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Lower gas and electricity bills behind UK inflation fall to 2.8%

Energy prices were lower due to the government's energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.

New Strong Sell Stocks for May 20th

ACA, AMTB

AKZOY, AMTB and ACA have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on May 20, 2026.

EU clears major hurdle to finalize U.S. trade pact — and sidestep Trump tariff hikes

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday welcomed a provisional agreement on legislation to remove import duties on U.S. goods.

U.S. Treasury yields inch lower as bond markets price 'significant' inflation risk

Yields on U.S. Treasurys moved lower early Wednesday, as investors continue to monitor "significant" inflation risks.

U.S. indicts four Chinese container manufacturers alleging pandemic-era price-fixing cartel

CNINF, UVV

China International Marine Containers, Singamas Container Holdings, Shanghai Universal Logistics Equipment, and CXIC Group Containers colluded to cut container output: DOJ

UK inflation rate eases to 2.8% in April, but slowdown is expected to be short-lived

Economists polled by Reuters had expected the inflation rate to drop back to 3%, cooling from 3.3% in March.

CNBC Daily Open: Stocks yield to bond market pressure

Market commentators are concerned that equity markets may struggle to ride out the bond market storm with yields at current levels.

Stocks under pressure as correction fears grow and record rally defies geopolitical turmoil

"'The pendulum could swing backwards," analysts said on Tuesday amid mounting warnings that equities could soon change course.

CNBC's UK Exchange newsletter: From Manchester to Westminster? Britain’s potential next PM comes under scrutiny

As Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham looks to replace U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, his record in office is receiving attention.

China confirms order for 200 Boeing planes, calls aviation key area for U.S. cooperation

BCOD

China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, its first major order in nearly a decade, U.S. President Donald Trump said last week.