pressure

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An apparent slowdown in inflation since last fall has eased worries on Wall Street, but skeptics are yet to be convinced price pressures have largely evaporated.

From MarketWatch

A highly paid corporate executive or celebrity isn’t necessarily immune to pressures from the marketplace, government regulators or adoring fans.

From The Wall Street Journal

The adoption of AI will likely lead to higher productivity, which is tied to lower inflationary pressures, Barr said.

From The Wall Street Journal

First, population declines are placing downward pressure on prices.

From MarketWatch

India has slashed its reliance on Russian oil in recent months amid rising sanctions and pressure from the U.S., reducing its dependence on the shadow fleet, analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal