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Kiplinger Business Costs Outlook: Spending, Costs Rise
Economic Forecasts Trade deals reduce tariff uncertainty, but lock in higher costs of imports.
By David Payne
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What to Look Out for in Economic Data This Week
This week's economic calendar features a key reading on consumer sentiment as gas prices spike.
By Karee Venema
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March Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The March Fed meeting marked the second central bank gathering of 2026, with Fed Chair Powell & Co. voting to keep interest rates unchanged.
By Karee Venema
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War in Iran Threatens Higher Fuel Prices, Renewed Inflation
The Letter With much of the Middle East's critical oil and gas exports cut off from global markets, rising energy costs could give inflation new momentum.
By David Payne
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: War in Iran Spells Higher Gas Prices in the US
Economic Forecasts The loss of roughly a tenth of the world’s oil supply is already raising prices at the gas pump, with more increases to come.
By Jim Patterson
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Picking Up, Even if War Is Short
Economic Forecasts February’s inflation report is likely to be the lowest for the year, even excluding energy prices.
By David Payne
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The February CPI Report Is Tame, but Higher Inflation’s Coming
The February CPI report arrived in line with estimates, but rising oil prices will likely lift inflation in March.
By Karee Venema
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Underlying Consumer Spending Is Still OK
Economic Forecasts Sales were flat in both December and January, though widespread January storms likely hindered spending.
By David Payne
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Is The Jan. Jump in Jobs a One-Off?
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
By David Payne
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