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Analysts suggest that a prolonged conflict in Iran may enhance Brazilian oil exports, though it could also lead to increased global oil prices and inflation.

The blue dollar rate today is $1405 for buying and $1425 for selling, showing a 3% decrease from January 2026, yet a 16% increase from all of 2025.

The US dollar experienced volatility towards the end of trading after an initial rise due to stronger-than-expected producer price index data and rising tensions between the US and Iran.

A new report reveals that Spanish households feel the impact of rising prices in supermarkets, as price changes have doubled in speed since the inflation crisis post-pandemic.

All three major stock indexes on Wall Street closed lower today following producer price index data exceeding expectations, raising persistent inflation concerns.

The official dollar opens at $1.425 in Argentina, while the blue dollar is at $1.435 in the informal market as of February 27, 2026.

Producer prices in Greece's domestic industry experienced a decline in January 2026, raising expectations for price cooling at retail levels.

The article provides live updates on the exchange rates for the official and blue dollar in Argentina as of February 26, noting significant price points for buying and selling.

In response to President Yoon's pressure to reduce prices due to alleged price collusion, major Korean bakery chains have announced price cuts on various bread products and cakes.

Galia Borja, a member of the Banco de México board, indicated that the bank could cut interest rates due to a weakened economy and a stronger peso, suggesting no significant price pressures in the short term.

The Fair Trade Commission of South Korea launched a nationwide investigation into suspected collusion among school uniform manufacturers and retailers following complaints about high prices.

In January, Latvia experienced a higher annual inflation rate compared to the EU average, as reported by Eurostat.

The official dollar opens at $1,400 for sale while the blue dollar is priced at $1,430 in the informal market on February 25 in Argentina.

In January, the eurozone recorded an inflation rate of only 1.7%, marking the lowest price increase in five years.

Ofgem has announced a reduction in the energy price cap, bringing it down to £1,641 for typical dual fuel households starting in April.

The Greek market remains in anticipation regarding a regulation affecting price promotions, with a possibility of extension amidst an election year.

The Argentine government acknowledges that inflation will remain high and will not drop to near 2% until April, with various factors contributing to the persistent price increases.

Price disparities for apartments in Sweden have grown, with central Stockholm properties reaching record sales while others remain significantly lower.

The Argentine peso continues to recover as the dollar drops to its lowest value in five months, being sold at $1.390 at Banco Nación.

Gold prices in Egypt have risen significantly, with 21-karat gold nearing 7,000 Egyptian pounds amidst a decline in the dollar and geopolitical tensions.

More people are struggling with rental price increases in Japan as the cost of living continues to rise, impacting their quality of life and housing choices.

Estonia's food prices have shown mixed trends in the past year, with some items still increasing while others have fallen in price, providing some relief to consumers.

Egg prices are increasing, with organic eggs selling for as much as 14 crowns.

The retail dollar in Argentina has dipped below $1,400, marking its lowest point in four months at $1,395.

The US economy grew by 1.4 percent in the fourth quarter, significantly lower than expected.

The official dollar in Argentina will open at $1410 for sale, while the blue dollar will start at $1440 in the informal market on February 20.

The Argentine government has increased retirement benefits in March in line with the Consumer Price Index increases, as detailed in a resolution published by Anses.

Wholesale prices increased by 1.7% in January compared to the previous month, while year-on-year inflation reached 26.4%, highlighting a significant gap with retail price increases.

Turkey has initiated a broad campaign to control food prices ahead of Ramadan, banning chicken exports and enforcing stricter price regulations in response to rising inflation.

Spanish business margins have stabilized above pre-price crisis levels, with the hospitality and energy sectors showing reduced performance.

The rising price of cucumbers in Russia, driven by inflation from the war, has prompted significant concern among politicians and officials regarding public discontent.

UK inflation fell to 3% in January, marking the lowest rate since March 2025, largely due to declining petrol, food prices, and airfare rates.

Samsung Electronics is set to unveil the Galaxy S26 series on the 25th, with expectations of rising prices due to global chip inflation.

In February, some car manufacturers in Argentina froze their prices or offered discounts amidst an average price increase of 2.2%.

Canada's inflation rate decreased slightly to 2.3% in January, while food prices continued to rise at variable rates.

On February 17, 2026, the exchange rate for the dollar in Mexico is reported at 17.18 pesos, showing a slight increase.

Nigeria's food inflation rate has reached its lowest level in over 14 years, dropping to 8.89% in January 2026.

The Statistics Office of Estonia reported a 3.7% increase in consumer prices in January 2026, marking the slowest inflation rate in over a year.

Food inflation has accelerated in Argentina, particularly affecting the price of meat, which is a significant part of the national culture.

The report on inflation in the United States reveals a decrease in price pressures, with the Consumer Price Index showing its lowest annual increase since July.

The January inflation report in the United States showed a decrease in price pressures, with CPI rising by 2.4% annually, leading to questions about future inflation trends.

Urmet Lee, director of Statistics Estonia, acknowledged that the overestimation of the consumer price index during the 2021-2022 energy crisis has lasting effects on the economy.

Analysts predict that Nigeria's inflation rate could rise to 18% in January, diverging from the downward trend observed in 2025.

According to the latest statistics, price growth in Estonia is at 3.7% year-on-year in January, with higher electricity prices contributing significantly to the inflation rate.

The Statistics Office of Estonia will present new consumer price index data and updates to its calculation method during a press conference live streamed on ERR's portal.

Consumer price index in Estonia increased by 1% from the previous month and by 3.7% from January 2025, with food prices rising by 2.3% compared to December.

The Consumer Price Index in Estonia increased by 3.7% year-on-year in January 2026, primarily driven by rising electricity, food, and alcohol prices.

The article explores the methodology behind calculating the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Estonia, emphasizing its importance in reflecting actual price changes for consumers.

The Argentine government’s adherence to the old Consumer Price Index formula has raised concerns about the trustworthiness of public statistics and inflation data, leading to an increase in country risk and a fall in Argentine bonds.

Alternative measures of inflation are being developed in Argentina following the government's decision to delay updating the official consumer price index (CPI), leading to tensions within economic negotiations.