volatile
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Partly because food or energy prices can be very volatile, the Bank of England also considers other measures, such as "core inflation", when deciding whether and how to change rates.
From BBC
Iran has lashed out at Gulf nations, long seen as a relative safe haven in a volatile region, hammering the tourism industry and crippling global air travel as their major hubs come under attack.
From Barron's
The “markets will likely remain cautious as investors juggle Middle East geopolitical risks and volatile oil prices, which continue to drive inflation expectations,” UOB’s Global Economics & Markets Research team says in a note.
The Irish government has announced it is cutting excise duty on petrol and diesel in a bid to help people with volatile prices.
From BBC
The stock’s current valuation looks undemanding, and it is well-positioned to navigate volatile market conditions, they add.
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