Philippine inflation beats expectations, lifts chance of bigger rate hike
Philippine annual inflation blew past expectations in January to reach a fresh 14-year high on surging food prices, raising the chance of the central bank delivering a larger interest rate hike to tame prices when it meets this month.
New Zealand floods add to inflation challenge for new prime minister ahead of vote
The worst flooding in New Zealand's biggest city Auckland is heaping more inflationary pressure and is posing a fresh cost-of-living headache for prime minister Chris Hipkins, who is trying to win back support for his party ahead of elections this year.
Bank of England hikes interest rate tenth time in row
The Bank of England on Thursday hiked its interest rate for a tenth time in a row as global authorities race to combat sky-high inflation.
ECB to raise rates again and face questions about future path
The European Central Bank is set to raise interest rates again on Thursday and pencil in more hikes for the next few months, with the only open question being how big these will be.
Eurozone inflation falls but uncertainty remains
The eurozone's annual inflation rate has fallen for a third consecutive month, official data showed on Wednesday, but uncertainty over the figures and continued price growth cooled optimism.
UK grocery price inflation surges to record 16.7% - Kantar
British grocery inflation hit a record 16.7% in the four weeks to Jan.
IMF lifts 2023 growth forecast on China reopening, strength in U.S., Europe
The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday raised its 2023 global growth outlook slightly.
ECB to hike rates again, but outlook brightens
The European Central Bank is expected to push on with its inflation fight Thursday with a fresh rate hike, even as signs grow the eurozone might have passed the worst of an economic shock.
Kate Middleton slammed after video shows her 'laughing' at food bank donations
The Prince and Princess of Wales were branded "tone-deaf" for visiting Windsor Foodshare empty-handed.
UK cost-of-living crisis pushes mothers to the brink
At an east London church on a bitterly cold winter's day, Beautine Wester-Okiya picks her way through boxes of donated baby clothes, toys and other assorted items destined for local people battered by the UK's cost-of-living crisis.
Bank of England to lift rates to 4% on Feb 2, finish at 4.25% in March - Reuters poll
The Bank of England will lift the Bank Rate by 50 basis points on Feb.
What is the Bank of England looking at before rate decision?
The Bank of England must decide next week how much higher it will raise borrowing costs as it tries to bear down on Britain's double-digit inflation rate without adding too much stress to an economy already close to recession.
UK shoppers cut back on spending as inflation takes its toll
Inflation-pinched British consumers cut their shopping by the most in the key month of December in at least 25 years, official data showed on Friday, dashing hopes for a Christmas boost for the country's flagging retail sector.
UK consumer mood slides back to near 50-year low - GfK
British consumer sentiment fell for the first time in three months in January, returning near to historic lows as concerns about the economy and the soaring cost of living tightened the squeeze on household finances, research showed on Friday.
UK inflation edges down to 10.5% in December, food prices surge
British inflation eased last month after hitting a 41-year high in October, offering some comfort to the Bank of England, but the pressure on households remained intense as food and drink prices rose at the fastest pace since 1977.
European shares edge up on pharma boost, UK's FTSE 100 nears record-high
European shares inched up on Monday as gains in healthcare stocks helped the benchmark index extend its sharp rally thus far into the new year, while UK's FTSE 100 hovered close to a record high.
Britons splurge at Christmas but retailers brace for tougher 2023
British shoppers spent freely at Christmas, piling their trolleys with party food, drink and clothing as they enjoyed the first holiday season free of COVID worries for three years, but retailers warned most will tighten their belts in 2023.
UK recession to limit food retail sales growth in 2023 -NielsenIQ
Weak confidence around personal finances and a squeeze on disposable income will hold back growth in food retail sales to around 5% in 2023, according to market researcher NielsenIQ.
How the inflation crisis is impacting retail industries in the UK
Businesses in the UK are reinventing the way they run their organizations as industry dynamics change due to unprecedented inflation in the UK.
Big fall in euro zone inflation offers little help for ECB
Euro zone inflation tumbled last month but underlying price pressures are still rising and economic growth indicators are surprisingly benign, suggesting that the European Central Bank will keep raising interest rates for months to come.
Household Support Fund: You could be eligible to receive up to £325 cash boost
Various councils in England are giving help in the form of free cash and supermarket vouchers from a £500 million support fund.
What investors watch out for in emerging markets in 2023
It has been a rough 12 months for emerging markets that have seen more governments stumble into default, currencies suffer and double-digit losses in stocks and bonds alike - though many investors are optimistic that 2023 could bring some relief.
UK inflation slows, remains close to 11 percent
British inflation slowed more than expected in November but remained near the highest level in more than 40 years, official data showed Wednesday, as a cost-of-living crisis sparks fresh UK strikes.
Britain stuck on recession path despite growth rebound
Britain's economy remains on course for a long-lasting recession on fallout from the highest inflation in decades, analysts said on Monday, even if official data showed growth in October.
World economy faces more pain in 2023 after a gloomy year
This was supposed to be the comeback year for the world economy following the Covid pandemic.
UK pubs feel Christmas pressure as inflation bites
Pubs have been central to British communities for centuries, but their number has been dwindling for years and has plunged to its lowest ever level
Turkey inflation slows for first time since 2021
Turkey's inflation slowed in November for the first time since May 2021, official data showed on Monday, delivering a boost to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ahead of next year's election.
UK fresh food prices climb record 14.3% in November – BRC
The cost of fresh food sold in British shops increased in November at the fastest annual rate since records began in 2005, a new blow for households grappling with the cost-of-living crisis, a survey showed on Wednesday.
US dollar heads for biggest monthly loss since 2010 ahead of Powell speech
The dollar eased from a one-week high on Wednesday ahead of a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while optimism over a possible loosening in China's COVID restrictions set it on course for its biggest monthly loss since late 2010.
Europe stocks, euro rise on elevated eurozone inflation
European equities and the euro rose Wednesday as eurozone inflation slowed but remained elevated on high energy costs.