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Aerospace Industry Hopes for Iran WindfallThe Kiplinger Letter Pent-up demand plus boost in defense business bode well for the aerospace sector, despite the challenges.
By Matthew Housiaux
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Inflation at a 2-Year High With War in IranThe March CPI report, released Friday morning, showed spiking energy costs are boosting inflation. Here's what to know.
By Karee Venema
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5 of the Safest Vanguard Funds to OwnThe safest Vanguard funds can help you through a volatile market by adding stability to your portfolio at low cost.
By Kyle Woodley
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War in the Middle East Spells Higher Inflation for ConsumersThe Letter The economy can probably withstand the jump in fuel costs, but prices figure to rise faster, straining many budgets.
By Matthew Housiaux
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March Fed Meeting: Updates and CommentaryThe 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 InflationThe 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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The February CPI Report Is Tame, but Higher Inflation’s ComingThe 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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February Jobs Report Shows a Surprise Drop in PayrollsThe Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut interest rates anytime soon, even with a shockingly weak February jobs report. Here's why.
By Karee Venema
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Farmers Brace for Another Rough YearThe 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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