Our Scans · (FS.6.07) Inflation · Weekly Summary

• [New] Risks to Australia's economic outlook are skewed toward slower growth and higher inflation. Mirage News
• [New] Commodities are forecast to account for about 5.7-6% of alternative assets by 2026, as investors add exposure for inflation and diversification. MEXC
• [New] In other news, a stronger-than-expected US jobs report and weaker-than-expected inflation pushed back Federal Reserve rate cut expectations to June. ATB Financial
• [New] Brazil's inflation is expected to show what economists describe as a reverse hump in the first half of 2026. valorinternational
• [New] US inflation could prove stickier than many observers think. Wellington
• [New] The Bank of England will watch a slew of data closely in the coming days after a knife-edge decision to keep interest rates steady on concerns that inflation is still uncomfortably high. financialpost
• [New] Inflation dynamics continue to move in a favorable direction: Eurozone inflation is projected to average around 1.5% in 2026, supporting real household incomes and providing a tailwind to consumption at a time when sentiment remains fragile. / Germany BENDURA BANK AG
• [New] If inflation surprises higher, yields will likely move up, growth stocks will face more pressure, and the timeline for Fed easing could shift further out. Wealth Enhancement
• [New] If the global economy remains resilient and reaccelerates in 2026, inflation could increase, leading to higher yields and potentially tighter, not easier, central bank policy. BNY
• [New] How inflation evolves will be critical for central bank policy, interest rate expectations and asset valuations, making flexibility and risk management essential for portfolios in 2026. / Australia Macquarie
• [New] Inflation has proven more persistent than expected, both globally and in Australia. Macquarie
• [New] If U.S. inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, the Fed might delay its easing, undermining the entire thesis of a widening policy gap. Ainvest
• [New] Inflation is not expected to decline significantly in 2026, so cost pressures will persist, though they may not worsen relative to the previous year. / USA Hotel News Resource
• [New] The Fed will prioritize inflation control, keeping rates attractive relative to Canada. Quantlabs
• The ECB's dovish tone and lower-than-expected Eurozone inflation data suggest limited potential for future rate hikes, weighing on the Euro. FPG Fortune Prime Global
• European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde emphasized inflation stabilization as a priority during her post-decision remarks, signaling a dovish stance that could limit future rate hikes. FPG Fortune Prime Global
• If the euro strengthens significantly or inflation dips below target, policymakers could opt for another small insurance cut later in 2026 to prevent an undershoot in inflation. investing.com

Last updated: 17 February 2026