★Inflation Spike And Growth Slump Signalled As Flash PMI Tracks War Impact In March
Strategic Analysis // Ian Gross
"This report signals a dangerous combination for the economy: rising prices alongside slowing growth. This "stagflation" scenario squeezes corporate profits and consumer spending, making it tougher for businesses and households, and challenging for investors to navigate."
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The Big Market Report Take
Looks like March brought us the unwelcome combo platter of higher inflation and slower growth, thanks to the war's ripple effects. Not exactly a surprise, but the flash PMI numbers confirm things are getting a bit tougher out there.
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