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Inflation
As consumer sentiment survey is released, differences emerge at different wealth levels
Apr 26, 2024
Inflation continues to be a key factor but richer folks have greater protection from its effects.
U.S. GDP grew by 1.6% in the first quarter, slower than expected
Apr 25, 2024
This marks the end of a six-quarter streak of GDP growth of 2% or more. But the downshift might not be cause for worry just yet.
Why does the world want dollars? Because of high interest rates, thriving economy in U.S.
Apr 23, 2024
The greenback is so strong that Japan and South Korea have complained.
Summer EBT will help families buy groceries. But 14 states are opting out.
Apr 12, 2024
Administrative costs and a lack of political will are leading some states to turn down a new food aid program for children.
Home prices have risen 423% in 40 years, fueling economic discontent
Apr 9, 2024
From 1984 to 2023, the median cost of a new home rose from $79,900 to $417,700, more than double the rate of overall price inflation.
Wage growth outpaced inflation in March
Apr 5, 2024
That's good for workers, who have been experiencing positive real wage growth since May 2023.
Fed Chair Powell: Interest rates likely won't return to "historically low levels" before the pandemic
by
Kai Ryssdal
, Sean McHenry
and Andie Corban
Mar 29, 2024
Powell discusses how monetary policymakers arrive at consensus, the value of transparency and the issues that influence interest rate decisions.
For public good, not for profit.
What does the Fed mean when it says it's looking for 'good data'?
Mar 28, 2024
The latest Personal Consumption Expenditures index, or PCE, will be released Friday. Experts say there are other clues the Fed is looking for, too.
As higher-income households do more shopping at Walmart, the store is stocking fancier brands
Mar 22, 2024
The fluorescent lit aisles of big box stores don’t scream luxury. But for certain items, consumers just don’t care.
Unilever is planning to spin off its ice cream assets
Mar 19, 2024
The move, which would see Ben & Jerry's moved to a stand-alone unit, is part of a corporate restructuring.