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- 1Bill Ackman says Fed rate hike could worsen inflation▼Bill Ackman says the Fed’s rate hike could make inflation worse
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman argues that the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate hike could actually make inflation worse rather than curb it. His warning challenges the central bank's standard playbook, suggesting higher rates may raise costs and stoke price pressures, and is fueling debate among investors and economists about the Fed's policy path.
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Shipping costs are climbing sharply, adding fresh inflationary pressure to the UK economy. Higher freight rates typically feed through to import prices, affecting retailers, manufacturers and consumers alike. The rise adds to concerns about the UK's economic outlook, which is already strained by elevated prices and sluggish growth, prompting debate among economists and businesses about the impact on trade.
- 3RBA expected to lift cash rate to 4.6%, highest since 2011●RBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to raise the cash rate to 4.6%, which would take borrowing costs to their highest level since 2011. The anticipated hike is drawing attention from homeowners and economists concerned about mortgage repayments and inflation, with debate focused on how much further the bank will go to bring prices under control.
- 4Bill Ackman says the Fed 'just made a mistake' on rates▼Bill Ackman thinks the Fed ‘just made a mistake’ — and higher rates will make inflation worse, not better
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman criticised the Federal Reserve, arguing its latest rate decision was a mistake and that higher rates will make inflation worse rather than better. He joins a group of investors and economists who contend that raising borrowing costs raises business expenses and housing costs, which can feed into prices instead of curbing them.
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The Economist examines how climate change is reshaping national security, arguing that rising temperatures, extreme weather and resource pressures are becoming core defense and foreign policy concerns rather than purely environmental ones. The piece highlights how governments are being forced to plan for climate-driven instability, migration and strategic competition alongside traditional military threats.
- 6Bill Ackman calls Fed rate hike a mistake on inflation▼Bill Ackman says Fed rate hike was a ‘mistake’ that could make inflation worse
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman criticized the Federal Reserve's latest rate hike, calling it a mistake that he argues could actually make inflation worse rather than curb it. His comments add to a running debate among investors and economists over whether the central bank is tightening policy too aggressively as price pressures persist.
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Australia's central bank is expected to deliver another interest rate increase, with economists warning the tightening cycle is raising the risk of pushing the economy into recession. Higher borrowing costs would add further pressure on households already dealing with elevated living costs, and markets are watching closely for the Reserve Bank's next decision on the cash rate.
- 8European industry is doing better than expected●European industry is doing better than you may think
The Economist argues that European industry is in stronger shape than commonly believed, pushing back against widespread narratives of industrial decline in Europe. The piece suggests that despite energy costs and competition from China and the US, the continent's manufacturing base remains more resilient than pessimistic commentary implies. The assessment is drawing attention amid ongoing debates over Europe's economic competitiveness and industrial policy.
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New figures show bank lending to eurozone businesses dropped sharply in August, falling to about half its previous level. The slowdown points to tightening credit conditions and weakening demand for corporate borrowing as higher interest rates weigh on investment across the currency bloc. Economists are watching whether the trend will persist.
- 10Australia's big four banks all expect RBA rate rise●Big four banks now unanimous the RBA will lift rates next week | Finance Report | ABC NEWS
Australia's four major banks are now unanimous in forecasting that the Reserve Bank of Australia will raise interest rates at its meeting next week. The shift to a shared expectation reflects growing conviction among economists that tighter monetary policy is needed to curb persistent inflation, and borrowers are bracing for another increase in mortgage costs.
- 11Economist explains why Alberta's growth is outpacing Canada▼Q&A: Economist explains why Alberta’s economic growth is leaving the rest of Canada behind this year
CBC News has published a Q&A with an economist examining why Alberta's economy is growing faster than the rest of Canada this year. The discussion reportedly covers the factors driving the province's outperformance, a topic of interest given ongoing national debates about regional economic inequality, energy development, and interprovincial migration.
- 12Realtor.com Forecasts Slower Home Price Growth in 2026▼Realtor.com® 2026 Forecast Update: Home Price Growth To Cool Further, Trailing Inflation
Realtor.com has updated its 2026 housing forecast, projecting that home price growth will cool further and fall behind the pace of inflation. The revised outlook suggests sellers may see weaker price gains while buyers could face somewhat improved affordability, though elevated mortgage rates continue to weigh on the market heading into next year.
- 13Europe's most wanted drug lord built cocaine empire in Sierra Leone●Один із найбільш розшукуваних наркоторговців Європи перетворив Сьєрра-Леоне на базу своєї кокаїнової імперії, — The Econ
The Economist reports that Jos Leijdekkers, one of Europe's most wanted drug traffickers, turned Sierra Leone into a base for his cocaine empire. According to the investigation, the Dutchman arrived in the country posing as a Turkish investor, building connections with government and security officials. The revelations are drawing attention to drug networks' growing foothold in West Africa and local authorities' alleged complicity.
- 14Mortgage Rates Climb Above 7%, Raising Housing Market Fears●Mortgage Rates Exceed 7%. Where Will the Housing Market Go?
US mortgage rates have pushed past 7%, prompting questions about where the housing market is headed. Higher borrowing costs are expected to price out more buyers, reduce affordability, and cool home sales further. Commentators are debating whether prices will fall as demand weakens, or whether tight housing supply will keep values elevated despite the steep cost of financing.
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Homes across Ontario are taking months to sell, a sharp change from the fast-moving market of recent years. Local reporting points to buyers holding back amid high borrowing costs and prices that sellers have been slow to adjust, leaving listings lingering and giving buyers more room to negotiate.
- 16Home asking prices dip over the past year▼Home asking prices have dipped in the past year. See how they've changed over a decade.
Home asking prices in the United States have declined over the past year, according to a new analysis from Laredo Morning Times. The report also tracks how prices have shifted over the past decade, giving buyers and sellers a longer view of the housing market beyond the recent cooling. The dip adds to ongoing debate about whether the housing market is finally softening after years of steep increases.
- 17AMP economist says Brisbane houses 61% overvalued●Brisbane houses 61% overvalued: AMP's Shane Oliver
AMP chief economist Shane Oliver says Brisbane houses are 61% overvalued, according to his assessment of Australian property prices. The claim adds to debate over whether Brisbane's housing market, which boomed in recent years, is due for a correction as high interest rates weigh on affordability.