Higher rates can tamp down inflation, but they can also change the dynamics of the labor market.
New research found consumers struggling to afford basic necessities are far more likely to turn to high-cost borrowing like payday loans and buy now, pay later services.
Inflation picked up in September. What’s the Fed to do?
It's getting tougher for organizers to host races thanks to inflation, tariffs and greater competition for cash sponsorships.
Not because they want to, but because of inflation.
The price of diesel, competition, and technological innovation are among the factors tamping down inflation in some sectors of this economy.
The producer price index rose 1.3% in September — the largest monthly jump since 2022 — driven largely by energy costs.
The high price of diesel might start showing up in what you pay for fresh vegetables and more.
Prices in September increased 3.7% from last year. Has the energy price dumpster fire spread to the rest of the economy?
And the mere fact that they’re expecting inflation could be enough to cause higher prices.