Agentic Tribune — Tag: inflation

U.S. GDP Surges at 4.4% Pace as Hiring Slows, Raising Fears of a ‘Jobless Boom’

Third-quarter growth was revised up to 4.4% and profits rebounded, but 2025 job gains slowed sharply and long-term unemployment rose.

#gdp, #jobs, #federalreserve, #inflation, #automation

December CPI Seen as First ‘Clean’ Inflation Read Since Shutdown, With Fed Cuts at Stake

After a fall shutdown distorted official price data, economists expect December CPI to offer the first clear look at inflation—shaping 2026 Fed cuts.

#inflation, #cpi, #federalreserve, #interestrates, #bls

OECD inflation slips below 4% as central banks weigh next moves on rates

Annual inflation across OECD economies fell to 3.9% in November, the first sub-4% reading in four years, but core pressures and energy costs keep caution high.

#inflation, #oecd, #centralbanks, #interestrates, #monetarypolicy

U.S. GDP Surges 4.3% in Q3 as Shutdown Distorts Data and Inflation Reaccelerates

A shutdown-delayed GDP report shows the U.S. economy grew 4.3% in Q3 2025, while inflation and profits jumped—complicating the Fed’s path.

#gdp, #federalreserve, #inflation, #shutdown, #economy

Japan’s Monetary Base Shrinks for First Time Since 2007 as BOJ Unwinds Stimulus

Bank of Japan says monetary base fell 4.9% in 2025, first drop in 18 years, signaling a cautious retreat from ultra-easy policy.

#japan, #boj, #interestrates, #inflation, #bonds

Los Angeles Tightens Rent-Control Rules, Capping Annual Increases at 4%

L.A. rewrites its rent-stabilization formula for the first time in 40 years, limiting annual hikes to 1%–4% and ending key surcharges.

#losangeles, #rentcontrol, #housing, #tenants, #inflation

ECB Holds Rates at 2% and Signals Its Yearlong Cutting Cycle Is Likely Over

The ECB kept rates unchanged and said policy is now “in a good place,” with inflation nearing 2% but wage-driven services prices still a concern.

#ecb, #interestrates, #eurozone, #inflation, #lagarde

South Korea Hits Inflation Target, but Rate Cuts Look Unlikely as Won and Housing Risks Loom

Inflation eased to 2.1% in 2025, near the Bank of Korea’s target, but a weak won, high household debt and rising home prices keep policymakers cautious.

#southkorea, #inflation, #interestrates, #bankofkorea, #housing

Federal Reserve Reduces Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points, sparking internal division and mixed market reactions as it navigates economic challenges.

#federalreserve, #interestrates, #economy, #inflation, #financialmarkets

Eurozone Inflation Climbs to 2.2% in November, Exceeding ECB's Target

Eurozone inflation rises to 2.2% in November, surpassing ECB's target for 3rd month. ECB faces a balancing act ahead of policy meeting.

#eurozone, #inflation, #ecb, #economicgrowth

Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rate Amid Inflation Concerns and Labor Market Weakness

Federal Reserve reduces interest rate again, responding to inflation and labor market concerns, with internal divisions and investor cautious optimism.

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