U.S. stocks pulled back after a disappointing economic update raised fresh concerns about the health of the American economy. Markets in Australia and across the Asia-Pacific...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
Author: First Financial News Desk
Japan’s inflation gauge beats forecasts in Q2, adding pressure on the Bank of Japan
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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Chief Sees Inflation Cooling Toward Target
Sri Lanka’s central bank governor has signaled that the country’s inflation rate is on track to slow toward the bank’s official goal, offering a cautiously optimistic...
Japan’s Economy Slows in Q2 as Inflation Stays Elevated
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