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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic Growth
Kiplinger Forecasts In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne
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Farmers Brace for Another Rough Year
The Kiplinger Letter The agriculture sector has been plagued by low commodity prices and is facing an uncertain trade outlook.
By Matthew Housiaux
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Special Report: The Future of American Politics
The Kiplinger Letter Kiplinger assesses the political trends and challenges that will define the next decade.
By Matthew Housiaux
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumer Spending Takes a Breather
Economic Forecasts Sales were flat in December, and January storms likely hindered spending as well.
By David Payne
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Moderate Inflation to Continue in the Near Term
Economic Forecasts Twelve-month inflation rates will stay low in the next few months, but could pick up in the year’s second half.
By David Payne
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January CPI Report Shows Inflation Slowed. Here's What That Means for Rate Cuts
The January CPI report came in lighter than expected. Here's what economists say that means for the Federal Reserve and interest rates.
By Karee Venema
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Big Change Coming to the Federal Reserve
The Lette A new chairman of the Federal Reserve has been named. What will this mean for the economy?
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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Job Growth Sizzled to Start the Year. Here's Why It's Unlikely to Impact Interest Rates
The January jobs report came in much stronger than expected and the unemployment rate ticked lower to start 2026, easing worries about a slowing labor market.
By Karee Venema
