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'Wife Scolded Me': Japan Minister Apologises For "Never Bought Rice" Remark
Japan's farm minister Taku Eto apologised on Monday after saying he has "never had to buy rice" thanks to gifts from supporters, angering consumers grappling with sky-high prices of the staple food.
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US Consumer Inflation Cools To 2.4% In March: Government Data
US consumer inflation cooled last month on plunging gas prices, according to government data published Wednesday, as consumers and businesses waited nervously for President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs to come into effect.
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"Midwest Burnin' In Your Dumpster Fire": China AI Videos Mock Trump Tariffs
China's state-run media has taken to the internet with AI-generated videos, featuring dancing robots and fraught consumers, to chide US President Donald Trump and tariffs they say threaten high inflation and economic distress for Americans.
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Taking Timely Decisions To Stabilise Food Prices: Centre
The central government on Friday said it is closely monitoring the prices and availability of essential food commodities to ensure affordability to consumers and maintain a stable price regime.
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Prospects Of Economy Expected To Improve In 2025: RBI Governor
Facing criticism over the central bank prioritising inflation over growth, the new RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Monday said that prospects of the Indian economy are expected to improve on the back of high consumer and business confidence in 2025.
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Retail Inflation Rises To 6.21% In October, Compared To 5.49% In September
Retail inflation rose to 6.21 per cent in October from 5.49 per cent in the preceding month mainly due to higher food prices, breaching the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) upper tolerance level, according to government data released today.
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This Short-Horned Lizard Squirts Toxic Blood From its Eyes
The Greater Short-Horned Lizard, often called the "horny toad," is notable for its unique defensive strategies. When threatened, it can squirt a jet of blood from its eyes, reaching distances of up to 5 feet. This startling display confuses predators and provides a crucial escape opportunity. Additionally, the lizard can inflate its body, appearing...
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Cash-Strapped Sri Lanka Records First Deflation Since 1995
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's economy recorded falling consumer prices for the first time in 29 years, official data showed Monday, with the September inflation figure dipping to negative 0.5 per cent.
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Retail Inflation At 3.65 Per Cent In August: Government Data
Inflation in the food basket was 5.66 per cent in August, marginally up from 5.42 per cent in July.
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McDonald's Faces Double-Digit Dip In Sales Worldwide For The First Time In Four Years
McDonalds has experienced an unexpected double-digit drop in global sales for the first time in nearly four years, with net income falling by 12% to $2 billion in the second quarter.
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US Voters Prefer Trump On Economy, Biden For Democracy: Survey
several years of fast-rising consumer prices, though inflation has slowed considerably in recent months and the jobless rate has been below 4% for more than two years.
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India To See Higher Consumer Spending With Ease In Inflation: Rating Agency Fitch
Putting an end to the debate on India's growth based on the government's capex push, global rating agency Fitch Ratings said that consumer spending will increase with elevated consumer confidence, a sign of enhanced income for people.
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Inflation Likely Eased To 4.91% In March, A 5-Month Low: Survey
India's consumer price inflation likely eased to a five-month low of 4.91% in March but was still above the Reserve Bank of India's 4% medium-term target as food price rises persist, according to economists polled by Reuters.
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FMCG Firms Hike Prices By Up To 10% Amid Demand Slowdown
Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) firms are increasing prices by up to 10 per cent to keep revenue high amid a sustained slowdown in demand.
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Dollar Steady, Bitcoin Holds Gains Ahead of Expected Spot ETF Approval
A decline in US consumer inflation expectations kept the dollar rally in check on Tuesday as traders reaffirmed their bets for a slew of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.
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'Wife Scolded Me': Japan Minister Apologises For "Never Bought Rice" Remark
Japan's farm minister Taku Eto apologised on Monday after saying he has "never had to buy rice" thanks to gifts from supporters, angering consumers grappling with sky-high prices of the staple food.
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US Consumer Inflation Cools To 2.4% In March: Government Data
US consumer inflation cooled last month on plunging gas prices, according to government data published Wednesday, as consumers and businesses waited nervously for President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs to come into effect.
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"Midwest Burnin' In Your Dumpster Fire": China AI Videos Mock Trump Tariffs
China's state-run media has taken to the internet with AI-generated videos, featuring dancing robots and fraught consumers, to chide US President Donald Trump and tariffs they say threaten high inflation and economic distress for Americans.
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Taking Timely Decisions To Stabilise Food Prices: Centre
The central government on Friday said it is closely monitoring the prices and availability of essential food commodities to ensure affordability to consumers and maintain a stable price regime.
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Prospects Of Economy Expected To Improve In 2025: RBI Governor
Facing criticism over the central bank prioritising inflation over growth, the new RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Monday said that prospects of the Indian economy are expected to improve on the back of high consumer and business confidence in 2025.
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Retail Inflation Rises To 6.21% In October, Compared To 5.49% In September
Retail inflation rose to 6.21 per cent in October from 5.49 per cent in the preceding month mainly due to higher food prices, breaching the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) upper tolerance level, according to government data released today.
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This Short-Horned Lizard Squirts Toxic Blood From its Eyes
The Greater Short-Horned Lizard, often called the "horny toad," is notable for its unique defensive strategies. When threatened, it can squirt a jet of blood from its eyes, reaching distances of up to 5 feet. This startling display confuses predators and provides a crucial escape opportunity. Additionally, the lizard can inflate its body, appearing...
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Cash-Strapped Sri Lanka Records First Deflation Since 1995
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's economy recorded falling consumer prices for the first time in 29 years, official data showed Monday, with the September inflation figure dipping to negative 0.5 per cent.
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Retail Inflation At 3.65 Per Cent In August: Government Data
Inflation in the food basket was 5.66 per cent in August, marginally up from 5.42 per cent in July.
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McDonald's Faces Double-Digit Dip In Sales Worldwide For The First Time In Four Years
McDonalds has experienced an unexpected double-digit drop in global sales for the first time in nearly four years, with net income falling by 12% to $2 billion in the second quarter.
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US Voters Prefer Trump On Economy, Biden For Democracy: Survey
several years of fast-rising consumer prices, though inflation has slowed considerably in recent months and the jobless rate has been below 4% for more than two years.
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India To See Higher Consumer Spending With Ease In Inflation: Rating Agency Fitch
Putting an end to the debate on India's growth based on the government's capex push, global rating agency Fitch Ratings said that consumer spending will increase with elevated consumer confidence, a sign of enhanced income for people.
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Inflation Likely Eased To 4.91% In March, A 5-Month Low: Survey
India's consumer price inflation likely eased to a five-month low of 4.91% in March but was still above the Reserve Bank of India's 4% medium-term target as food price rises persist, according to economists polled by Reuters.
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FMCG Firms Hike Prices By Up To 10% Amid Demand Slowdown
Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) firms are increasing prices by up to 10 per cent to keep revenue high amid a sustained slowdown in demand.
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Dollar Steady, Bitcoin Holds Gains Ahead of Expected Spot ETF Approval
A decline in US consumer inflation expectations kept the dollar rally in check on Tuesday as traders reaffirmed their bets for a slew of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.
