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Why Does the Fed Prefer PCE Over CPI?
Inflation has been top of mind for lots of folks in recent years. Most of Wall Street follows the CPI, but the Fed favors the PCE. Here's why.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Last updated
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Rising Prices: Which Goods and Services Are Driving Inflation?
Inflation eased in May, according to the latest CPI data, but rising costs for housing remain an overhang.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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May CPI Shows Tariffs Have Yet to Impact Inflation: What the Experts Say
The May CPI report shows that President Trump's whipsaw tariff policies have not had an outsized impact on inflation, but economists remain on guard.
By Karee Venema Published
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America's Surprising Strengths in Manufacturing and Exports
The Kiplinger Letter Despite common perceptions that the U.S. doesn't build things anymore, American factories are still hard at work. A special report from The Kiplinger Letter.
By Jim Patterson Published
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Labor Market Strength Surprises
Economic Forecasts Strong job growth in September and revisions to July and August indicate the labor market’s weakness was overstated.
By David Payne Last updated
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Should You Buy an iPhone Before Tariffs Hit?
Looming tariffs can make an iPhone purchase seem urgent. Here's what to do if you need another phone but want to save money.
By Laura Gariepy Last updated
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When Is the Next Jobs Report?
Jobs Signs of softness in the labor market should be supportive of rate cuts.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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My Three-Day Rule for Investing: And If it Applies Now
Stock Market I've seen a lot in my career. Here's what I see now in the stock market.
By Jeffrey R. Kosnett Published
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Is It Time to Invest in Europe?
Stock Market Europe is being shaken out of its lethargy, militarily and otherwise, by Donald Trump's changes in U.S. policy. Should investors start buying?
By James K. Glassman Published
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