Consumer prices

Is inflation Biden’s or Trump’s fault? The answer isn’t so simple, economists say

The recent U.S. presidential debate saw both candidates trade barbs related to the economy. High pandemic-era inflation was among the…

Euro zone inflation eases to 2.5% as core print misses estimate

Headline inflation in the euro area dipped to 2.5% in June, the European Union’s statistics agency said Tuesday, while the…

Inflation slows in May, with consumer prices up 3.3% from a year ago

The consumer price index showed no increase in May as inflation slightly loosened its stubborn grip on the U.S. economy,…

CPI report shows inflation easing in April, with consumer prices still rising 3.4% from a year ago

Inflation eased slightly in April, providing at least a bit of relief for consumers while still holding above levels that…

Here’s everything to expect from Wednesday’s key report on inflation

Inflation trends may have gotten a little less dreary in April, though they are still likely to keep the Federal…

This inflation-focused ETF may be in a sweet spot

It’s an exchange-traded fund designed to profit from higher rates. But even if the Federal Reserve starts to cut this…

‘Big change’ in global growth is bullish for commodities including copper, says VanEck CEO

Investors should consider commodities due to a “big change” involving international expansion, according to VanEck CEO Jan van Eck. “The…

A crucial report Wednesday is expected to show little progress against inflation

A closely watched Labor Department report due Wednesday is expected to show that not much progress is being made in…

Fed must get ‘more aggressive’ with rate cuts due to weakening jobs market, Canaccord’s chief market strategist says

The Federal Reserve may have new incentives in the second quarter to cut rates deeper this year. Canaccord Genuity’s Tony…

Time is running out for interest rate cuts, market forecaster Jim Bianco warns before Fed meeting

The window for interest rate cuts may be closing. On the eve of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting, Wall…