The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

The high inflation and the Fed’s aggressive rate hikes have eroded consumer confidence. However, the retail industry is witnessing stable growth despite the macro headwinds. Therefore, fundamentally strong retail stocks, Kroger (KR), Albertsons Companies (ACI), and Casey’s General Stores (CASY), could be valuable additions to your portfolio now. Keep reading….

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Lael Brainard said she was encouraged by last week’s U.S. inflation report, which pointed to slower price increases, and said the Fed would likely soon reduce the size of its interest rate hikes

The Government is expected to raise benefit payments in line with inflation which could see a 10 per cent increase for claimants - meaning they could get an extra £52 a month.

Mortgage holders are likely to endure more rate hikes but the central bank board wants to give its policy tightening a chance to flow through the economy.

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is expected to boost the U.S. solar manufacturing industry. Solar company Array Technologies (ARRY) surpassed the consensus EPS and revenue estimates for the third quarter. Given the favorable industry backdrop and the company’s better-than-expected results, is the stock a good investment now? Read on to…

Thursday’s Westminster set-piece from Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is the main event in a big week for inflation, jobs and tax

Despite the October inflation report showing a slowdown in the price increases, the U.S. economy is still surrounded by deep uncertainty. Moreover, the IMF has warned of further challenges ahead. Therefore, quality stocks Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and Coca-Cola (KO), which have a solid dividend-paying record, could be ideal additions…

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will deliver his Autumn Statement on Thursday, November 17, as state pensions and benefits are expected to rise in line with inflation rates in 2022.

Jeremy Hunt expected to deliver harsh package of tax rises and spending cuts to plug £60bn shortfall