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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthKiplinger 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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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
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What Does the Federal Reserve Actually Do?The Federal Reserve has been a major plotline in the economy in recent years. So, how does the Federal Reserve work?
By Kim Clark
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Demand for Air Conditioning Heats UpThe Kiplinger Letter Hotter global temperatures spell growth opportunities for the HVAC industry.
By Matthew Housiaux
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How to Fight the Annoyance EconomyHidden fees, customer service snafus and other financial hassles cost Americans an estimated $165 billion a year.
By Kim Clark
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Navigating the New Fed: 5 Conflicts Kevin Warsh Has to Tackle NowFed Chair Kevin Warsh, the new leader of the most important central bank in the world, faces multiple challenges to his still-emerging authority.
By David Dittman
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What the June CPI Report ShowedThe June CPI shows inflation cooled as energy prices declined, and the data give the Federal Reserve breathing room on interest rates.
By Dan Burrows
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Weak June Jobs Report Quiets the Rate-Hike ConversationThe June jobs report came in well below economists' estimates, but the unemployment rate ticked lower.
By Karee Venema
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Requiem for Maestro: 5 Lessons From Fed Chair Alan GreenspanWhether you need to know how to run a central bank or you're forming a jazz band, former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan has answers for you.
By David Dittman
