Inflation

Mexico's central bank (Banxico) cut its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to 6.75% on March 26, 2026—following its prior reduction to 7% in December 2025—approved by a 3-2 vote amid persistent inflationary pressures from fruit/vegetable surges and geopolitical tensions. The Board signaled potential for another cut based on evolving conditions, with analysts split on timing.

March 27, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

India's 10-year benchmark bond yield rose 7 basis points to 6.94% on Friday, signaling concerns over inflation and potential monetary tightening. High Brent crude prices above $100 per barrel, driven by the West Asia conflict, have intensified fears, compounded by the rupee falling below 94 to the dollar.

Global markets tumbled as US-Iran tensions and prolonged Israeli conflict drove oil prices higher. Asian shares and futures dipped, with investors preparing for extended fighting. The inflationary pressures have reduced expectations for central bank rate cuts.

March 21, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Conab and Dieese data show that São Paulo's basic food basket cost R$ 852.87 in February, the highest among Brazilian capitals, equating to 56.88% of the minimum wage. It requires 115 hours and 45 minutes of work to purchase, the longest time recorded. Despite a 0.18% drop from January, costs remain high.

Brazil's National Treasury repurchased R$ 27.5 billion in public bonds on Monday (16) to curb surging future interest rates, driven by the war in Iran and rising oil prices. The operation, the largest since 2020, precedes the Copom meeting on the Selic rate, currently at 15% per year. Expectations point to a smaller rate cut.

March 16, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Nanatiling nangungunang alalahanin ng mga Pilipino ang inflation ayon sa unang quarter survey ng Pulse Asia na isinagawa noong Pebrero 27 hanggang Marso 2. Sinusundan ito ng paglaban sa korapsyon at pagtaas ng sahod ng mga manggagawa. Halos walang pagbabago kumpara sa nakaraang survey noong Disyembre.