Inflation
News, insights and expert analysis on inflation from the team at Kiplinger.
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The Best and Worst Presidents for InflationWhich commanders-in-chief presided over relative stability in consumer prices, and which ones saw inflation explode higher?
By Kyle Woodley
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What Inflation Might Mean for Your 2026 Tax BillTax Changes The impact of inflation on federal income tax brackets and some other tax credits might not be all bad.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Why Are Grocery Prices Still So High? What’s Driving Your Food BillThe Fed just raised interest rates for the first time in years. Here’s what that could mean for already-high grocery prices and your food budget.
By Rachael Green
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Beating Inflation: How to Protect Your Long-Term ReturnsHistory shows that inflation erodes long-term returns, but investors can diversify their portfolio to help protect wealth against rising costs. Here's how.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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2026 HSA Contribution Limits: What to Know Before the Year EndsHealth Savings The IRS says Health Savings Account contribution limits increased again due to inflation.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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The 40-Year Retirement Rule: How to Prepare Your Taxes for a Longer LifeRetirement Tax The 30-year retirement rule is outdated. Is your tax strategy ready for what comes next?
By Kate Schubel
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How to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Without Cutting CostsThere are no two ways about it: Inflation will affect your retirement savings. But you can plan for rising costs without losing the lifestyle you want.
By John Vandergriff
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America at 250: The 3 Economic Headaches That Haven't Changed Since 1976From sticky inflation to Social Security deadlines, a look back at the 50-year evolution of our personal economies as we celebrate the Semiquincentennial.
By Donna LeValley
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The 'Burger Tax'? 13 States Where Your Summer Barbecue Costs More in 2026Food Taxes Rising beef prices are making summer grilling expensive. But in some states, your backyard burger and other groceries face a double financial hit.
By Kelley R. Taylor
Food Taxes
