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First published 22 October 2026

UK inflation reaches nearly one-year high as fuel prices rise

UK inflation rose to its highest level in almost a year as fuel prices linked to the Iran war increased price pressures. The data strengthened market expectations that the Bank of England will raise interest rates in November.

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First published 22 October 2026

France’s 10-year bond yield surpasses 5% amid political and fiscal concerns

France’s 10-year government bond yield surpassed 5% on October 21, 2026, its highest level since July 2002, as concerns over political instability and public finances increased pressure on the economy through higher borrowing costs.

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First published 21 October 2026

U.S. stocks mostly rise as oil prices and Treasury yields ease

U.S. stock indexes ended mostly higher on October 20 as oil prices and Treasury yields eased, while French stocks fell amid concerns about unrest and investors assessed inflation and Federal Reserve rate risks.

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First published 21 October 2026

Gold slips as higher oil prices fuel inflation concerns

Gold prices edged lower as elevated oil prices increased inflation concerns while investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s next policy meeting. Brent crude remained near a five-month high amid geopolitical risks involving attacks on shipping and Saudi infrastructure.

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First published 21 October 2026

Netflix revenue rises 12 percent, but stagnant viewership worries the company

Netflix reported a 12 percent increase in quarterly revenue but acknowledged that stagnant viewership, particularly in the United States and Canada, remained a major concern.

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First published 21 October 2026

Elon Musk says Tesla and SpaceX are considering a merger

Elon Musk said Tesla and SpaceX have formed special committees to examine a possible merger, which would be a major transaction involving the two companies he leads.

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First published 21 October 2026

Trump sued over Canadian tariffs in a new challenge to the administration’s authority

A lawsuit argues that the White House exceeded its authority by imposing its latest tariffs on Canada and caused immediate harm to American businesses.

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First published 21 October 2026

Most U.S. stocks rise as strong corporate earnings lift market sentiment

Most U.S. stocks rose after stronger-than-expected profit reports from companies including Equifax and Hasbro improved sentiment. The S&P 500 gained 0.3% and the Dow rose 1%, while oil prices eased after nearing their highest levels since the war with Iran began.

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First published 20 October 2026

Jobless rate falls as small firms scale back hiring over labor costs

The jobless rate has fallen, but the Office for National Statistics says small firms are scaling back hiring, citing labor costs as a key factor.

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First published 20 October 2026

Chancellor rejects calls to raise capital gains tax in the Budget

The chancellor rejected calls from influential Labour figures to equalize capital gains tax and income tax, amid criticism that the move could drive wealthy people out of Britain.

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First published 20 October 2026

Fed officials see AI investment boom adding to inflation concerns

Federal Reserve officials increasingly view the artificial-intelligence investment boom as contributing to inflation. Higher interest rates could weigh more heavily on economic activity outside the AI sector than on the major technology companies driving the boom, Reuters reported.

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First published 20 October 2026

Treasury market shows unusual volatility as investors weigh inflation, AI risks and trading changes

Treasury yields have shown unusual volatility as investors assess elevated inflation, concerns about risks linked to artificial intelligence and changing participation by foreign investors and hedge funds. Increased leveraged trading by hedge funds may be contributing to market instability, Axios reported.

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First published 20 October 2026

Oil prices fall as markets weigh possible easing of Russia sanctions and shipping risks

Oil prices fell as markets assessed uncertainty over a possible easing of Russia-related sanctions and its effect on future supply, while also weighing stronger Chinese growth, market volatility and risks to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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First published 20 October 2026

Fed weighs whether the AI investment boom is adding to inflation pressure

Federal Reserve officials are increasingly considering whether the artificial-intelligence investment boom is contributing to inflationary pressure. The Fed is expected to keep its policy rate at 3.75%-4.00% at its October 27-28 meeting while weighing inflation against employment.

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First published 20 October 2026

AI stocks rebound and lift Wall Street while European markets fall amid protest concerns

AI-related stocks rebounded after steep losses the previous week, lifting the S&P 500 by 0.4% and the Nasdaq by 1.1%. European markets fell more than 1% amid concerns that protests could pressure governments to increase spending and worsen bond-market pressures.

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First published 20 October 2026

Anthropic plans to commit 5% of its shares to a public-good fund ahead of listing

Anthropic, the developer of the Claude chatbot, said it plans to commit 5% of its shares to a public-good fund, subject to shareholder approval. The stake was valued at about $48 billion at the company’s latest valuation in May, and the company said it would add more shares as its value rises above an undisclosed baseline.

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First published 20 October 2026

China’s third-quarter GDP growth accelerates to 4.5%, beating forecasts

China’s economy grew 4.5% year over year in the third quarter, exceeding economists’ expectations and easing pressure for more aggressive stimulus. Weak domestic demand and investment remained concerns despite strong exports.

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First published 20 October 2026

AI Investment Boom Seen Adding to Inflation Pressure, With Smaller Borrowers More Exposed

Federal Reserve officials and economists increasingly view the AI investment boom as contributing to inflationary pressure. Higher interest rates could weigh more heavily on households and smaller businesses, while major AI companies are seen as relatively insulated from borrowing costs.

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First published 20 October 2026

China’s economy grew 4.6% in the first nine months of 2026 as exports remained strong

China’s economy expanded 4.6% in the first three quarters of 2026, supported by robust exports. The International Monetary Fund recently cut its forecast for China’s full-year growth to 4.5%, while global trade barriers remain a risk.

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First published 16 October 2026

Dollar retreats from an 18-month high despite strong inflation and retail-sales data

The dollar pulled back from an 18-month high even as U.S. producer prices recorded their fastest increase in four and a half years and retail sales exceeded expectations. Cautious comments from Federal Reserve officials reduced market expectations for an October rate increase.

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First published 16 October 2026

Fed Chair Warsh emphasizes price stability but declines to signal future rate decisions

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said he would not prejudge decisions at the central bank’s October and December meetings. The Fed raised its benchmark rate by a quarter point in September, while elevated inflation remains a factor in considering further increases.

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First published 16 October 2026

U.S. Consumers Push Through Higher Prices as Rising Energy Costs Spread Across the Economy

Economic data showed that higher oil and gas prices were spreading into shipping, warehousing and other parts of the economy, raising questions about how long consumers can continue absorbing rising costs.

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First published 16 October 2026

Average U.S. long-term mortgage rate holds at 7.4%, near a three-year high

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate remained at 7.4%, its highest level in nearly three years. Persistent inflation, Federal Reserve policy and bond-market expectations for the economy are influencing mortgage rates.

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First published 16 October 2026

Dollar Retreats From 18-Month High as Fed Officials Temper October Rate-Hike Bets

The U.S. dollar pulled back from an 18-month high after hotter-than-expected inflation data, as investors reduced expectations for an October Federal Reserve rate hike and officials signaled they could wait for a clearer picture.

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First published 16 October 2026

U.S. Wholesale Prices Rise 6.3% in September, Marking Fastest Increase Since Late 2022

U.S. producer prices rose 6.3% in September from a year earlier, accelerating from 5.6% in August. The increase was the largest since December 2022, adding to evidence of intensifying inflation pressure.

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First published 14 October 2026

China’s exports surge, putting its trade surplus on track for a record

China’s exports grew last month at the fastest pace seen in almost any month since the end of the global financial crisis, putting its trade surplus on track for a record.

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First published 14 October 2026

IMF Says AI Investment Supports Global Growth, but War and Debt Threaten the Outlook

The IMF said strong investment in AI infrastructure is offsetting the economic impact of higher energy prices linked to the war in the Middle East, while warning that downside risks are increasing and more countries are vulnerable to rising debt.

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First published 14 October 2026

U.S. inflation accelerates to 3.7% in September, renewing pressure on the Federal Reserve

U.S. consumer inflation accelerated to 3.7% in September from 3.4% in August as gasoline and other goods and services became more expensive. The report increased pressure on the Federal Reserve and raised market expectations for a possible October rate increase.

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First published 14 October 2026

Big U.S. Banks Report Strong Third-Quarter Profits but Warn on Rates and Inflation

JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs reported higher third-quarter profits as consumer spending and business investment remained strong. The banks warned that elevated interest rates and persistent inflation could eventually pressure consumers and the economy; JPMorgan reported $15.3 billion in quarterly profit but missed analysts’ expectations.

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First published 13 October 2026

U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed Near Recent Records as Investors Watch Oil, Yields and Inflation

U.S. stocks ended mixed near record highs as investors focused on rising oil prices and bond yields, while awaiting inflation, housing and retail-sales data and major-bank earnings.

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