Sweden's Economy Extends Growth Streak as Inflation Cools and Domestic Demand Softens
Sweden's economy expanded for a third straight month as GDP and industrial output remained strong, while inflation eased & consumer spending softened
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Eurozone Inflation Cools More Than Expected as Energy Price Pressures Ease
Eurozone inflation slowed to 2.8% in June, below forecasts, as energy and services inflation eased, reinforcing expectations for ECB monetary policy.
France Inflation Slows to 1.8% as Energy Price Pressures Ease
Inflation eased to 1.8% in June, below expectations, as energy, food and services inflation slowed
Yen Slides to 40-Year Low as Hawkish BOJ Expectations Lift Bond Yields Despite Economic Headwinds
Japan's yen fell to its weakest level since 1986 while 10-year bond yields climbed on growing expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes
Spain's Economy Grows 0.6% in Q1 as Investment and Exports Lose Momentum
Spain's economy expanded 0.6% in Q1 2026, supported by household spending, while investment and exports weakened, official data showed.
Australia Inflation Slows to Three-Month Low as Fuel Pressures Ease
Australia's inflation unexpectedly slowed to 4.0% in May as fuel price pressures eased, though price growth remained above the central bank's target.
Bank of Japan Signals Further Rate Hikes as Inflation Moves Toward Target
Bank of Japan policymakers signaled further interest-rate hikes as inflation moves toward the 2% target and financial conditions remain supportive.
Canada Inflation Hits Highest Level Since 2023 as Gasoline Prices Surge
Canada's inflation accelerated to 3.2% in May, the highest since 2023, as gasoline prices surged following Middle East energy disruptions.
Russia Cuts Rates Less Than Expected Despite Cooling Inflation
Russia cut interest rates by less than expected as a stronger ruble slowed inflation, while policymakers warned that price risks remain elevated.
UK Retail Sales Jump 1.2% in Surprise Boost to Economy
UK retail sales rose 1.2% in May, beating forecasts and signaling consumer resilience despite higher energy prices and slowing growth.
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