Don't forget: There's still a trade war going on

Segments From This Episode

• How energy prices figure into the Fed's interest rate decisions

  by Justin Ho

  

  Energy prices are likely going to be a big focus at the Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee meeting next week. That's because rising energy costs could push up inflation overall — or, they could slow economic growth.

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• Can price caps bring down grocery bills?

  by Sabri Ben-Achour and Ashley Rodriguez

  

  A new proposal suggests freezing prices on staple foods — but economists warn price controls could bring shortages and other unintended consequences.

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