US inflation rises due to energy costs, BP CEO's resignation raises doubts about green energy transition, China's healthcare corruption crackdown faces challenges
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US inflation rises, but core inflation shows signs of moderation, influencing future interest rate decisions.
BP CEO's resignation raises concerns about the company's culture and leadership, posing challenges for its energy transition strategy.
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US inflation rises, Fed may raise rates
Inflation in the US increased last month, with the consumer price index rising by about 0.5%. However, core inflation, which excludes volatile items, showed signs of moderation. The Federal Reserve is closely monitoring these numbers as they look to contain inflation. While rates may not be raised in the upcoming meeting, the November decision could be influenced by further concern about inflation.
BP CEO resigns amid misconduct allegations
Bernard Looney, the CEO of BP, resigned following allegations about his past personal relationships with colleagues. This raised concerns among investors about the culture and leadership of BP. The board had previously investigated the allegations but found no breach of the company's code of conduct. BP has begun the process of finding a new CEO, with the potential for internal and external candidates. The departure of Looney poses challenges for BP's energy transition strategy, as he played a key role in repositioning the company in the industry.
Rising energy costs pushed US inflation above forecasts in August, Bernard Looney’s resignation from BP puts the oil company’s green energy transition into doubt, and China is walking back a corruption crackdown in the country’s healthcare sector.
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