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What 4 Financial Professionals Learned On 9/11Many of those who lost their lives in Lower Manhattan worked in finance, creating a vast impact across the industry.
By MP Dunleavey
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Congress Faces Busy AutumnThe Kiplinger Letter Lawmakers likely will avert a government shutdown before hitting the campaign trail.
By Sean Lengell
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: A Pickup Is Coming in AugustEconomic Forecasts Gasoline prices have risen again and may stay elevated. Plus, other price pressures are emerging.
By David Payne
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July CPI Report Lowers September Rate-Hike Odds: What to KnowThe July CPI report showed energy prices fell last month, but they remain much higher year over year. Here's what else the data had to say about inflation.
By Karee Venema
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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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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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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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Why the Trump Account Rollout Is Raising Questions About Social SecuritySocial Security As Social Security barrels toward projected cuts, a newly launched federal savings initiative could privatize the program.
By Kate Schubel
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Can Congress Fix Social Security's Funding Crunch?The Kiplinger Letter If nothing is done, Social Security benefits will need to be cut by 22% in 2033.
By David Payne
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