Category macro

China’s PV Retail Sales Fall by 21% in April

Retail sales of light passenger vehicles in China, including sedans, MPVs, and SUVs, continued to decline sharply in April 2026, falling by over 21% to 1.384 million units from 1.780 million units a year earlier, according to data compiled by the China Passenger Car Association...</strong

Germany Sees Inflation Rise

Germany's inflation rate increased to 2.9% in April Germany's annual inflation rate rose to 2.9% in April, driven by a sharp rise in energy prices. The increase in energy prices, which surged 10.1%, contributed to the highest inflation reading since January 2024.

Germany April CPI Matches Expectations

Germany's April CPI rose 2.9% year-over-year Germany's April consumer price index increased 2.9% from the same period last year, matching expectations. The prior month's CPI was 2.7%. The HICP also rose 2.9% year-over-year, in line with the preliminary read