Japan Core Inflation Surpasses Expectations in April âšī¸
Japan's core CPI rose 3.5% in April 2025, marking the highest reading in over two years and suggesting continued monetary policy tightening by the Bank of Japan.
Sustained inflation above the BOJ's target indicates economic resilience and potential interest rate adjustments, which could influence global market dynamics and investment strategies.
UK Core Inflation Rate Highest in A Year âšī¸
UK's annual core inflation rate increased to 3.8% in April 2025, surpassing market expectations and showing acceleration in both goods and services inflation rates.
Persistent inflation above market expectations suggests potential economic challenges, indicating continued monetary policy pressures and potential risks to investment portfolios with European and global market exposures.
Singapore Core Inflation Rate Hits 3-Month High âšī¸
Singapore's core consumer prices rose 0.7% year-on-year in April 2025, accelerating from previous months and driven by higher services and food inflation, while retail goods experienced deflation.
Moderate inflation signals stable economic conditions with incremental price pressures, suggesting limited immediate market disruption. Core inflation remains within projected range, indicating controlled economic environment.