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WATCH: Heads of major banks testify in Senate Banking Committee hearing: The CEOs of the nation’s biggest banks were in for a second day of tough questioning ...
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WATCH: Heads of major banks testify in Senate Banking Committee hearing
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Target plans to hire up to 100K holiday workers: Target announced Thursday that it plans to hire 100,000 seasonal workers to support its operations over the busy ...
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Target plans to hire up to 100K holiday workers
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WATCH: Heads of major banks testify in Senate Banking Committee hearing: The CEOs of the nation’s biggest banks were in for a second day of tough questioning ...
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WATCH: Heads of major banks testify in Senate Banking Committee hearing
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Target plans to hire up to 100K holiday workers: Target announced Thursday that it plans to hire 100,000 seasonal workers to support its operations over the busy ...
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Target plans to hire up to 100K holiday workers
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting: Experts believe a rapid rise in prices will drive Americans to shop early to avoid prices that they ...
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting: Walmart and Target plan to begin offering deals and price matching offers earlier this year to keep ...
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting: Walmart and Target plan to begin offering holiday deals and price matching offers earlier.
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting: Walmart and Target plan to begin offering holiday deals and price matching offers earlier.
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting
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Target plans to hire 100,000 seasonal workers for the holidays and start deals early
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Target plans to hire 100,000 seasonal workers for the holidays and start ...
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting: Experts believe it is a rapid rise in prices, also tied to pandemic stricken economies ...
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting: Walmart and Target plan to begin offering holiday deals and price matching offers earlier.
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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting
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Target Hiring 100,000 Employees for Holiday Season, Start Deals Early: Target has announced its hiring goals for the 2022 holiday season.
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Target Hiring 100,000 Employees for Holiday Season, Start Deals Early
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Walmart Price Increases Slammed by Former Labor Secretary: "When I say price gouging is driving inflation, this is what I mean," Robert Reich said.
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Walmart Price Increases Slammed by Former Labor Secretary
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Walmart U.S. CEO shares great news for shoppers on a budget: The president and CEO of Walmart U.S. made some cheery comments on the state of retail and grocery.
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Walmart U.S. CEO shares great news for shoppers on a budget
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Climate change driving up inflation in food prices: Study: Rising global temperatures are associated with inflation in food prices, both in regions that are ...
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Climate change driving up inflation in food prices: Study
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Walmart employee fatally stabbed at Illinois store, suspect charged with murder: Police arrested Timothy Carter, 28, in the fatal stabbing of a Walmart employee ...
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Walmart employee fatally stabbed at Illinois store, suspect charged with ...
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First over-the-counter birth control pill hits store shelves: Opill, the first birth control pill approved for people to buy without a prescription ...
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First over-the-counter birth control pill hits store shelves
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'I got fired from work for pooing my pants - it has to be illegal': A man suffering from IBS claims he was unfairly dismissed from work after suffering from an ...
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'I got fired from work for pooing my pants - it has to be illegal'
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440,500 Starbucks mugs recalled after a dozen people hurt: List of recalled mugs: The mugs were sold in the United States at Target, Walmart and military retail ...
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440,500 Starbucks mugs recalled after a dozen people hurt: List of ...
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Stores Closed On Easter Sunday 2024: Target, Costco, and More: If you're planning to go shopping on Easter Sunday, you might be out of luck. Here's what to know.
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Stores Closed On Easter Sunday 2024: Target, Costco, and More
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3 ways to save money for people on a fixed income: These tips might help you make the most of your fixed budget well into your golden years
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3 ways to save money for people on a fixed income
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Subway is switching from Coke to Pepsi: The sandwich chain said it reached an agreement to make PepsiCo its exclusive beverage provider in the U.S.
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Subway is switching from Coke to Pepsi
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Campaign looks to connect Latinos with Climate Action Plan funds: A new campaign is underway to help Hispanics in battleground states access federal climate ...
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Campaign looks to connect Latinos with Climate Action Plan funds
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The numbers show Walmart is America's grocery king: Walmart is the biggest grocery retailer in the US by a long shot. Americans spent $264 billion on Walmart ...
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The numbers show Walmart is America's grocery king
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Walmart wants more wealthy shoppers: The retail giant is making renovations to its sales floors and its assortment of brands
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Walmart wants more wealthy shoppers
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Wagyu-mart? Inside Walmart’s Bold Plan to Lure Luxury Shoppers: Walmart will redesign over 800 U.S. locations and stock them with high-end fashion brands ...
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Wagyu-mart? Inside Walmart’s Bold Plan to Lure Luxury Shoppers
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Higher olive oil prices due to shortage - Foodstuffs: Supermarket giant Foodstuffs is warning of a olive oil shortage and in turn higher prices at the checkout.
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Higher olive oil prices due to shortage - Foodstuffs
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Annual inflation rose to 3.2 percent in February, hotter than expected: Consumer prices rose at faster monthly and annual rates in February, according to ...
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Annual inflation rose to 3.2 percent in February, hotter than expected
Quick Glance: Inflation Decline and Consumer Impact
  • Inflation in Germany continues to decline, primarily due to cheaper energy prices. Experts predict a further decrease in the year ahead, but with potential challenges. Higher inflation rates diminish consumer purchasing power.

  • In February, energy and fuels decreased in price, while food prices increased. Services also became more expensive. Consumer prices rose by 0.4 percent compared to the previous month.

  • The German government forecasts rising consumer prices and wage increases above the inflation rate. The expectation is that employees will spend the money and boost private consumption. However, the Bundesbank President warns against premature interest rate cuts.

  • Despite the decline in inflation, the Bundesbank cautions against premature interest rate cuts. The European Central Bank aims for price stability in the medium term. Higher interest rates can curb demand but also burden the economy.
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Toyota confirms UK pricing for new GR Yaris: £10k price rise for Toyota's hot hatch hero - and the special editions are £60k...
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Toyota confirms UK pricing for new GR Yaris
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‘Distinction the new credit’: Grade inflation puts uni integrity at risk: An investigation into grade inflation by Sydney University found a 234 per cent ...
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‘Distinction the new credit’: Grade inflation puts uni integrity at risk
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After Walmart Bought Finance App One, Complaints Soared: The retail giant has long sought to become a financial powerhouse. But after it acquired a neobank ...
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After Walmart Bought Finance App One, Complaints Soared
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Walmart Is Luring Wealthy Shoppers With Fine Foods and Trendy Clothes: The lighting is warm and bright, the aisles are broad and shelves display $50 silk sleep ...
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Walmart Is Luring Wealthy Shoppers With Fine Foods and Trendy Clothes
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Ready for spring break travel? L.A. County gas prices top $5 a gallon: Higher crude oil prices and increased demand for fuel from spring break road trips have ...
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Ready for spring break travel? L.A. County gas prices top $5 a gallon
Quick Glance: Rising Gas Prices in California during Spring Break
  • The surge in crude oil prices and the increased demand for fuel due to spring break have led to rising gas prices in California.

  • Drivers in Los Angeles County are even experiencing higher prices, averaging $5.035.

  • Moreover, California is set to transition to its summer gas blend, potentially costing 15 cents more per gallon than the current winter blend, as mentioned by Shupe.

  • The national average for a gallon of gas stands at $3.533, as reported by AAA.
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Walmart just funded 15 community solar projects across the US: Walmart is investing in 19 solar projects under development across the US, including 15 community ...
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Walmart just funded 15 community solar projects across the US
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Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, lift Biden's prospects: The U.S. Federal Reserve looks on track to cut interest rates as the presidential campaign season ...
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Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, lift Biden's prospects
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A Kroger-Albertsons merger means lower prices and more jobs. Let it happen.: Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes says she's just responding to consumer concerns ...
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A Kroger-Albertsons merger means lower prices and more jobs. Let it happen ...
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Economic institutes lower growth forecast to 0.1 percent: The leading economic institutes in Germany have drastically revised their forecast downwards ...
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Economic institutes lower growth forecast to 0.1 percent
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Weak demand: Residential property prices are falling more sharply than they have been since 2000
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Weak demand: Residential property prices are falling more sharply than ...
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Dow, S&P fall for third straight session with inflation data eyed: U.S. stocks slipped on Tuesday, giving up modest gains late in the session to send the Dow and ...
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Dow, S&P fall for third straight session with inflation data eyed
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Walmart Refiles Papers for US Antitrust Review of Vizio Deal: Walmart Inc. will withdraw and refile the paperwork associated with its deal to buy smart-TV maker ...
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Walmart Refiles Papers for US Antitrust Review of Vizio Deal
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Walmart Employee Stabbed to Death in Illinois: Rockford Police said an 18-year-old employee was stabbed in the back on Sunday before he died from his wounds.
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Walmart Employee Stabbed to Death in Illinois
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A $20 Billion Deal Depends on Whether You Think Walmart Is a Supermarket: Antitrust authorities say Kroger’s planned Albertsons takeover will leave fewer ...
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A $20 Billion Deal Depends on Whether You Think Walmart Is a Supermarket
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Oil's Red Sea problem is getting harder to ignore: Oil shipments and prices are being disrupted by turmoil on the high seas.
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Oil's Red Sea problem is getting harder to ignore
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5 ways McDonald's, Walmart, and other retailers are getting creative to reach consumers
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5 ways McDonald's, Walmart, and other retailers are getting creative to ...
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Man charged with murder after stabbing of Black teen worker at Illinois Walmart: Timothy Carter, 28, in custody over killing of Jason Jenkins, 18 ...
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Man charged with murder after stabbing of Black teen worker at Illinois ...
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This Bento-Style Lunch Box Is Less Than $12 At Walmart (And Parents Love It): Reviewers also say they prefer it to pricier options from brands like Bentgo.
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This Bento-Style Lunch Box Is Less Than $12 At Walmart (And Parents Love ...
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Walmart Has An Apple MacBook Air For Less Than $700 Right Now: We’re not really sure how this price is so low.
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Walmart Has An Apple MacBook Air For Less Than $700 Right Now
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Scoop: Walmart, 7-11, Chick-fil-A pilot new drone delivery tech: DroneUp unveiled a proprietary autonomous drone delivery "ecosystem" for retailers.
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Scoop: Walmart, 7-11, Chick-fil-A pilot new drone delivery tech
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How Target Circle 360 Compares With Amazon Prime and Walmart+: Target is the latest retailer to roll out a membership for fast shipping and other perks.
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How Target Circle 360 Compares With Amazon Prime and Walmart+
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As Inflation Skyrockets, Argentines Rely on Time-Tested Strategies: Between December and February, Argentina’s accumulated inflation topped 70% ...
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As Inflation Skyrockets, Argentines Rely on Time-Tested Strategies
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Poverty situation in Germany remains mixed: 2022 was the year of rapid inflation. However, according to the poverty report by the Paritätischer Gesamtverband ...
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Poverty situation in Germany remains mixed
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Status Update: Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor World finally has an opening day: The outfitter known for its cavernous shop for outdoor enthusiasts has been working ...
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Status Update: Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor World finally has an opening day
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How a Trump presidency could threaten Biden’s signature climate achievement: Democrats’ sweeping Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has fueled significant progress in ...
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How a Trump presidency could threaten Biden’s signature climate ...
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Walmart's new partnership will make Apple fans very happy: It's also at a price point you can't find anywhere else.
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Walmart's new partnership will make Apple fans very happy
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New figures: Inflation at lowest level for years - also in Berlin: Thanks to cheaper energy, the inflation rate in Germany fell in March to its lowest level ...
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New figures: Inflation at lowest level for years - also in Berlin
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Stock market today: Indexes slip again ahead of inflation data: Stocks logged another losing session on Tuesday, after closing lower in the prior two sessions ...
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Stock market today: Indexes slip again ahead of inflation data
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Gold hits fifth record high in March on Fed rate-cut view: Gold prices on Thursday hit record highs for the fifth time this month after the U.S ...
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Gold hits fifth record high in March on Fed rate-cut view
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Dollar weakens after Fed meeting, yen strengthens: The dollar weakened and the yen rebounded from near multi-decade lows on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve ...
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Dollar weakens after Fed meeting, yen strengthens
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Association warns: Is there a risk of a coffee shortage from 2025?: The coffee industry is warning of coffee shortages and higher prices. The reason: an EU law ...
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Association warns: Is there a risk of a coffee shortage from 2025?
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Switzerland becomes first major economy to cut interest rates in surprise move: The Swiss National Bank surprised the market with a decision to lower its main ...
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Switzerland becomes first major economy to cut interest rates in surprise ...
Quick Glance: Swiss National Bank Surprises with Rate Cut
  • The Swiss National Bank cut its main interest rate by 25 basis points to 1.50%, becoming the first major central bank to ease tighter monetary policy aimed at tackling inflation.

  • The franc dropped following the decision, boosting the euro to its highest level against the Swiss currency since mid-July last year, with Swiss government bond yields also falling.

  • Experts like Karsten Junius and Alexander Koch highlighted the significance of the rate cut due to low inflation rates and the strong franc, with expectations for more rate cuts.

  • The decision was widely perceived as a surprise, leading to speculation about further rate cuts in June and September, as inflation forecasts were substantially revised downwards.
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Wall Street hits record closing highs on rate-cut optimism; chipmakers rally: Wall Street's three major stock indexes on Thursday registered record closing highs ...
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Wall Street hits record closing highs on rate-cut optimism; chipmakers ...
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Rentals costing landlords up to $450 a week in top-ups: The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
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Rentals costing landlords up to $450 a week in top-ups
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Yen hits 34-yr low ahead of key US inflation data: The yen dropped to its lowest level since 1990 on Wednesday before rebounding slightly after Japan's top ...
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Yen hits 34-yr low ahead of key US inflation data
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Germany's economy: Institutes drastically reduce growth forecast: Germany's leading economic institutes have reduced their growth expectations for the current ...
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Germany's economy: Institutes drastically reduce growth forecast
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Walmart Super Spring Savings Week deals: Dyson, Apple, Ninja and more: Walmart’s Super Spring Savings Week is here. We rounded up the best deals on vacuums, tech ...
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Walmart Super Spring Savings Week deals: Dyson, Apple, Ninja and more
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When Will Apple Announce WWDC 2024 Dates?: The 35th annual Worldwide Developers Conference isn't set to take place until June, but we are creeping closer to ...
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When Will Apple Announce WWDC 2024 Dates?
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3 Simple Ways This E-commerce Startup Improved Conversions and Increased Revenues on Walmart Marketplace
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3 Simple Ways This E-commerce Startup Improved Conversions and Increased ...
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Australia survives sold out Taylor Swift shows without spike in inflation: Australia survived sold out Taylor Swift concerts in Sydney and Melbourne without a ...
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Australia survives sold out Taylor Swift shows without spike in inflation