The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

I Asked Gemini What Retirees Invest In Most — Here’s the 4-Point List

From bonds and dividend stocks to cash and inflation hedges, here’s how Gemini says retirees typically structure their portfolios for income and stability.

GOBankingRates · Mar 15

Iran War, Fed Conundrum and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets face one of the year's most consequential weeks as the Federal Reserve's March meeting on Wednesday at 2:00pm arrives amid extraordinary economic crosscurrents

Barchart · Mar 15

Oil shock further reason for tax reform, spending cuts

An economic downturn might be needed to bring inflation back to target, economists warn, but the government can help with spending cuts and productivity reform.

AAP · Mar 15

Interest rate hike 'no slam dunk' amid Iran uncertainty

Traders and economists widely expect the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates but uncertainty over the Iran war could convince the board to keep them on hold.

AAP · Mar 15

The $49,000+ New Car Reality — Why Entry-Level Vehicles Cost More

A brand-new car once symbolized a practical step forward. Today it often feels like a luxury purchase wrapped in monthly payments that stretch farther than a highway in Nevada. The average price of a new vehicle in the United States now hovers above $49,000, according to industry tracking from Kelley…

The Free Financial Advisor · Mar 14

How To Protect Your Social Security and Retirement Income From Inflation

Inflation can shrink Social Security and retirement income. Learn smart strategies to protect your benefits and keep up with rising costs.

GOBankingRates · Mar 14

Yes, companies can stay profitable without raising prices — here's how

Prices are rising well above inflation — but a growing number of companies are proving that profitability doesn't require passing costs on to customers.

Fortune · Mar 14

Iran War Drags Stocks Lower

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down -0.61%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.26%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.62%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) fell -0.60%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · Mar 13

Stocks Extend Weekly Losing Streak: Stock Market Today

Efforts to boost crude supplies did little to stem worries of rising oil prices and inflation ahead of next week's Fed meeting.

Kiplinger · Mar 13

Dollar Rallies as Surging Oil Prices Spark Inflation Fears

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 9.5-month high on Friday and finished up +0.65%. The dollar rallied on Friday as the war in Iran shows no signs of easing, threatening to keep crude oil prices elevated and prompting the Fed to hold off on cutting interest rates. Higher...

Barchart · Mar 13