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Inflation
Inflation expectations are calm, but some expect that to change
Nov 20, 2024
The Federal Reserve may take note of whether businesses anticipate having to pay higher wages or raise prices under the next administration.
Central banks are worried about inflation flaring up again
by
Henry Epp
Nov 19, 2024
Conflict in Ukraine and the Middle East, potential trade wars and climate disasters have monetary policymakers around the globe on edge.
Incumbents are losing around the world, not just the U.S.
by
Janet Nguyen
Nov 14, 2024
Marketplace looked at how many incumbents lost control of the presidency or prime ministership, finding that more than 70% did.
Why is the cost of car insurance skyrocketing?
Nov 14, 2024
Consumer inflation was pretty moderate in October, with prices overall rising 2.6% year-over-year. But car insurance bills have climbed by 14%—more than five times the rate of inflation overall.
Inflation is higher in New York and Hawaii than in Tampa and Denver. Why?
Nov 13, 2024
It mostly comes down to one thing: housing.
Wage growth continues to outpace inflation
Nov 13, 2024
Price growth has moderated. Wage growth hasn't, for the most part.
Are the Fed's efforts to lower inflation stalling?
Nov 11, 2024
Economists predict inflation will stay at the same level as the last few months, just above the Federal Reserve's 2% target. Does it matter?
For public good, not for profit.
Consumer sentiment rises again as inflation pressures ease
Nov 8, 2024
The University of Michigan survey was done before Election Day. Optimism about future economic conditions is at best level in nearly four years.
The Trump 2.0 economy
by
Ellen Rolfes
Nov 8, 2024
In this week's "Make Me Smart" newsletter, we explore how President-elect Donald Trump's campaign promises could shape the U.S. economy over the next four years.
Trump inherits a sturdy economy
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sofia Terenzio
Nov 6, 2024
Higher tariffs and lower taxes are key to Trump's plan. The WSJ's Greg Ip weighs their potential effect on the economy Biden and the Fed built.