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Inflation
Federal Reserve, assessing inflation-unemployment link, faces an inflection point
Jul 3, 2024
But some economists say the relationship between inflation and employment is not as black and white as it used to be.
Economy looms large as United Kingdom heads to polls
by
Rob Watson
Jul 3, 2024
Voting in the U.K.'s general election takes place on Thursday, and the economy has been at the center of the campaign.
Why the last mile in the Federal Reserve's inflation fight has been uphill
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
, Alex Schroeder
, Ariana Rosas
and Nic Perez
Jun 20, 2024
It's taking a longer time for the broader economy to feel the impact of higher interest rates, in part because of debts locked in when rates were lower.
Offshore wind industry hammered by inflation, interest rates
Jun 17, 2024
Economics has frustrated efforts to expand the turbine fleet and meet clean energy goals. But the industry is adjusting.
How does the cost of housing figure into the consumer price index? It's complicated.
Jun 14, 2024
Owners' equivalent rent measures the market cost of living in a home — which is a bit different from how much we actually spend on housing.
Bad news for the job market could be good news for inflation
Jun 13, 2024
Initial jobless claims hit a 10-month high last week. If that takes pressure off prices, the Federal Reserve might reduce interest rates.
Why is the Fed still so cautious about interest rates?
Jun 13, 2024
Despite the CPI coming in unexpectedly low, the Federal Reserve needs more convincing that inflation is really getting better.
For public good, not for profit.
How the Federal Reserve's inflation fight today compares with the '70s and '80s
Jun 12, 2024
Decades ago, the Fed was battling double-digit inflation, and Chair Paul Volcker took aggressive action that drove interest rates way up.
What do people think causes inflation?
Jun 12, 2024
A survey reveals the general public doesn't always agree with economists on what causes higher prices.
Small businesses are apprehensive these days
Jun 11, 2024
The NFIB reports a spike in its uncertainty index, perhaps triggered by thrifty consumers and the upcoming election.