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Energy Shock Revives Global Inflation Worries

Poll shows price concerns rising even as broader outlook remains contained

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Wednesday, 29 April 2026 at 8:40:00 PM EDT
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Wednesday, 29 April 2026 at 8:40:00 PM EDT
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Energy Shock Revives Global Inflation Worries
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LONDON — Rising energy prices are reviving global inflation worries, forcing economists and central banks to reconsider how quickly price pressures can ease after years of elevated costs, supply shocks and monetary tightening.

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What This Means

The energy shock matters because it could slow progress on inflation and delay interest-rate relief. Even if economists expect price pressures to remain contained, higher oil and fuel costs can quickly affect households, businesses, markets and central-bank decisions.