The Federal Reserve is unlikely to declare victory in its war on inflation. But investors will watch for any hint that rate increases might be over.
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Overall P.C.E. Inflation Ticked Up in July
Overall inflation climbed to 3.3 percent, from 3 percent previously, underscoring the Fed’s long road back to 2 percent price increases.
Will Inflation Keep Slowing? The Key Areas to Watch
Will inflation continue to slow at a solid pace? Economists are warily watching a few key areas, like housing and cars.
Can Affluence and Affordable Housing Coexist in Colorado’s Rockies?
The outdoorsy lifestyle of Colorado mountain towns has become a magnet for the new remote-worker class, upending life for those already rooted there.
Inflation Rose to 3.2%, but Overall Price Trends Are Encouraging
Economists looked past the first acceleration in overall inflation in more than a year and saw signs that price pressures continued to moderate in July.
U.S. Adds 187,000 Jobs in July as Economy Cools
Employers added 187,000 workers in July, a slower pace than the recent norm, but “more sustainable,” one economist said.
How ESPN Went From Disney’s Financial Engine to Its Problem
The sports juggernaut continues to earn billions of dollars for Disney, but profits are down and opportunities for growth have dwindled.
Strong Economic Data Buoys Biden, but Many Voters Are Still Sour
Voters continue to rate the president poorly on economic issues, but there are signs the national mood is beginning to improve.
The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Cooled in June
The Personal Consumption Expenditures index moderated, even as consumer spending data looked strong.
Fed Raises Interest Rates After a Pause and Leaves Door Open to More
Federal Reserve officials lifted borrowing costs by a quarter-point after pausing in June. Rates could rise more, but the central bank is not ready to commit.