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Australian Chocolate Prices Surge Amidst Broader Cost-of-Living Crisis

Rising global cacao prices, coupled with a weak Australian dollar, have led to a significant price increase in chocolate bars, exemplified by a Lindt bar costing \$8.50, while supermarkets show grocery prices 3.7 percent higher year-on-year, and service industries are cutting services alongside pric...

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European Energy Prices Remain Elevated Despite Recent Decreases

European natural gas prices ended March 27th at €41/MWh, significantly higher than last year despite a recent drop from February highs; the EU's gas storage capacity is at 33.6%, and Brent crude oil prices are 14% lower than last year, while OPEC+ production cuts are expected to partially offset inc...

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Trump's Tariffs Exacerbate Inflation, Causing Financial Strain on American Households

President Trump's trade policies, specifically tariffs, are causing significant financial hardship for American consumers due to increased prices and stagnant wages, with the Tax Foundation projecting an 8% effective tariff rate by 2025, the highest in 55 years, potentially costing the average house...

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Consumer Pessimism Worsens as Inflation Persists and Trade War Expands

Days before the White House expands its trade war, new economic reports reveal worsening consumer pessimism amidst persistent inflation; consumer spending is slowing as households cut back on non-essentials, while businesses delay investments due to tariff uncertainty, potentially leading to a toxic...

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Ruble Exchange Rate Forecast: 83-90 Rubles per Dollar in April

Financial analysts predict the dollar to trade between 83-90 rubles, the euro 87-94 rubles, and the yuan 11.1-12.1 rubles in April, with geopolitical factors and inflation significantly influencing the ruble's volatility.

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Trump Tariffs and Inflation: A Double Blow to American Households

Proposed Trump tariffs, coupled with high inflation (23% over five years), could cost the average American household $2,000 annually in disposable income, impacting consumer confidence and potentially triggering an economic slowdown.

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UK Company Profits to Plunge to Lowest Level Since 2008 Financial Crisis

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) warns that UK company profits will plummet to their lowest level since the 2008 financial crisis, dropping to 14.3 percent of GDP this year from 15.1 percent in 2024 due to inflation-busting pay rises and increased business costs, including a £25 billion ri...

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U.S. Economic Confidence Plummets Amidst Trump's Trade Policies

Plummeting consumer and business confidence, driven by President Trump's trade policies and erratic decision-making, indicates a potential U.S. recession, marked by rising inflation, unemployment fears, and slowing business investment; surveys show the lowest confidence levels in years.

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US Economy Contracts 2.8% Amid Trump's Erratic Policies

The Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank projects a 2.8% contraction in the US GDP during the first quarter of 2025, primarily attributed to President Trump's erratic economic policies, including tariffs and protectionism, which have negatively impacted consumer confidence and spending, resulting in a recor...

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US Core Inflation Rises Unexpectedly in February

The Commerce Department reported that the core PCE price index increased 0.4% in February, exceeding forecasts, while consumer spending rose 0.4%, below projections; personal income increased by 0.8%.

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Spain's Inflation Rate Falls to 2.3% in March

Spain's inflation rate dropped to 2.3% in March, down seven-tenths from February, mainly due to lower energy prices from increased renewable energy production and lower fuel costs. This follows five months of increases and aligns with the European Central Bank's objectives.

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Record Gold Purchases by Central Banks Amidst Soaring Prices

In 2024, global gold production reached 3,300 tons, with central banks buying a record 483 tons in the first half of the year to reduce dollar dependence and stabilize currencies during crises; gold's March 2024 price hit a record $3,057.51 per ounce, up from $390 in March 1995.

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