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US producer prices slide 0.5% in October, biggest drop since 2020.

U.S. wholesale prices fell sharply last month as inflationary pressure continued to ease in the face of a year and a half of higher interest rates

The Independent UK

Are customers losing interest in Wise?

City Comment: Rising interest rates have changed things for some of London's most successful fintechs

Evening Standard

European Commission lowers growth outlook and says economy has lost momentum during a difficult year

The European Union’s executive commission has lowered its growth forecast for this year and next, saying the economy “has lost momentum” in 2023 as inflation weights on consumer spending and higher central bank interest rates deter borrowing for purchases and investment

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Bank of England ‘will not cut interest rates despite inflation fall’

The decline has been hailed as a key victory for Rishi Sunak, who pledged to halve inflation, but it is also a win for the Bank of England

Evening Standard

UK inflation drops sharply to 4.6% as energy prices fall

Decline in annual rate in October eases fears that Bank of England will raise interest rates again this year

The Guardian - UK

Dollar Sinks as CPI Report Supports View that Fed’s Rate-Hikes Are Over

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday fell sharply by -1.50% and posted a 2-1/4 month low. The dollar sold off sharply Tuesday after U.S Oct consumer prices rose less than expected, bolstering the outlook that the Fed may be finished raising interest rates. The dollar extended its losses on...

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UK inflation expected to slow sharply, easing interest rate pressure

Economists expect October’s reading to fall almost two points to 4.8%, helped by drop in energy prices

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October CPI Report: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation

A softer-than-expected CPI report could mean the Fed is done raising interest rates this cycle.

Kiplinger

Cost-Conscious Consumers are Boosting the Earnings of Discount Retailers

With higher interest rates and sticky inflation undercutting the purchasing power of most consumers, value retailers are holding up against a broader spending pullback as anxiety over the economy prompts shoppers to seek discounts and deals. Many of the off-price retailers, such as TJX Cos (TJX ), Ross Stores (ROST...

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Interest, cost blowouts threaten SA budget surplus

High inflation, rising interest rates and cost overruns may wipe out the South Australian government's projected budget surplus, the auditor-general has found.

AAP

Tough housing market is luring buyers without kids and higher incomes

A report from the National Association of Realtors shows the average home buyer this past year had a six-figure income. Others face challenges in a period of high prices and costly home loans.

WEKU

FTSE 100 Live: Flat US inflation powers shares as London blue-chips close up 0.2%, BT cuts pension deficit

UK inflation fell to just 4.6%, its lowest level since 2021, in a key political victory for Rishi Sunak as well as a win in the Bank of England's battle to get prices back under control.

Evening Standard

Inflation likely eased last month thanks to cheaper gas but underlying price pressures may stay high

Inflation in the United States likely remained high last month, a trend that if sustained could raise concerns at the Federal Reserve, which is considering whether to raise interest rates again

The Independent UK

CBA posts $2.5b in 1Q24 profit as arrears stay low

Australia's biggest bank says there was just a modest increase in late payments in the September quarter, despite the impact of higher interest rates.

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Consumers, businesses still wary about the future

Consumer confidence has taken a hit after another round of interest rate pain, with businesses also cautious about the outlook despite economic resilience.

Fortune

Morgan Stanley’s investment chief expects stocks to rise just 2% in all of 2024—but these AI-era picks and defensive plays could help investors outperform

“The leading macro data suggests that we're in a late cycle market environment,” Morgan Stanley's Wilson wrote Monday, adding that it's stock pickers' world.

StockNews.com

3 Insurance Stock Buys for a Profitable November

Despite signs of the Fed achieving a soft landing, additional rate hikes could be in the offing. Insurance companies usually benefit from rising interest rates. Amid this backdrop, it could be prudent to buy fundamentally strong insurance stocks Loews (L), MS&AD Insurance Group (MSADY), and The Hartford Financial Services Group…

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Analyzing 3 Insurance Stocks With Buy Potential

The Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry’s prospects appear promising, thanks to robust demand and rapid digitalization. Moreover, insurance companies benefit from higher interest rates. Thus, quality insurance stocks W.R. Berkley (WRB), CNA Financial (CNA), and Donegal Group (DGICA) could be ideal buys now. Continue reading….

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The Guardian - UK

Rising interest rates wipe £200m off British Land’s property portfolio

Underlying profits, however, up 3.4% to £142m in half year to end of September, driven by higher market rents

The Street

The year-end rally looks solid, but a grinch could derail it

After last week's rally led by chip stocks and the likes of Apple, Microsoft and Nvidia, stocks appear set to move higher. But one miscalculation is possible this week and could derail markets.

The Guardian - UK

Cash Isas back in fashion as interest rates rise to 5%-plus

More savers look set to turn to products that allow them to accumulate cash tax-free

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Top 3 High Yield Bond ETFs Investors Want

The stock market will likely remain volatile as it faces a plethora of challenges, including the possibility of the Fed keeping interest rates higher for longer. Amid this backdrop, it could be wise to invest in top high-yield bond ETFs iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG), iShares…

Caixin Global

Caixin Summit: Yuan Wins More Overseas Favor as Financing Currency Due to Lower Costs, Economist Says

High interest rates in developed economies are driving the broader use of the redback, Standard Chartered economist Becky Liu says

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Stock Index Futures Mixed as Powell’s Hawkish Comments Weigh on Sentiment

December S&P 500 futures (ESZ23) are up +0.08%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ23) are down -0.16% this morning after three major U.S. benchmark indices closed lower on Thursday as hawkish remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell tempered optimism regarding a peak in interest rates.

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Where Investors Run To When There's Nowhere Else To Hide

Fund investors saw a lot of red ink on their statements in October from the stock market.

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