Inflation
Mexico's annual inflation rises to 4.63% in early March
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Mexico's National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi) reported annual inflation at 4.63% for the first half of March 2026, exceeding analysts' estimates. The National Consumer Price Index (INPC) rose 0.62% from the previous half-month period.
The South African Reserve Bank kept its repo rate unchanged at 6.75% on Thursday, citing the ongoing Iran war and rising oil prices. Governor Lesetja Kganyago said inflation remains on target but could accelerate if the conflict persists. The bank warned of potential rate hikes later this year.
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Argentina's Central Bank (BCRA) decided to cut bank reserve requirements by five percentage points starting in April, freeing up liquidity for banks to issue more loans amid recession. Led by Santiago Bausili, the move aims to revive economic activity without derailing inflation control. Analysts note the shift to a more expansionary policy after months of monetary contraction.
The Iran war has completed 21 days, severely affecting India's economy, fuel prices, and supplies. Crude oil prices have risen from $70-73 to $108-110 per barrel, with the rupee hitting 93.70 against the dollar. Six Indians have been killed in West Asia amid the conflict.
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The Bank of Japan maintained its policy rate at 0.75% on March 19 amid growing Middle East uncertainty. The decision was widely expected by markets and central bank watchers.
Inflationsförväntningarna ökar i USA:s breakeven-räntor och eurozonens swapräntor, påverkade av senaste uttalanden från president Trump. Oljepriserna har stabiliserats i takt med minskad oro i risktillgångar, men farhågor kvarstår kring vidgande spreadar. Analytiker framhåller dessa trender som problematiska mitt i pågående ekonomiska konflikter.
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Attacken på Iran har drivit upp priser på el och bensin, vilket skapar risk för ny inflation och sämre konjunktur i Sverige. Lars Calmfors varnar för att politiker kan frestas av populistiska åtgärder. Kriget liknar 1970-talets oljestörningar men med moderna skillnader.
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