Canada's April Inflation Accelerates to 2.8% Amid Gasoline Price Surge
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- Canada's inflation rate rose to 2.8% in April, primarily due to steeper gasoline prices linked to the Iran war, though core measures remained contained.
- This adds to global central bank concerns over persistent inflation.
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Higher inflation in Canada means everyday prices like gas are rising faster than expected. This could lead central banks to keep borrowing costs high, which often slows spending and weighs on stock prices.
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