Inflation eases to 8.6%, bucking EU trend, but food bills keep rising
2 years, 5 months ago

Inflation eases to 8.6%, bucking EU trend, but food bills keep rising

Dutch News  

Inflation eased slightly to 8.6% in June, but households continued to feel the pinch as food prices went up by 11.2% in the past year, official figures show. The statistics agency CBS said inflation was down from 8.8% in May and a peak of 9.7% in March, mainly because gas and electricity prices are rising less quickly than they were 12 months ago. The Netherlands still has one of the highest rates in the EU at 9.9%, down from 10.2% in May, but this is against a rising trend across the 27 countries, where the average rate of inflation went up from 8.1% to 8.6% in June. The higher cost of living is also starting to drive up wages, with an average pay rise of 3.8% in 17 collective bargaining deals concluded in June, according to employers’ association AWVN.

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U.K. Inflation rises further above Bank of England's target in November
6 days, 4 hours ago

U.K. Inflation rises further above Bank of England's target in November

The Hindu  

Inflation in the U.K. has risen to its highest level since March, driven by an increase in fuel prices last month, official figures showed on Wednesday. Rate-setters had anticipated a pick-up in inflation when the central bank last cut rates in early November as price pressures eased earlier in the year — in September, inflation had fallen to its lowest …

Fuel prices vary widely: cheapest gas stations in the Netherlands revealed
6 days, 14 hours ago

Fuel prices vary widely: cheapest gas stations in the Netherlands revealed

NL Times  

Drivers searching for the cheapest fuel in the Netherlands should head to Havelte. A study by MultiTankcard, which analyzed 3,500 gas stations nationwide, found that Kreuze in the Drenthe village offered the lowest average price for E10 gasoline in 2023 at 1.7125 euros per liter, De Telegraaf reported. This allows us to serve customers affordably without compromising on quality.” The …

Dutch inflation jumped to 4 percent in November
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Dutch inflation jumped to 4 percent in November

NL Times  

Inflation in the Netherlands rose sharply in November to 4 percent on an annual basis, Statistics Netherlands reported in a quick estimate. Food, beverages, and tobacco prices rose sharply again this month by 6.2 percent compared to a year earlier. Dutch inflation based on the European harmonized calculation method rose to 3.8 percent in November, from 3.3 percent in October. …

Inflation ticks up in Europe, complicating the European Central Bank’s next move
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation ticks up in Europe, complicating the European Central Bank’s next move

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Inflation in the 20 countries that use the euro ticked up to 2.6% in July, stubbornly above the European Central Bank’s target and complicating the ECB’s next decision on whether to cut interest rates and boost growth as the economy struggles to stage a convincing recovery after a long stretch of stagnation. Services inflation, a figure closely …

Inflation ticks up in Europe, complicating the European Central Bank's next move
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation ticks up in Europe, complicating the European Central Bank's next move

The Independent  

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UK inflation stays at 2% despite surge in hotel prices
5 months, 1 week ago

UK inflation stays at 2% despite surge in hotel prices

The Independent  

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31%: The surge in food prices irking voters in the UK election
5 months, 3 weeks ago

31%: The surge in food prices irking voters in the UK election

Al Jazeera  

The cost of living is a key issue in an election expected to end 14 years of Conservative Party governance. While inflation has finally returned to the central bank’s target of 2 percent after hitting double-digit highs in 2022 and 2023, people are still paying much more for essentials, including food, than they were just a few years ago. Food …

Inflation is down in Europe. But the European Central Bank is in no hurry to make more rate cuts
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation is down in Europe. But the European Central Bank is in no hurry to make more rate cuts

The Independent  

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Inflation stable at 2.7 percent in May
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation stable at 2.7 percent in May

NL Times  

Inflation in the Netherlands amounted to 2.7 percent in May, Statistics Netherlands reported in a quick estimate. Industrial goods, excluding energy and motor fuels, saw a price decline of 1.8 percent, compared to a decline of 0.8 percent in April. Dutch inflation based on the European harmonized method was 2.7 percent in May, compared to 2.6 percent in April. Nevertheless, …

Europe’s economy shows signs of life with 0.3% growth in 1st quarter as inflation, energy woes ease
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Europe’s economy shows signs of life with 0.3% growth in 1st quarter as inflation, energy woes ease

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Europe’s economy perked up slightly at the start of the year, recording 0.3% growth in the January-March quarter compared to the last three months of 2023 as the inflation burden on consumers eased and the stagnating German economy, the continent’s biggest, started to show modest signs of life. The 20-country eurozone recorded its strongest performance since the …

Inflation has slid again in Europe. Here’s what that means for interest rates
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation has slid again in Europe. Here’s what that means for interest rates

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — The inflation that has squeezed European shoppers fell more than expected in March to 2.4%, as cost spikes in the grocery aisle eased and overall price rises headed down in the two biggest economies, Germany and France. But analysts say the decline from 2.6% in February, though welcome, would likely not be enough to move up the …

European inflation eases to 2.6% as energy prices fall and food inflation slows
9 months, 3 weeks ago

European inflation eases to 2.6% as energy prices fall and food inflation slows

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — The inflation that has ravaged the European economy eased again in February, falling to 2.6% as high interest rates, moderating oil and gas prices, and sluggish growth held back price increases in stores. The figure, closely watched by the European Central Bank as a measure of underlying inflation pressure in the economy, came in at 3.1%, down …

Inflation in Europe edges down again. But will Houthi attacks on ships spoil the relief?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Inflation in Europe edges down again. But will Houthi attacks on ships spoil the relief?

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Inflation in Europe edged lower in January to 2.8%, keeping alive speculation about quicker interest rate cuts that would lower borrowing costs for businesses and consumers — and help boost the stagnating economy. “This uncertainty could ultimately prompt central banks to delay rate cuts to give themselves more information on the inflationary impact.” Economic models suggested the …

Dutch inflation rate falls to 3.8 percent in 2023, compared to 10 percent in 2022
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Dutch inflation rate falls to 3.8 percent in 2023, compared to 10 percent in 2022

NL Times  

The annual inflation rate in the Netherlands was estimated at 3.8 percent in 2023, according to the first calculation from Statistics Netherlands. In December, this rate of inflation was still 3.4 percent, compared to 4.2 percent a month earlier and 8.1 percent at the peak in February and March. In December, inflation including the energy bill amounted to 1.2 percent …

Inflation in Europe falls to 2.4% as interest rates pack a punch. But the economy has stalled
1 year ago

Inflation in Europe falls to 2.4% as interest rates pack a punch. But the economy has stalled

Associated Press  

LONDON — Europeans again saw some relief as inflation dropped more than expected to 2.4% in November, the lowest in over two years, as plummeting energy costs have eased a cost-of-living crisis but higher interest rates squeeze the economy’s ability to grow. The new figure is close to the European Central Bank’s inflation target of 2% following a rapid series …

Dutch stats office confirms inflation reversal of -0.4% despite food price hike of 8%
1 year, 1 month ago

Dutch stats office confirms inflation reversal of -0.4% despite food price hike of 8%

NL Times  

Statistics Netherlands confirmed that the Netherlands saw consumer prices drop by 0.4 percent in October. Food prices were still 7.9 percent higher than a year ago, the stats office said. “The fact that inflation was negative in October is entirely because energy prices were particularly high in October 2022,” CBS said. “Excluding energy, inflation was 5.1 percent.” The price development …

Europe’s inflation eased to 2.9% in October thanks to lower fuel prices. But growth has vanished
1 year, 1 month ago

Europe’s inflation eased to 2.9% in October thanks to lower fuel prices. But growth has vanished

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — The inflation that has been wearing on European consumers fell sharply to 2.9% in October, its lowest in more than two years as fuel prices fell and rapid interest rate hikes from the European Central Bank took hold. The lower inflation figure follows a rapid series of interest rate hikes by the European Central Bank. The future …

Monthly inflation lifts to 5.2 per cent in August, as rising fuel, food and insurance prices hit households again
1 year, 2 months ago

Monthly inflation lifts to 5.2 per cent in August, as rising fuel, food and insurance prices hit households again

ABC  

The annual rate of inflation picked up in August to 5.2 per cent from 4.9 per cent, according to the latest monthly measure of inflation. Key points: Monthly inflation picked up in August, rising to 5.2 per cent But the underlying measure of inflation still declined, when volatile prices are stripped from the data Housing, transport, and insurance prices were …

Europe’s inflation held steady in August as European Central Bank keeps an open mind on rates
1 year, 3 months ago

Europe’s inflation held steady in August as European Central Bank keeps an open mind on rates

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Annual inflation held steady in Europe in August as food prices raced ahead of falling fuel costs, but there was no clarity about whether the European Central Bank will pause its record series of interest rate hikes. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has said that the interest rate decision at the Sept. 14 policy meeting will …

Inflation falls to 3% in August but "shrinkflation" seen in food
1 year, 3 months ago

Inflation falls to 3% in August but "shrinkflation" seen in food

Dutch News  

Inflation has fallen to 3% in August thanks largely to a dramatic drop in fuel prices, reports the CBS Dutch statistics office. Since June, the CBS has used a new method to work out inflation – although it is plotting the figures from the different calculation on the same chart. The new method was intended to more accurately reflect the …

Inflation falls to 3% in August but "shrinkflation" seen in food
1 year, 3 months ago

Inflation falls to 3% in August but "shrinkflation" seen in food

Dutch News  

Inflation has fallen to 3% in August thanks largely to a dramatic drop in fuel prices, reports the CBS Dutch statistics office. Since June, the CBS has used a new method to work out inflation – although it is plotting the figures from the different calculation on the same chart. The new method was intended to more accurately reflect the …

UK inflation falls to 17-month low of 6.8% but unlikely to derail another interest rate rise
1 year, 4 months ago

UK inflation falls to 17-month low of 6.8% but unlikely to derail another interest rate rise

Associated Press  

LONDON — The rate of inflation in the U.K. fell sharply in July to a 17-month low largely on the back of lower energy prices, official figures showed Wednesday, a welcome development for hard-pressed households struggling during the cost of living crisis. The Office for National Statistics said the annual rate of inflation, as measured by the consumer price index, …

Europe’s economy grows a bit after months of stagnation. But rate hikes are weighing on businesses
1 year, 4 months ago

Europe’s economy grows a bit after months of stagnation. But rate hikes are weighing on businesses

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Europe’s economy has grown modestly after months of stagnation, but higher interest rates designed to fight inflation are casting a shadow as they make it more expensive for households and businesses to borrow, invest and spend. Europe’s largest economy, Germany, struggled in the second quarter, recording zero growth after two straight quarters of falling output as it …

Europe inflation slips to 5.5% — but that won't stop central bank rate hikes
1 year, 5 months ago

Europe inflation slips to 5.5% — but that won't stop central bank rate hikes

The Hindu  

Inflation in Europe slid again in June but fell too slowly to offer much relief to shoppers grumbling over price tags or to stop more interest rate hikes that will raise the cost of borrowing across the economy. While that is a big drop from the peak of 10.6% in October, persistently high prices in the U.S., Europe and the …

Europe inflation slips to 5.5% — but that won’t stop central bank rate hikes
1 year, 5 months ago

Europe inflation slips to 5.5% — but that won’t stop central bank rate hikes

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Inflation in Europe slid again in June but fell too slowly to offer much relief to shoppers grumbling over price tags or to stop more interest rate hikes that will raise the cost of borrowing across the economy. While that is a big drop from the peak of 10.6% in October, persistently high prices in the U.S., …

European Central Bank chief signals more rate hikes ahead with inflation still ‘strong’
1 year, 6 months ago

European Central Bank chief signals more rate hikes ahead with inflation still ‘strong’

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — European Central Bank head Christine Lagarde said Monday that price pressures are “strong” and made clear that the bank will raise interest rates high enough to bring down inflation and keep them there “for as long as necessary.” Lagarde’s remarks reinforced her earlier statements indicating the ECB was not done raising rates even after inflation fell by …

Europe sees inflation drop to 6.1%, but real relief for consumers will take months
1 year, 6 months ago

Europe sees inflation drop to 6.1%, but real relief for consumers will take months

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Europe’s inflation took a positive turn with a significant drop to 6.1%, but prices are still posing a pinch to shoppers who are yet to see real relief in what they pay for food and other necessities. “Otherwise, you sometimes make impulse purchases.” The food bank at Berlin’s St. Wilhelm Roman Catholic Church, meanwhile, has gone from …

German inflation slows to 6.1% in May, though food prices are still surging
1 year, 6 months ago

German inflation slows to 6.1% in May, though food prices are still surging

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German inflation eased to 6.1% in May following several months of declines, even as Europe’s biggest economy registered another painful increase in food prices of nearly 15%. Increases in energy prices, which drove inflation immediately after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year, were much lower in May at 2.6% — in part because of the sharp rises a …

Inflation falls to lowest level in over a year - but food prices remain high
1 year, 7 months ago

Inflation falls to lowest level in over a year - but food prices remain high

The Independent  

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UK inflation: Why are food prices rising so much?
1 year, 7 months ago

UK inflation: Why are food prices rising so much?

The Independent  

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Europe’s inflation inches up ahead of interest rate decision
1 year, 7 months ago

Europe’s inflation inches up ahead of interest rate decision

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Europe’s painful inflation has inched higher, extending the squeeze on households and keeping pressure on the European Central Bank to unleash what could be another large interest rate increase. Food price inflation eased a little, falling to an annual rate of 13.6% from March’s 15.5%, while energy prices rose a more modest 2.5%. A smaller hike would …

Inflation inches up in Europe ahead of interes rate decision
1 year, 7 months ago

Inflation inches up in Europe ahead of interes rate decision

The Independent  

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Netherlands inflation increased to 5.2% in April
1 year, 7 months ago

Netherlands inflation increased to 5.2% in April

NL Times  

The rate at which prices are rising in the Netherlands increased again in April compared to a month earlier. Statistics Netherlands reported in a quick first estimate that inflation amounted to 5.2 percent last month. The average price increase of supermarket products was 13.2 percent last month, compared to 15.1 percent in March. To easily compare with other European countries, …

Europe’s economy barely grows as inflation pinches consumers
1 year, 7 months ago

Europe’s economy barely grows as inflation pinches consumers

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — The European economy scraped out meager growth in the first three months of the year, barely gaining momentum as stubborn inflation raises the price of groceries and erodes people’s willingness to spend paychecks that are failing to keep pace. Friday’s less-than-stellar increase of 0.1% from the previous quarter follows disappointing growth estimates from the U.S., which kept …

UK inflation remains over 10% as food prices rise
1 year, 8 months ago

UK inflation remains over 10% as food prices rise

Associated Press  

LONDON — The price of food in the U.K. rose at the fastest pace in 45 years last month in, keeping inflation above 10% for a seventh straight month amid a cost-of-living crisis that has fueled a wave of strikes by government workers. Food prices jumped 19.2% in the 12 months through February, the biggest increase since August 1977, the …

Collective wages increased significantly, but still less than inflation
1 year, 8 months ago

Collective wages increased significantly, but still less than inflation

NL Times  

Wage increases in the collective bargaining agreements reached a new peak in the first quarter of 2023. But based on the currently available figures - January, February, and a first estimate for March - inflation amounted to around 6.6 percent in the first quarter. At 5.0 percent, the collectively bargained-for wage increase was almost twice as high as in the …

Europe’s inflation eases to 6.9% as energy falls but food up
1 year, 8 months ago

Europe’s inflation eases to 6.9% as energy falls but food up

Associated Press  

LONDON — Inflation in the 20 countries that use the euro currency slowed to the lowest level in a year as energy prices dropped, but food costs were still on the rise, keeping pressure on the European Central Bank to hike interest rates further. “The potential for core inflation to remain stickier than hoped will be the main reason for …

Big drop in annual inflation; Down to 4.4% in March
1 year, 8 months ago

Big drop in annual inflation; Down to 4.4% in March

NL Times  

The rate at which prices are rising in the Netherlands fell sharply in March compared to a month earlier. Statistics Netherlands reported in a first estimate that inflation amounted to 4.4 percent this month. Prices of industrial goods rose by 8.8 percent, compared to 8.7 percent in February. To make a good comparison with other European countries, CBS also calculated …

Households' disposable income grew 2% last year, despite inflation
1 year, 9 months ago

Households' disposable income grew 2% last year, despite inflation

NL Times  

Despite the high inflation, households in the Netherlands’ real disposable income increased by 2.0 percent last year compared to 2021. Inflation amounted to 10 percent last year, but higher wages and government support for the high energy prices counteracted that. Collectively bargained wages increased 3.3 percent last year, and mixed-income was 9.7 percent higher than twelve months earlier. According to …

Food prices jump 18.4% in a year; Clothing 11.8% more expensive
1 year, 9 months ago

Food prices jump 18.4% in a year; Clothing 11.8% more expensive

NL Times  

Food in the Netherlands cost 18.4 percent more in February than a year earlier. While energy prices are no longer skyrocketing, the higher energy prices still indirectly contribute to inflation, ABN Amro economist Aggie van Huisseling told RTL Nieuws. And gas prices are still higher than a year ago, Van Huisseling explained. Higher clothing prices also drove up inflation, but …

Inflation to remain high, economic growth will slow down, economists say
1 year, 9 months ago

Inflation to remain high, economic growth will slow down, economists say

NL Times  

Inflation in the Netherlands will remain stubbornly high, Rabobank economists noted in a new report about the Dutch economy. The economists said their forecasts are subject to uncertainty as “it is difficult to predict oil, gas, and electricity prices due to their volatility, and we cannot know for certain whether the government will support households and businesses next year, and …

Europe inflation eases slightly but consumer pain persists
1 year, 9 months ago

Europe inflation eases slightly but consumer pain persists

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Inflation eased only slightly in the 20 countries that use the euro currency as the pain from higher costs for food and fuel persists and gives the European Central Bank no reason to slow interest rate increases aimed at getting prices back under control. Higher prices for natural gas, used to heat homes, run industrial processes and …

Inflation climbing again; Up to 8 percent in February
1 year, 9 months ago

Inflation climbing again; Up to 8 percent in February

NL Times  

The rate at which prices are rising in the Netherlands increased in February compared to a month earlier. Inflation amounted to 8 percent last month, Statistics Netherlands reported in a quick first estimate. The average price increase of supermarket products was 15.1 percent last month, compared to 14.5 percent in January. To easily compare its figures with other European countries, …

Annual inflation rate fell for 4th straight month to 7.6 percent
1 year, 10 months ago

Annual inflation rate fell for 4th straight month to 7.6 percent

NL Times  

Inflation in the Netherlands dropped to 7.6 percent in January, the fourth consecutive month of lower inflation than the month before, Statistics Netherlands reported on Thursday. “In January 2023, energy was 3.4 percent cheaper than in the same month last year. In December 2022, energy was still 52 percent more expensive than one year previously.” Energy is a significant contributor …

European inflation eases for 3rd month but prices still bite
1 year, 10 months ago

European inflation eases for 3rd month but prices still bite

Associated Press  

LONDON — Europe’s inflation rate dipped at the start of the year, giving some relief to consumers but still leaving them facing higher prices that have driven protests and will likely press the European Central Bank into another interest rate hike Thursday. Russia’s war in Ukraine has shaken up food and energy markets, and while commodity prices have fallen from …

Inflation dropped to 7.6 percent in January
1 year, 10 months ago

Inflation dropped to 7.6 percent in January

NL Times  

The pace at which prices are rising in the Netherlands decreased again in January compared to a month earlier. Inflation fell to 7.6 percent last month, Statistics Netherlands reported in a first estimate. Prices for these products increased 14.5 percent on average last month, compared to 14 percent in December. In order to make a good comparison with other European …

Europe’s inflation slows again but cost of living still high
1 year, 11 months ago

Europe’s inflation slows again but cost of living still high

Associated Press  

LONDON — Europe ended a bad year for inflation with some relief as price gains eased again. The consumer price index for the 19 countries that used the euro currency rose 9.2% in December from a year earlier, the slowest pace since August, the European Union statistics agency Eurostat said Friday. Households and businesses across Europe have been plagued by …

Inflation drops sharply in Europe but some prices are still rising faster
1 year, 11 months ago

Inflation drops sharply in Europe but some prices are still rising faster

CNN  

London CNN — Inflation in Europe continued to decline in December as energy prices rose at a slower pace. Prices across the 19 countries that used the euro in 2022 increased at an annual rate of 9.2% in December, the European Union’s statistical office said Friday. While energy inflation fell to 25.7% in December, compared to 34.9% in November, the …

Inflation in Europe eases but still in painful double digits
2 years ago

Inflation in Europe eases but still in painful double digits

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Inflation in Europe has eased for the first time in more than a year as energy prices drifted down from painful highs, but the double-digit rate still hovers near a record that has robbed consumers of their spending power and led economists to predict a recession. Out-of-control inflation is being fed by high energy prices caused by …

Inflation in Europe drops for the first time in 17 months
2 years ago

Inflation in Europe drops for the first time in 17 months

CNN  

London CNN Business — For the first time in 17 months, inflation in Europe is easing. In Germany, the bloc’s biggest economy, annual inflation slid to 11.3% from 11.6%, while price gains in France held steady at 7.1%, Wednesday’s data showed. While energy price inflation fell to roughly 35% year-over-year, compared to nearly 42% in October, prices for food, alcohol …

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