The Latest Breaking News from Inflation

The dollar may have staged a short-lived comeback in July, climbing more than 3% after its worst first-half in decades, but its summer surge is quickly unraveling as stagflation fears resurface.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.41% and posted at a 1.5-week high. The dollar garnered support from hawkish Fed comments. Kansas City Fed President Jeffrey Schmid said “modestly restrictive” monetary policy is still appropriate due to inflation risks. Meanwhile, Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack said she...

Gen Zers who are lucky enough to get an office job: Don’t expect a raise.

The Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Economic Symposium kicks off Thursday, but all eyes are on Chair Jerome Powell's speech Friday at 10 a.m. ET. Markets are hoping for clues on interest rate cuts, but Powell is unlikely to commit just yet.

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.27% at a 1-week high. The dollar garnered support today on comments from Kansas City Fed President Jeffrey Schmid, who said "modestly restrictive" monetary policy is still appropriate due to inflation risks. The dollar added to its gains on stronger-than-expected US...

For retirees and those living on Social Security, annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) are supposed to help offset inflation. But while a bigger check sounds like a win, it can sometimes come with an unwelcome surprise: higher taxes. Many seniors are asking, could your 2025 COLA push you into a higher…

Retirees know that where you put your money matters just as much as how much you have saved. With market swings, inflation, and changing interest rates, finding safe but rewarding options is essential. The right mix can give you both stability and income while minimizing tax headaches. That’s why looking…

By ignoring the quantity theory of money and employing neo-Keynesian macroeconomic models, central bankers are often wrong-footed.

From 2019 to 2024, average CEO pay at these firms climbed 34.7%, compared with just a 16.3% rise for their average worker pay. Inflation was 22.6% over the same period.

Recently released minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting confirm that officials favoring a tough stance on inflation remain in control, opting to hold interest rates steady as they monitor the economic impact of tariffs.

Confused about the $600 tariff checks? A top money expert breaks down who qualifies, what it means, and how to claim your refund before it’s too late.