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Breaking News: Readers Reveal What They Can No Longer Afford as Cost of Living Bites
Readers across Ireland reveal how higher prices are changing everyday spending, from food and housing to transport, leisure…
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Italy Records Highest Inflation Among Europe’s Major Economies in October
Italy recorded the highest October inflation among the eurozone’s four largest economies, while Germany’s rate fell after a…
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Bank of Japan Says Sustainable Inflation Has Reached 2% Target
The Bank of Japan says sustainable inflation has reached its 2% target but keeps interest rates at 1.25%…
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ECB Holds Rates at 2.5% as Lagarde Signals December Hike Risk
The ECB held its deposit rate at 2.5%, but Christine Lagarde warned that energy costs and bond yields…
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US inflation rises to 3.7% as fuel and air travel costs increase
US inflation rose to 3.7% in September as fuel and airfares became more expensive, adding pressure on households…
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Grocery Prices Across Europe: Why the Same Basket Costs So Much More
Grocery prices across Europe vary sharply, but cheaper food does not always mean greater affordability. Here are the…
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Oil rises above $113 as AI stock sell-off drives investors into bonds
Oil rises above $113 as Middle East tensions lift energy costs, while an AI stock sell-off pushes investors…
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UK Inflation Rises to 3.5% as Higher Fuel Costs Increase Rate-Hike Expectations
UK inflation rose to 3.5% in September as fuel prices surged, boosting expectations of a Bank of England…
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Macron condemns violence after French demonstrations descend into clashes and looting
Macron condemns violence after French protests against inflation led to clashes, fires, looting and hundreds of arrests across…
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St Kitts and Nevis Faces Inflation Pressure as Oil Costs Rise Despite Tourism Growth
St Kitts and Nevis is forecast to grow, but rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions could push inflation…
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Global technology sell-off pushes Asian markets sharply lower
Asian markets plunged as technology shares sold off, following Wall Street losses and hotter-than-expected US inflation.
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IMF Raises 2026 Global Growth Forecast but Warns Energy Costs Will Weigh on Europe
The IMF forecasts 3.1% global growth in 2026 but expects eurozone expansion of 1.1% as energy prices and…
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Breaking News: What the Evidence Says About Public-Sector Pay and Inflation in Ireland
Public-sector pay and inflation comparisons in Ireland depend on the timeframe, pay measures and household costs included.
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IMF raises 2026 global growth outlook, but eurozone faces weaker expansion
The IMF upgraded its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, but expects eurozone growth of only 1.1% amid…
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Germany Raises 2026 Growth Forecast as Exports and AI Demand Support Recovery
Germany has raised its 2026 growth forecast to 1.3%, supported by stronger exports and AI-related industrial demand despite…
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EU Diesel Prices Reach Record High as Fuel Costs Pressure Households and Businesses
EU diesel prices have reached a record high, increasing costs for households, hauliers and businesses across Europe while…
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Breaking News: ESRI Warns AI Energy Demand Could Push Up Costs in Ireland
ESRI analysis warns that rising AI-related electricity demand could pressure Ireland’s energy system and add to costs without…
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European Bond Yields Ease After Sharp Sell-Off as US Mortgage Rates Reach 7%
European bond yields eased after a sharp sell-off, while US mortgage rates reached 7% amid inflation, oil price…
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Energy Expert Warns Rising Prices Could Push Up Food Costs Across Europe
An energy strategist warns that rising prices could increase food costs and deepen pressure on lower-income households across…
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Global Markets Turn Mixed as Oil Volatility and US Bond Yields Weigh on Investors
Global markets turned mixed as oil prices remained elevated and US Treasury yields rose, renewing concerns about inflation…