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Closing Strait of Hormuz could virtually wipe out UK growth in 2027 — TV

A television analysis says the British economy could be pushed into recession if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed until spring. Prolonged closure of the strategic waterway would severely damage the country’s economic outlook and could almost eliminate growth projected for 2027. The assessment centers on the economic consequences of the strait remaining shut for an extended period.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 15:56

Closing Strait of Hormuz could virtually wipe out UK growth in 2027 — TV

Trump says Iran inflation could peak at 300%

US President Donald Trump says inflation in Iran will peak at 300%. The International Monetary Fund expects Iran’s inflation rate to reach 69% this year. The two figures represent sharply different projections for the country’s price growth.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 15:45

Trump says Iran inflation could peak at 300%

Is Russia’s economy cracking despite the Iran war windfall?

Russia’s economy is being tested by a widening deficit and strikes from Ukraine. At the same time, the war in the Middle East is increasing oil revenue and giving Moscow an unexpected financial gain. The contrasting pressures raise questions about how long that support can offset the damage caused by the deficit and Ukrainian attacks.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-12 15:36

Is Russia’s economy cracking despite the Iran war windfall?

US consumer inflation slows in July as energy prices briefly retreat

US consumer inflation eased in July as energy prices recorded a temporary decline. Energy costs fell by 1.5 percent during the month. Despite that monthly drop, they remained 14.7 percent above their level a year earlier. The figures show that the short-term retreat did not erase the substantial annual increase in energy prices.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 15:08

US consumer inflation slows in July as energy prices briefly retreat

India’s retail inflation quickens but is unlikely to alter rate outlook

India’s annual retail inflation rose to 4.45% in July as food prices increased. The acceleration is not expected to prompt the central bank to change its outlook on raising interest rates. Although the data show faster price growth, the move is viewed as insufficient to shift the expected policy-rate direction.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 14:45

India’s retail inflation quickens but is unlikely to alter rate outlook

Investors worry leaner Fed guidance may come at a price

Investors are questioning whether Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh can successfully move away from decades of communicating the central bank’s monetary-policy intentions. They worry that providing less exact guidance could impose a cost on financial markets. The concern centers on whether a leaner communication approach would unsettle markets as policy expectations become less clearly defined.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 14:15

Investors worry leaner Fed guidance may come at a price

Key Takeaways From the US CPI Report for July

The US consumer price index report for July was released Wednesday. The report highlights the main takeaways from the latest data on consumer prices in the United States.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 14:10

Key Takeaways From the US CPI Report for July

US Core Inflation Was Subdued in July, Easing Pressure on Fed

Underlying inflation in the United States remained subdued in July. The reading could reduce pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. The data point to a softer inflation backdrop for the central bank. Its implications are framed as easing, rather than eliminating, the pressure to tighten policy.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 13:55

US Core Inflation Was Subdued in July, Easing Pressure on Fed

US consumer prices increase as expected in July
US consumer prices rose as expected in July. The data could weaken the case for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates next month.
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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-08-12 13:10Original
US consumer prices rise 3.4% as slower growth may ease early rate-hike expectations
The United States released its consumer price index on the 12th. Prices rose 3.4% last month from the same month a year earlier. Although the increase remains high, the rate of growth was 0.1 percentage point lower than in the previous month. The slowdown may reduce expectations of an early interest-rate hike and could affect exchange rates and stock prices.
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NNHK News★★★☆☆2026-08-12 12:54Original
US inflation eases as food costs cool
Annual inflation in the United States fell to 3.4% in July. The slowdown in food costs helped pull overall price growth lower. Housing expenses continued to keep prices somewhat higher, however. Inflation therefore eased without fully losing the upward pressure from housing.
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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-08-12 12:49Original

Inflation cooled last month as gas prices fell, though costs remain elevated

U.S. inflation slowed last month, while a measure of underlying price pressures also eased. The figures suggest that higher oil and gas prices linked to the Iran war are having only a limited effect on broader costs across the economy. Even so, overall costs remain elevated, leaving price pressures at a high level.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 12:55

Inflation cooled last month as gas prices fell, though costs remain elevated

US inflation slows for a second straight month, but cost-of-living concerns remain
US inflation eased for a second consecutive month, with gas prices putting less pressure on consumers. Despite that moderation, concerns about the cost of living have not disappeared. Some household expenses continue to weigh on people as inflation cools. The report presents the slowdown alongside persistent affordability worries.
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CCNN★★★☆☆2026-08-12 12:44Original

Indian central bank likely intervened to support rupee, traders say

The Reserve Bank of India likely stepped into the foreign-exchange market on Wednesday, according to six traders cited by Reuters. Continuing anxiety linked to the Iran war has kept oil prices high. That pressure has weighed on the South Asian currency, prompting expectations that the central bank acted to support the rupee.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 11:25

Indian central bank likely intervened to support rupee, traders say

Iran war and high living costs drive last-minute holiday bookings, Tui says

Tui, Europe’s largest travel company, says holidaymakers are delaying bookings and arranging trips at the last minute amid uncertainty over the continuing Iran war and the cost of living crisis. The company estimates that the war has cost it €60m so far. In the weeks after the conflict began at the end of February, demand from customers seeking holidays in Cyprus or Turkey temporarily declined. Tui described the period as a “volatile market”.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 09:54

Iran war and high living costs drive last-minute holiday bookings, Tui says

Iran to join BRICS New Development Bank soon, central bank governor says

Iran will soon join the BRICS New Development Bank, according to Central Bank Governor Abdolnasser Hemmati. He described the bank’s creation as the most important result of cooperation among BRICS member states. His remarks highlighted the institution as a central outcome of that cooperation.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 09:21

Iran to join BRICS New Development Bank soon, central bank governor says

Thousands of London white-collar jobs to move elsewhere in UK over next five years, analysis suggests

New analysis suggests that thousands of white-collar jobs based in London will relocate to other parts of the UK over the next five years. The report focuses on which roles are expected to move and where those positions are headed. The shift would redistribute some professional employment away from the capital.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 09:10

Thousands of London white-collar jobs to move elsewhere in UK over next five years, analysis suggests

Nigeria’s EV ambitions run into weak electricity supply

Nigeria approved tax waivers for nearly 4,000 electric vehicles during the first half of this year, according to government data. Authorities are seeking to speed up adoption of the country’s nascent electric-vehicle market. Chronic shortages in electricity supply, however, pose a serious practical challenge to those ambitions.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 08:45

Nigeria’s EV ambitions run into weak electricity supply

Wildfires, heatwaves pose growing fiscal risk to Greece, PM adviser says

A senior adviser to Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis says wildfires and heatwaves are becoming a greater medium- and long-term fiscal risk for Greece and the wider region. The government is increasing investment to strengthen an economy that depends heavily on tourism.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 08:40

Wildfires, heatwaves pose growing fiscal risk to Greece, PM adviser says

Pinglu Canal begins live-ship trials ahead of September opening

The Pinglu Canal began live-ship trials on Wednesday. It is China’s first major river-to-sea canal to be included in a national development plan. The trials represent the final major test before the waterway begins carrying traffic. The canal is scheduled to open in September.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:49

Pinglu Canal begins live-ship trials ahead of September opening

US consumer prices likely rose moderately in July as gasoline costs eased

U.S. consumer prices were likely to rise moderately in July as gasoline prices softened. The expected increase could further weaken financial-market expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates this year. The reading points to easing pressure from fuel costs, while markets continue to assess the outlook for monetary policy.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 07:00

US consumer prices likely rose moderately in July as gasoline costs eased

APEC Shenzhen: Shop now, get your tax refund in five minutes

An APEC-related service in Shenzhen offers shoppers a faster tax-refund process. Visitors can complete the refund procedure within five minutes after making a purchase.

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CCGTNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 05:47

APEC Shenzhen: Shop now, get your tax refund in five minutes

Morning Bid: Hot spots sizzle, CPI looms

European and global markets face a new trading day with attention fixed on several hot spots. Investors are also looking ahead to the release of consumer price data. The market outlook weighs geopolitical tensions alongside the approaching CPI report.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 04:40

Morning Bid: Hot spots sizzle, CPI looms

UK heatwaves may have cost economy £4.4bn in lost output this year, analysis finds

Repeated debilitating heatwaves during the summer may have cost the UK economy more than £4bn in lost output by the end of July, according to new analysis. Green thinktank Verdant previously estimated that June’s unusually hot weather had cost £2.36bn. After incorporating last month’s high temperatures, it now puts the loss at £4.4bn. Verdant says the annual cost could exceed £25bn by 2030, and calls for a maximum working temperature and urban redesign aimed at cooling cities.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-12 04:00

UK heatwaves may have cost economy £4.4bn in lost output this year, analysis finds

How a village found wealth through green development

A village has discovered a path to prosperity through green development. The story highlights the economic gains associated with this approach. It presents green development as the basis for the village’s newfound wealth.

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CCGTNOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-08-12 03:18

How a village found wealth through green development

Oil and gold rise as geopolitical tensions build ahead of CPI data

Oil and gold prices moved higher on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions intensified. Regional share markets also edged up, though trading remained nervous. Investors were looking ahead to the release of key U.S. inflation data. The market moves reflected heightened concern before the CPI figures. No further details were provided on the specific geopolitical developments driving the tension.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 02:30

Oil and gold rise as geopolitical tensions build ahead of CPI data

New ‘Katsu Curry Index’ Seeks to Show How Weak the Yen Really Is

A senior strategist at Bank of New York Mellon has devised a new way to gauge the yen through the price of a Japanese fast-food staple. The so-called Katsu Curry Index is intended to provide a more accurate picture of the currency’s weakness. Its use comes as the effects of recent intervention begin to fade.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-12 01:45

New ‘Katsu Curry Index’ Seeks to Show How Weak the Yen Really Is

Global youth unemployment rises amid weak job creation and AI risk, ILO says

Global youth unemployment rose in 2025, the International Labour Organization said. Slower economic growth, geopolitical tensions and weak job creation made it more difficult for young people to secure work. The agency warned that artificial intelligence could add to growing pressures on labour markets.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-11 22:35

Global youth unemployment rises amid weak job creation and AI risk, ILO says

Mortgage Rates Are High, and Here’s Why They Could Get Higher

Mortgage rates are already elevated. The item explains why borrowers may face even higher rates ahead. It also flags additional topics, including the use of artificial intelligence in human resources and parents hiring sorority coaches. The coverage presents these as part of a broader set of developments alongside the mortgage-rate outlook.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 19:30

Mortgage Rates Are High, and Here’s Why They Could Get Higher

TikTok Influencers Sell Everyday Investors the Ultrawealthy’s Tax Playbook

TikTok influencers are promoting a tax strategy associated with the ultrawealthy to everyday investors. Long-short tax harvesting can be a winning approach for rich investors, but its value for everyone else is far less certain. The pitch presents an elite financial tactic as something ordinary people may be able to use, while leaving questions about whether the results transfer beyond the wealthy.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 19:00

TikTok Influencers Sell Everyday Investors the Ultrawealthy’s Tax Playbook

Russia’s Central Bank approves Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT for exchange trading with retail limits

Russia’s central bank says it has added Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether’s USDT to the cryptocurrencies permitted for exchange trading. The regulator also indicated that retail investors will face limits under the arrangement. Its statement did not specify what form those restrictions will take.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 18:04

Russia’s Central Bank approves Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT for exchange trading with retail limits

FACTBOX: Bank of Russia lists Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for public trading
The Bank of Russia has listed Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for public trading. Under the law, the selection process considers each cryptocurrency’s market capitalization, average daily trading volume and pricing history on foreign exchanges. These criteria define which digital assets can be made available to the public under the reported framework.
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TTASS★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 13:25Original
Bank of Russia lists Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether for public trading
The Bank of Russia has placed Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether on a list of cryptocurrencies available for public trading. The regulator has also imposed an annual limit on cryptocurrency purchases by non-qualified investors. Their purchases will be capped at $3,632 per year. The measures were announced by the Russian central bank.
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TTASS★★★☆☆2026-08-11 10:59Original

More Americans are falling further behind on home and car loans than at any point in the past decade

New data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that an increasing number of Americans are falling further behind on their home and car loan payments. The level of delinquency is worse than at any point during the past decade. The figures point to mounting repayment difficulties among borrowers. Both housing and auto loans are affected by the worsening trend.

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CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 17:30

More Americans are falling further behind on home and car loans than at any point in the past decade

Phillips 66, Kinder Morgan and HF Sinclair approve $5 billion Western Gateway project

Phillips 66, Kinder Morgan and HF Sinclair have agreed to move forward with the proposed $5 billion Western Gateway Pipeline system. The companies said on Tuesday that they had also finalized a joint venture agreement for the project. Their decision advances the planned pipeline system through a formal three-company partnership.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 17:05

Phillips 66, Kinder Morgan and HF Sinclair approve $5 billion Western Gateway project

US auto loans hit record high in second quarter, New York Fed says

US consumers borrowed a record amount through auto loans in the second quarter, according to the New York Fed. Its latest household debt and credit report, released on Tuesday, also showed increases in credit card balances and home equity balances. The figures point to broader growth in household borrowing during the period.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 16:45

US auto loans hit record high in second quarter, New York Fed says

US existing-home sales fall 1.7% in July as prices and mortgage rates deter buyers

Sales of previously occupied homes in the United States slowed again in July, declining 1.7%. Record-high prices and mortgage rates at their highest level in more than a year have become an insurmountable obstacle for many prospective buyers. The figures point to continued pressure on demand in the housing market.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 15:45

US existing-home sales fall 1.7% in July as prices and mortgage rates deter buyers

US existing home sales decline for a second straight month in July
U.S. existing home sales dropped for the second consecutive month in July. A rebound is expected to remain limited as mortgage rates stay higher and available housing remains tight. Those conditions are likely to restrain any recovery in the market, even if sales begin to stabilize.
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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-08-11 14:15Original

Brazil inflation slows in July, returns to central bank target range

Brazil’s annual inflation rate eased in July, broadly matching market expectations. Data released by the statistics agency IBGE showed that inflation moved back within the central bank’s tolerance range. The report attributed the continued moderation to the effects of tight monetary policy filtering through the economy. The figures indicate that price pressures have softened as those policy effects continue to take hold.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 15:05

Brazil inflation slows in July, returns to central bank target range

Nvidia joins Wall Street to finance more than $500 billion in AI infrastructure

Nvidia is partnering with Wall Street to help its customers finance artificial intelligence infrastructure. The arrangement would allow those customers to borrow more than half a trillion dollars for construction.

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CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 15:01

Nvidia joins Wall Street to finance more than $500 billion in AI infrastructure

The RBA may think it won’t need to hike rates again – but it should not say so outright

The Reserve Bank of Australia may believe another interest-rate increase will not be necessary. Yet the article argues that openly declaring this could be the worst thing the bank does. Its communication is likened to a parent threatening consequences to make children behave, while hoping not to follow through. The RBA may therefore be keeping the possibility of another hike alive, even if it has no real intention of using it. The focus is on the tension between policy expectations and the bank’s public messaging.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 15:00

The RBA may think it won’t need to hike rates again – but it should not say so outright

South Africa’s unemployment rate rises in second quarter

South Africa’s official unemployment rate increased to 33.6% in the second quarter of 2026. Data released by the country’s statistics agency on Tuesday put the first-quarter rate at 32.7%. The figures show a rise in unemployment over the quarter.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 14:10

South Africa’s unemployment rate rises in second quarter

Russia’s foreign trade surplus rises to $12.461 bln in June — Central Bank

Russia’s foreign trade surplus increased to $12.461 billion in June, according to the Central Bank. Exports rose by $10.634 billion year on year during the month, reaching $43.254 billion. The figures indicate a stronger trade balance driven by higher export receipts.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 13:34

Russia’s foreign trade surplus rises to $12.461 bln in June — Central Bank

Bangkok to host 2nd Russia-Thailand Investment Forum on October 29-31 — Roscongress

Bangkok is set to host the second Russia-Thailand Investment Forum from October 29 to 31. The event is intended to unlock the economic potential that already exists between the two countries. It will also seek to establish a foundation for long-term investment projects in Russia and Southeast Asia. Roscongress announced the plans.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 12:34

Bangkok to host 2nd Russia-Thailand Investment Forum on October 29-31 — Roscongress

US war against Iran to cost German households €16.8 billion, report says

A report estimates that the consequences of the US war against Iran will cost German households €16.8 billion. The study identifies pensioners as one of the groups likely to be affected most heavily by the economic impact.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 11:47

US war against Iran to cost German households €16.8 billion, report says

Fitch affirms India rating on robust growth, flags youth job risks to fiscal profile

Fitch has kept India’s sovereign rating at BBB-. The agency points to strong economic growth as a support for the rating. It also says India’s fiscal metrics remain weak. Growing concern about youth unemployment could place additional pressure on the country’s fiscal profile, Fitch reckons.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 10:50

Fitch affirms India rating on robust growth, flags youth job risks to fiscal profile

US small-business sentiment reaches 11-month high in July, labor shortages worry owners

Sentiment among U.S. small-business owners climbed to its highest level in 11 months during July. A sharp increase in the share planning to hire suggests the previous month’s decline in nonfarm payrolls may have been temporary. At the same time, labor shortages remain a concern for business owners. The reading points to stronger hiring intentions despite ongoing staffing difficulties.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 10:45

US small-business sentiment reaches 11-month high in July, labor shortages worry owners

BRICS nations discuss linking payment systems and CBDCs, RBI chief says

BRICS members are considering ways to connect their national fast-payment systems, according to Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra. The discussions also cover possible links between the countries’ central bank digital currencies. Malhotra made the remarks at an event on Tuesday. The initiative remains under discussion, with no linkage announced in the statement.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 08:30

BRICS nations discuss linking payment systems and CBDCs, RBI chief says

Australian delivery drivers to receive minimum $31.30 an hour in ‘world-leading’ decision

Australia’s Fair Work Commission has approved a landmark agreement setting a minimum hourly rate of $31.30 for delivery drivers. Gig workers will also receive insurance coverage for injuries sustained while working. The commission’s new minimum-standards order applies to workers delivering food, drinks or groceries on demand, as well as the digital platforms that hire them. It is due to take effect on 17 August.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 08:25

Australian delivery drivers to receive minimum $31.30 an hour in ‘world-leading’ decision

China’s e-commerce logistics index edges down in July

China’s e-commerce logistics index slipped by 0.2 points from June to 111.2 in July. The China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing said the decline came after major online promotional campaigns ended. Demand subsequently returned to normal levels, contributing to the modest monthly decrease.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 07:45

China’s e-commerce logistics index edges down in July

Yen wobbles as intervention afterglow fades; RBA holds rates steady

The yen moved unevenly near the key 160 level on Tuesday. A joint intervention by the United States and Japan had failed to provide a durable lift, leaving its market impact to fade. The Australian dollar, by contrast, stayed firm near an eight-week high. That followed the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged, as markets had expected.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 06:35

Yen wobbles as intervention afterglow fades; RBA holds rates steady

Gold touches $4,400 as traders turn to US inflation data

Gold climbed above $4,400 an ounce to reach a two-month high. The advance came ahead of a key US inflation report. Traders are looking to the data for fresh indications of the Federal Reserve’s willingness to raise interest rates. The report could therefore offer new clues about the direction of US monetary policy.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 06:00

Gold touches $4,400 as traders turn to US inflation data

Gold rises for third straight session as investors await inflation data

Gold prices climbed for a third consecutive session on Tuesday, reaching their highest level in more than two months. Investors are turning their attention to inflation reports due soon. The data may offer indications about the outlook for U.S. interest rates. Markets are watching for clues about how inflation will shape expectations for future rate decisions.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 05:25

Gold rises for third straight session as investors await inflation data

Malaysia’s June industrial production rises 6.5%, below forecasts

Malaysia’s industrial production index increased 6.5% year on year in June, according to government data released on Tuesday. The result fell short of expectations. It indicates continued growth in industrial activity, although the expansion was weaker than forecast.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 05:15

Malaysia’s June industrial production rises 6.5%, below forecasts

RBA holds cash rate at 4.35% as Sydney and Melbourne house prices fall

The Reserve Bank of Australia has left its cash rate unchanged at 4.35%, in a decision that was widely expected. The move comes despite persistent concerns about elevated inflation. Sydney and Melbourne property prices have undergone a steep decline following three rate increases earlier this year and major reforms to taxes affecting investors. The decision keeps attention focused on the tension between inflation worries and weakening housing markets.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 04:30

RBA holds cash rate at 4.35% as Sydney and Melbourne house prices fall

Oil Holds Gains, Asian Stocks Set for Muted Open: Markets Wrap

Government bonds across Asia Pacific moved lower alongside Treasuries. Oil’s four-day advance brought inflation worries back into focus ahead of key US consumer price figures due later this week. Gold continued to rise as well. Asian equities were heading toward a subdued opening amid the shifting market outlook.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 04:00

Oil Holds Gains, Asian Stocks Set for Muted Open: Markets Wrap

Nvidia Nears $500 Billion AI Infrastructure Funding Partnership With Wall Street, FT Says

A group of major US investment firms is reportedly close to forming a partnership with Nvidia. The proposed arrangement would involve $500 billion in funding. The money would support the construction of artificial-intelligence infrastructure. The Financial Times attributed the information to people familiar with the matter.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-11 03:00

Nvidia Nears $500 Billion AI Infrastructure Funding Partnership With Wall Street, FT Says

Nvidia gets $500bn from major investors to develop AI infrastructure
Nvidia has secured $500bn from major investors for artificial-intelligence infrastructure. The funding is intended for new data centres. These facilities will house and operate vast arrays of stacked computer chips. They will also provide the cooling needed for chips that process AI data and actions.
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BBBC News★★★★☆2026-08-10 22:31Original

Singapore raises 2026 growth forecast on AI boom after robust Q2 GDP

Singapore has lifted its forecast for economic growth in 2026. The government said stronger-than-expected global investment in artificial intelligence should help sustain activity during the second half of the year. It also expects the Middle East war to have a milder economic impact than previously anticipated. The revision follows robust gross domestic product performance in the second quarter.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 02:30

Singapore raises 2026 growth forecast on AI boom after robust Q2 GDP

Shenzhen deepens links with APEC economies

Shenzhen is deepening its links with economies participating in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 00:37

Shenzhen deepens links with APEC economies

US SEC charges Netcapital with fraud over alleged revenue inflation

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged fintech company Netcapital with securities fraud on Monday. The regulator alleges that Netcapital carried out a scheme to overstate its revenue. The case centers on the company’s reported income and the alleged deception tied to those figures. The charges represent an enforcement action by the SEC, while the allegations remain claims in the case.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-10 21:25

US SEC charges Netcapital with fraud over alleged revenue inflation

Russia’s central bank urges lenders to ease terms for businesses hit by Ukrainian drone strikes

Russia’s central bank has recommended that banks help small and medium-sized businesses affected by what it describes as “terrorist attacks.” The wording refers to Ukrainian drone strikes on warehouses and logistics centers. Lenders are being urged to support companies whose operations were hit by those attacks. The recommendation concerns financial terms for the affected businesses.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 16:48

Russia’s central bank urges lenders to ease terms for businesses hit by Ukrainian drone strikes

Why the Rhine drought is bad news for Germany’s recovery

Germany’s inland waterways continue to carry roughly 5% of the country’s goods. The Rhine has now fallen to a critically low level, putting pressure on a key transport route. DW examines how the drought is affecting the economy at a vulnerable point and why that threatens Germany’s recovery.

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Why the Rhine drought is bad news for Germany’s recovery

Australia’s falling house prices may benefit mortgage holders. Here’s why

Australia’s declining house prices could offer mortgage holders an unexpected benefit. Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock has made clear that the easing property market is on her mind. Lower prices reduce the likelihood that the central bank will raise interest rates again. The RBA board will not be meeting on Monday and Tuesday to discuss ways of supporting Sydney’s house values, underscoring that policymakers are not focused on propping up the market.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 15:00

Australia’s falling house prices may benefit mortgage holders. Here’s why

UK stock indexes subdued as investors await GDP data

London’s stock indexes were subdued on Monday after advancing last week. Investors paused as they assessed corporate earnings and waited for upcoming economic figures. The reports are being watched for indications of the British economy’s health. Market attention therefore remained focused on fresh clues about economic conditions.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-10 14:50

UK stock indexes subdued as investors await GDP data

Snapshots of US Factory Jobs Data Mask Longer-Term Challenges

Short-term snapshots of US factory employment obscure deeper, longer-term difficulties. A closer examination of manufacturing jobs indicates that the revival promised by Trump is taking shape slowly and has yet to materialize fully.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 14:30

Snapshots of US Factory Jobs Data Mask Longer-Term Challenges

Bank of Russia advises lenders to support entrepreneurs hit by terrorist attacks

The Bank of Russia is advising lenders to assist entrepreneurs affected by terrorist attacks. The regulator says banks should not impose fines or penalties when those borrowers fall behind on payments. It also urges lenders not to demand that the loans be repaid ahead of schedule. The guidance is aimed at easing the financial pressure on the affected business owners.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 13:11

Bank of Russia advises lenders to support entrepreneurs hit by terrorist attacks

Eastern Economic Forum to discuss prospects for launching low-altitude economy

The Eastern Economic Forum is set to discuss the prospects of launching a low-altitude economy. The forum will take place from September 1 to 4 in Vladivostok. Its venue will be the campus of Far Eastern Federal University. The discussion is part of the forum’s scheduled programme.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-10 11:30

Eastern Economic Forum to discuss prospects for launching low-altitude economy

A surprising trend suggests the US wealth gap may be narrowing

A notable pattern has emerged in Bank of America accounts over the past several months. The difference between wealthy and poor Americans appears to be getting smaller. The trend is described as surprising because it points toward a possible narrowing of the country’s wealth divide. The account data has drawn attention to a potential shift in the distribution of financial resources across the United States.

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CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 11:01

A surprising trend suggests the US wealth gap may be narrowing

Egypt’s annual urban consumer inflation quickens to 14.9% in July

Egypt’s annual urban consumer inflation rose to 14.9% in July, according to the state statistics agency CAPMAS. The agency said the rate stood at 14.3% in June. The figures indicate that price growth in Egypt’s urban consumer market accelerated compared with the previous month.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 09:50

Egypt’s annual urban consumer inflation quickens to 14.9% in July

Rupee held steady by central bank, traders eye oil turmoil

The Indian rupee stayed within a narrow trading range on Monday. Expected intervention by the central bank helped limit the effect of higher oil prices and increased dollar demand linked to maturing contracts in the non-deliverable forwards market. Traders remained alert to further disruption from oil-price movements.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 08:50

Rupee held steady by central bank, traders eye oil turmoil

EconoScope: China’s ‘golden mega-ring’ signals the next phase of transport development

China plans to fully link three major national highways during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, running from 2026 to 2030. The project is expected to create a transport loop measuring 27,000 kilometers. It will extend along the country’s borders and eastern coastline, presenting a broad new stage in China’s transport development.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 08:14

EconoScope: China’s ‘golden mega-ring’ signals the next phase of transport development

China’s CPI rises 0.5% year on year in July

China’s Consumer Price Index increased 0.5% year on year in July, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The rise was 0.5 percentage points lower than the increase recorded in June. Consumer prices therefore remained higher than a year earlier, although the pace of annual growth eased during the month.

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CChina News ServiceOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 07:04

China’s CPI rises 0.5% year on year in July

How climate change’s hard reality hit Europe’s economy this summer

Europe’s sweltering heatwaves this summer have made climate change’s consequences harder to dismiss as a problem for future generations. They have brought attention to costly economic effects that can alter people’s lives. The impacts are presented as already having arrived, rather than as a distant risk. The extreme heat has therefore made the economic reality of climate change immediate for Europe.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-10 05:15

How climate change’s hard reality hit Europe’s economy this summer

Dollar hovers near two-month low as investors await U.S. inflation data

The U.S. dollar remained close to a two-month low against major currencies on Monday. Investors are waiting for inflation figures due later this week. They are looking for indications about the Federal Reserve’s future interest-rate direction. Expectations for that policy path are shaping currency trading.

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RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-10 03:20

Dollar hovers near two-month low as investors await U.S. inflation data

Japan records first current account deficit in nearly 1-1/2 years

Japan posted a current account deficit in June, the first such shortfall in 17 months. Finance ministry data released on Monday showed that strong investment by overseas investors in domestic markets increased the amount of dividend payouts. The larger payments contributed to the return to deficit. The figures mark a reversal from Japan’s recent current-account position.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-10 03:10

Japan records first current account deficit in nearly 1-1/2 years

'The wealthy poor': Soaring food prices hurt Iranian families

Iranian families across society are struggling as food prices surge. Rising inflation is adding to the pressure, while the effects of war are making their financial burden even heavier.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-09 13:23

'The wealthy poor': Soaring food prices hurt Iranian families

Germany’s trade deficit with China widens as Beijing relies less on European industry

Germany’s trade deficit with China expanded during the first half of 2026, according to preliminary figures. China nevertheless remained Germany’s largest trading partner over the period. The figures were released on Sunday by Germany Trade & Invest, a state-run agency. They also point to Beijing becoming less reliant on European industry.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-09 06:45

Germany’s trade deficit with China widens as Beijing relies less on European industry

Putin: Russia built over 955 million square meters of housing in past decade

Vladimir Putin said Russia built more than 955 million square meters of housing over the past 10 years. The Russian leader added that the necessary infrastructure has been developing alongside the construction of new homes.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-09 02:42

Putin: Russia built over 955 million square meters of housing in past decade

China’s producer inflation slows in July, below expectations

Official data showed that China’s producer prices increased for a fifth consecutive month in July. The pace of growth nevertheless slowed and fell short of expectations. Consumer-price inflation also cooled during the month. The data came as global energy prices declined despite tensions between the United States and Iran.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-09 01:50

China’s producer inflation slows in July, below expectations

Serbia and Ukraine pledge closer economic ties, eye free trade deal

Serbia says it will help rebuild Ukrainian cities and provide aid as cooperation between the two countries deepens. The partners are also looking toward a possible free trade deal. Their commitments point to broader economic ties alongside continued assistance for Ukraine. The announcement frames the relationship as expanding through both reconstruction support and trade discussions.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-08 17:05

Serbia and Ukraine pledge closer economic ties, eye free trade deal

Trump and Warsh Talk About the Economy ‘All the Time,’ Hassett Says

President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh frequently discuss the economy, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett says. Hassett characterizes their conversations as happening “all the time.” His remarks center on the regular economic discussions between Trump and Warsh. No policy decision or additional economic measure is identified in the statement.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-08 14:30

Trump and Warsh Talk About the Economy ‘All the Time,’ Hassett Says