • Jun 15, 2025

Israeli strikes on Iran’s oil stoke fears of higher petrol prices

Rising tensions in the Middle East are expected to increase oil costs, potentially leading to a noticeable rise in fuel expenses for consumers in the near future, according to expe...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Jun 13, 2025

Tariff-driven inflation hasn’t hit everyday life yet — but it will, economists insist. Here’s why.

Economists warn that although current price levels remain stable, the financial impact of tariffs is expected to increase costs for consumers and businesses in the near future.

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Globe and Mail Investing • Jun 13, 2025

New builds drive rent decreases, but also leave tenants vulnerable to steep hikes, experts say

A surge in newly constructed housing units has contributed to a temporary drop in rental prices, although this trend may expose renters to the risk of sharp increases in the future...

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