Inflation
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Dow Jones Futures Rise on Iran Peace Hopes, Economic Data Looms
Dow Jones futures rose Wednesday, signaling investor optimism after reports indicated Iran is seeking peace. This offers a pre-market read on market sentiment amid inflation concerns.
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Gold Prices Surge on Middle East Turmoil, Investment Decisions
Gold prices surged to around $5,400 per ounce on March 2, 2026, driven by escalating Middle East conflicts. This renewed volatility highlights gold’s role as a safe-haven asset.
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Oil Prices Leap as Iran Conflict Escalates, Halting Energy Output
Global oil and gas prices surged Monday following intensified military actions in the Middle East. Drone attacks on key energy facilities in Qatar and Saudi Arabia sparked inflation fears.
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US 10 Year Treasury Yield Ticks Up Amid Mideast Tensions
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield rose to nearly 4% on Monday despite escalating Middle East conflict, indicating investor focus on economic data and Federal Reserve policy. This key yield influences borrowing costs.
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Global Fuel Prices Surge in March Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Global fuel prices are surging in early March 2026, with South Africa and the Philippines confirming significant hikes. Geopolitical tensions and shipping disruptions threaten further increases.
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2026 Social Security COLA Takes Effect Amid Rising Costs
Millions of Americans are seeing a 2.8% Social Security COLA in their checks this month, impacting retirement income as living costs rise. SSI payments also face schedule adjustments.
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Bitcoin Price Plunges as Geopolitical Shocks Fuel Volatility
Bitcoin’s price plunged below $65,000 following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran and broader macroeconomic concerns. Prediction markets actively forecast its value for March 1.
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Gold Prices Surge Amid Volatility, Driving Investor Vigilance
Gold prices are experiencing record highs and significant volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions, and shifting interest rate expectations
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B.C. Minimum Wage to Rise to $18.25 on June 1
British Columbia’s minimum wage will rise to $18.25 per hour on June 1, 2026, to combat inflation, making it the highest provincial rate in Canada.
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January CPI Inflation in Australia Hits 3.8 Percent, Raising Rate
Australia’s Consumer Price Index rose 3.8% year-over-year in January, exceeding forecasts and reigniting discussions about potential further RBA interest rate.
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UK Inflation Cools to 3% in January, Boosting Bank of England Rate Cut Hopes
The UK’s inflation rate cooled to 3% in January, its lowest since March 2025, significantly boosting expectations for a Bank of England interest rate cut.
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Simon Harris Unveils New Irish Savings Scheme to Boost Investment
Irish Finance Minister Simon Harris announced plans for a national savings and investment strategy, aiming to unlock billions in idle funds and foster a long-term investment culture.
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Kevin O’Leary’s $500,000 Retirement Plan Faces Current Market Realities
Financial expert Kevin O’Leary’s advice for retiring on $500,000 by living off 5% returns is under scrutiny in mid-2026, as current market yields and inflation challenge its practicality.
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Dogecoin Leads Surging Altcoins as Bitcoin Tests $70,000
A broad crypto market rally is underway today, February 15, 2026, with Bitcoin briefly reaching $70,000. However, it is Dogecoin that is stealing the spotlight, surging by up to 30% and significantly outperforming major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, driven…
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AI Disruption Fears Deepen as US Stock Markets Log Weekly Losses
US stock markets concluded a volatile week in mid-February 2026 with losses across major indexes, driven primarily by escalating investor fears regarding AI’s disruptive potential across various industries, despite mixed economic data.