Inflation | Euronews

English Newsletters Events Podcasts Videos Africanews Search

Markets

Ahead in the market: All eyes remain focused on inflation

This week, investors will focus on inflation data from the major Eurozone economies, seeking clues about the interest rate path of the European Central Bank (ECB).

Economy

Shoppers hit by rising prices as costs soar over past five years

Items such as olive oil, baked beans and sugar have risen particularly steeply with adverse weather, geopolitical concerns and global inflation contributing to the rise.

Economy

German economy expands slightly in first quarter of 2024

Increases in foreign trade has also gone a long way in supporting this higher GDP figure. However, despite falling inflation, German consumers remain cautious when it comes to spending.

Economy

April showers dampen UK retail sales as shoppers stay indoors

The removal of non-food sales, such as furniture, clothing and footwear, was one reason for the disappointing figure.

ADVERTISEMENT

Economy

UK inflation slows less than predicted: Is a summer rate cut in doubt?

UK inflation slowed to 2.3% in April 2024, the lowest since July 2021, down from 3.2% in March, but missed the predicted drop to 2.1%. Core inflation, excluding energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco, rose by 3.9% year-on-year, above expectations.

Economy

Beyond the peak: How has the inflation crisis shaped the UK economy?

UK inflation data due on Wednesday is expected to fall close to the government’s 2% target. Almost three years on from the start of price spikes, how has the economy changed?

Markets

Wake up and smell the coffee but where's the best value espresso?

Coffee prices continue to rise in the continent but at a considerably slower rate than last year's double-digit price hikes.

Economy

Commission forecasts inflation tumbling, despite oil price hike

Inflation could be just 2.2% in the EU next year, as voters cite concerns over rising prices.

Economy

Inflation rate in Hungary edges up slightly to 3.7% in April

After 14 months of decline, the rate of inflation in Hungary rose again.

Economy

Poland keeps rates unchanged despite softening economy

Despite a fall in inflation, Poland's central bank governor remains concerned it could reignite because of higher food taxes and the potential removal of energy price limits.

Economy

Turkey inflation hits almost 70% in April dampening any rate cut hopes

Turkey’s inflation accelerated to 69.8% annually for the month of April, according to latest data from the Turkish Statistical Institute.

Economy

Eurozone growth tops estimates as April inflation holds steady at 2.6%

Eurozone economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2024, beating expectations and marking the strongest growth since Q3 2022. Annual inflation remained stable at 2.4%, while core inflation slowed to 2.7%, likely clearing the path towards the first ECB rate cut in June.

Economy

Looking forward to a relaxing retirement? Then start saving fast

More than one third of Europeans are still not saving enough for retirement, with about 40% saying that the current economic climate had eroded their pension contributions.

Economy

Spanish inflation hits three-month high on gas and food prices

German inflation, on the other hand, remained at almost three-year lows, as services inflation slowed further.

Markets

Markets this week: Focus will be on Eurozone CPI and Fed Rate Decision

This week, the financial market will centre on the Eurozone's flash CPI data for insights into the ECB's rate path, while attention will also be on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy meeting to gauge investment sentiment.

Economy

How financially literate are Europeans? Not very - but who knows most?

EU citizens are not doing well when it comes to financial literacy. Nearly half lack an understanding of basic financial concepts, including inflation.

Business

The 'pink tax': Why is women and men's purchasing power so different?

The "pink tax" is a little-known phenomenon that occurs on certain sale items which can have a surprisingly frustrating effect on consumers.

Economy

Low-income Europeans facing hard times over housing cost struggle

ECB research shows that more than one-fourth of low-income households expect late payments on their mortgages in the coming months.

Business

Ireland's house prices continue to rise: Top picks for home buyers

The average price of a home in Ireland was €323,000 as of February, according to new figures. Prices still vary significantly across the regions.

Economy

Eurozone inflation eases: What impact will it have on interest rates?

As new eurozone inflation figures are released, Euronews looks at recent trends in euro area inflation, including shifts in key components, differences among member countries - and market expectations regarding ECB rate cuts.