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May 17, 2026

London Leaders Urge PM to Tackle Child Poverty and Boost Small Business Support

London's charities and business leaders are urging the Prime Minister to prioritize tackling child poverty, supporting small businesses with clear tax policies, and devolving...

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May 16, 2026

Global Markets Shift as US-Iran Ceasefire Falters Amid Inflation Fears

Global financial markets are experiencing a shift in risk appetite due to fragile US-Iran ceasefire talks and persistent inflation concerns.

Markets

May 16, 2026

Fast Food Sector Faces Headwinds From Inflation and Weight Loss Drugs

The fast food industry is facing significant headwinds as inflation strains consumer budgets and the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs alters dietary preferences,...

Markets

May 16, 2026

Nasdaq 100 Sentiment Shifts Amidst Economic Data and Geopolitical Concerns

Investor sentiment for the Nasdaq 100 has shifted to a slight buy bias as markets digest recent inflation data, geopolitical concerns, and await key...

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May 16, 2026

US-Iran Crisis Edges Toward Prolonged Stalemate, Threatening Global Economy

The US-Iran crisis is escalating toward a prolonged stalemate.

Markets

May 16, 2026

Wholesale Inflation Remains Stubbornly Embedded at 6% Annually, PPI Data Shows

The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 1.4% in April, bringing the annual increase to 6%.

Markets

May 16, 2026

Two Key CPI Report Findings Present Significant Headaches for the Federal Reserve

The latest CPI report presents significant challenges for the Federal Reserve, highlighting renewed upward pressure on shelter costs and widespread inflation, which could impact...

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May 16, 2026

Producer Price Index Report Presents Two Significant Challenges for the Federal Reserve

The Producer Price Index report signals two key challenges for the Federal Reserve: resurgent services inflation and mounting intermediate demand pressures, potentially complicating the...

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May 16, 2026

Producer Price Index Surges 1.4% in April, Raising Concerns About Federal Reserve’s Inflation Stance

April's Producer Price Index surged 1.4%, the largest monthly increase since March 2022.

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May 16, 2026

Zebra Technologies’ Q1 Performance Suggests Industrial Recession May Be Ending

Zebra Technologies' Q1 2026 earnings report reveals a significant turnaround, with strong revenue growth and improved margins, signaling a potential end to the industrial...