Inflation, declining demand and uncertainty are bumming out investors.

As many central banks raise interest rates, the Bank of Japan is keeping them low to prop up the economy. That leads to a depreciated currency.

A stronger U.S. currency is not so great when both your debt and the commodities you need to buy are both priced in dollars.

Higher yields on government bonds mean the interest rate you pay for pretty much everything also climbs.

A new law has given the Federal Maritime Commission the teeth it needs to tackle high shipping fees and congestion at the ports.

The metaphor for the Federal Reserve’s inflation-fighting goal is losing favor. Hard landings are more common, unfortunately.

Drought has made the last few years tough for farmers like Keith Alverson of Chester, South Dakota. But higher corn prices are keeping him optimistic.

Sales rose 0.3% last month, but there are signs some consumers are pulling back on big-ticket items, excluding cars.

Farmers are paying more for equipment and supplies. Drought in the Great Plains has hurt corn and wheat. The Ukraine war also plays a role.

Producer prices reflect costs throughout the production process. Prices for raw materials are starting to ease.