Articles tagged with #inflation

The Federal Reserve has been at the center of a heated debate in recent weeks, with officials disagreeing on the timing of further interest rate cuts. According to a report from The New York Times, some Fed officials believe that cutting interest rates too quickly could exacerbate inflationary press...

As the food industry continues to grapple with rising costs, restaurants are looking to maintain their focus on value in 2026. According to recent data, 'value' was the hottest menu item in 2025, and experts predict this trend will persist into the new year. With inflation on the rise, consumers are...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its annual schedule for adjusting Social Security benefits in 2026. This announcement comes as a relief to millions of beneficiaries who rely on these payments for their financial stability. In October, the SSA will unveil the cost-of-living adju...

The average US long-term mortgage rate has seen a slight decrease, dropping to 6.18% as of this week. This development marks a slight improvement in the market for homebuyers and those looking to refinance their mortgages. The rate has seen fluctuations in recent weeks, influenced by various economi...

The US labour market is facing a unique set of challenges as wages increase but the cost of living continues to rise. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, average hourly earnings have grown by 5.1% over the past year, outpacing inflation. However, the cost of living has increased b...

The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report has brought about a surprise in the economic landscape, with inflation unexpectedly slowing down to 2.7% in November. This marks a significant deviation from the previously forecasted rate, which had economists and investors on high alert. Economic Analys...

The Federal Reserve's two-day meeting began today, with market experts and investors holding their breath as they await the central bank's decision on interest rates. The Fed has been grappling with rising inflation, which has led to increased borrowing costs for consumers and businesses. The decisi...

President Trump has faced mounting criticism over his handling of the nation's economic woes, with inflation rates continuing to rise. In a recent interview, Trump attempted to downplay the issue, stating that "costs are way down." However, economists and experts have disputed his claims, citing dat...

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is facing a daunting challenge as he prepares to take the stage in Philadelphia, where simmering trade tensions and a stubbornly high inflation rate are putting increasing pressure on his monetary policy decisions. According to recent market trends, investors are ...