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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.
Gas influences how a lot of things cost – but there are other factors behind rising prices.
Prices may be coming down and houses are on the market longer, but many potential buyers have given up.
Fresh consumer price index data pretty much guarantees a big interest rate hike when the Federal Reserve meets next week.
