How to Protect Your Portfolio From Inflation

Many economists fear inflation will come roaring back soon. These strategies can shield your retirement income just in case.

For the U.S. Economy, a "New Normal"

After a boom-and-bust cycle, a long adjustment alters the outlook through 2020.

Which Way Is the Fed Headed?

It has been tougher than usual to divine the Federal Reserve's intentions on interest rates.

Inflation Threat: Not Now, But Soon

Debt is the fuel for bad inflation, and our dysfunctional government is the match.

I-Bonds Trounce Bank Yields

If those CD rates are looking a bit sorry, consider this strategy.

Prolonged Inflation Not in the Cards

Michael Dueker, chief economist of Russell Investments, believes the Fed can rein in the money supply before inflation has a chance to take off.

Stimulus Is a Recipe for Inflation

Economist Mark Zupan, dean of the Simon Graduate School of Business, thinks excess bank cash and the Fed's flood of money guarantees inflation will take off.

Will Inflation Take Off?

Join our discussion with economic experts Michael Dueker and Mark Zupan about whether or not inflation should be considered a serious cause for concern today.

Bernanke Taking His Case to the People

As inflation hawks and others peck at the Fed’s easy money policy, its chief is mounting an unusual defense.

Business Costs in 2011

Modest Inflation, Modest Economic Growth Ahead

The economy may be stuck in a pattern of sluggish gains, but at least consumer prices are behaving.

How to Profit From the Market's Rocky Road Ahead

Three top fund managers see falling prices followed by inflation. Here's how they plan to navigate this grim scenario.

Deflation Ahead? No Worries

Oil and gasoline prices are often the villain in inflation scenarios. This time, they’re making it look as if the deflation ogre is out of the cave.

Where the Economy Is Headed

Stronger business spending and rising employment will help this recovery shake off worries about Europe.

Lock In Your Retirement Income

Three strategies that use annuities to guarantee monthly paychecks for life.

No Interest Rate Hike Until November

Officials see an economy gaining strength but still fragile.

The Case for a Patient Fed

The Federal Reserve has considerable work ahead of it before it can start raising rates.

Inflation on the Distant Horizon

Although inflation remains mild now, some firms are raising prices, hinting at more problems to come.

The Impact of Zero Inflation

Welcome to the year of the un-COLA.

To 2010 -- and Beyond

This month we're peering not only at 2010 but also at a new decade. And I'm impressed with our track record.

Tame Inflation Will Let Fed Stand Pat

Look for price increases to remain subdued next year.