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Inflation
The debt limit is not a tool for "extortion," Biden adviser Lael Brainard says
by
Kai Ryssdal
, Sean McHenry
and Sarah Leeson
Apr 26, 2023
The new head of the National Economic Council on inflation, supply chains, jobs and post-SVB bank regulation.
UK public sector workers battle for pay hikes that match inflation
Apr 25, 2023
Following a rash of strikes in the public sector, some British workers have settled their pay disputes, but more are taking further action. And the government is striking back.
Watch prices and credit ahead of next rate decision, Chicago Fed CEO says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Andie Corban
Apr 19, 2023
The intensity of a coming economic slowdown will depend on how much banks tighten credit conditions, says Austan Goolsbee.
Climbing housing costs rob Houston of reputation for affordability
Apr 18, 2023
Many Houston residents spend well over 30% of their income on shelter. On top of that, transportation costs are a growing burden on commuters.
Rising restaurant prices aren't stopping Americans from "revenge dining"
by
Henry Epp
Apr 18, 2023
And grocery prices are fallling.
The way of water: Running a business on the banks of the Wisconsin River
Apr 17, 2023
As seasonal businesses focus on inflation and new hires for the summer, the shadow of a possible recession looms in the background.
Eggs are cheaper, but not housing? Inside the latest consumer price index
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
and Kristin Schwab
Apr 12, 2023
The March report shows inflation slowing overall and prices easing in some key areas (food) and not in others (services and shelter.)
For public good, not for profit.
Grocery inflation cools while restaurant prices continue to rise
Apr 12, 2023
Because a restaurant tab pays for more than just the food on the table.
What to look for in the Fed's latest meeting minutes
Apr 12, 2023
Fed watchers pore over the document in minute detail in search of clues about future rate hikes.
Immigration is slowly increasing after a stark pandemic drop
Apr 10, 2023
Here's what that could mean for the labor market — and inflation.