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Rising Prices: Which Goods and Services Are Driving Inflation?
Rising costs for housing remained an overhang on inflation in July, though consumers saw relief in falling energy prices.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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July CPI Report Boosts Rate-Cut Odds: What the Experts Say
The July CPI report shows that tariffs are having a slight impact on inflation, though not enough to keep the Fed from cutting interest rates.
By Karee Venema Published
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What Tariffs Mean for Your Sector Exposure
New, higher and changing tariffs will ripple through the economy and into share prices for many quarters to come.
By David Dittman Published
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How Long? How Often? 10 Facts About Economic Recessions
Markets Fears of an economic downturn are once again on the rise, but what is a recession, exactly? We tackle this and other questions here.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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How Big Will the Fed Rate Cut Be This Fall?
A dismal July jobs report has lifted expectations for fall rate cuts. How low could the fed funds rate be by year's end?
By Karee Venema Published
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Japan Tariffs: 5 Things That Might Get More Expensive for You
President Donald Trump's trade agreement with Japan features a 15% reciprocal tariff for all imported products, which could impact the prices of these items when you shop.
By Sean Jackson Published
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How to Invest for a Fall Interest Rate Cut by the Fed
A lot can happen between now and then, but the probability the Fed cuts interest rates in September is back above 80%.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Last updated
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July Jobs Report Renews Rate-Cut Hopes: What the Experts Are Saying
The July jobs report shows weakening in the labor market and lifts expectations for a September rate cut.
By Karee Venema Published
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July Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The July Fed meeting came and went, with Fed Chair Powell saying little about a September rate cut and President Trump.
By Karee Venema Last updated