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American Eagle says consumer is slowing down, issues weak guidance
American Eagle warned that consumers are slowing down as recession fears swirl.CNBC - 5d -
What contributed to February's cooling inflation
A better-than-expected inflation report may have contributed to a better stock market performance. Still the trade war is still on, and the European Union announced retaliatory tariffs. Kelly ...CBS News - 5d -
How a Classic French Dish Is Squeezed by Lingering Inflation
Businesses across Europe, including restaurants in Paris that make the dish, are being squeezed by sticky inflation.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Investors buoyed by signs of cooling U.S. inflation
Wall Street breathes a sigh of relief after a new report showed inflation slowed last month by more than expected.CBS News - 5d -
Is the inflation drop good news for mortgage rates?
Inflation fell in February for the first time in five months, which could have an impact on mortgage rates.CBS News - 5d -
What does February's inflation report mean for me?
Egg prices went up and airfare prices went down. Here's what to know about February's inflation report.The Hill - 5d -
Egg prices soar as inflation cools in first full month of Trump term
Inflation report arrives as markets slide and recession fears grow.ABC News - 5d -
Why this week's positive inflation reports won't look as good to the Fed
On the surface, February's inflation data released this week brought some encouraging news.CNBC - 4d -
New York AG announces bill to protect consumers from scams after Trump hobbles CFPB
With the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau frozen, consumers will have to rely on their state AGs and regulators when they have complaints.CNBC - 4d -
We don’t need the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — we have courts
President Trump has dropped several cases filed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, leading to calls for 1 million lawyers to help consumers instead of a government agency.The Hill - 2d -
Unpacking February's slight inflation cooldown
Inflation cooled more than economists expected in February but remained higher than where the Federal Reserve would like it to be, rising 2.8% from a year earlier. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent ...CBS News - 5d -
Egg Prices Surge Again Even as Inflation Eases
Prices for the staple rose 10.4% in February even as overall inflation eased a bit. An outbreak of avian influenza continued to contribute to a nationwide egg shortage.The New York Times - 5d -
Think You Understand Your Dog? Think Again.
People interpret a dog’s emotions based on its situation and have “a big blind spot” for the actual animal, a new study found.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Why a gold investment makes sense (even with inflation dropping)
Inflation dropped in February, according to a new report. Here's why a gold investment could be worth it anyway.CBS News - 5d -
Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking now has memory and Google apps integration
Google makes Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental more personal by connecting more Google apps and services.VentureBeat - 4d -
Consumer prices fell in China in February and remain flat in a sluggish economy
Consumer prices fell in China in February for the first time in 13 months, as persistent weak demand was compounded by the early timing of the Lunar New Year holidayABC News - Mar. 9 -
How consumers can protect their finances as federal safeguards crumble
As the Trump administration looks to neuter the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, advocates urge borrowers to step up their own defenses around their money.NBC News - 6d -
Jamie Dimon on Trump tariff policy: 'Uncertainty is not a good thing'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon acknowledged President Trump’s tariff policy is causing uncertainty for businesses, which is “not a good thing.” “I don’t think the average American consumer who ...The Hill - 5d -
'He's probably thinking, why did I say that?' - McGinn on Miller claim
John McGinn thinks Lennon Miller might regret saying he could soon become Scotland's best player but has backed the teenager to flourish.BBC News - 5h -
Kugler says Fed should hold interest rates amid inflation risks
Inflation could continue to be 'persistent' and prices could potentially increase again, Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler told CNBC's Silvia Amaro.CNBC - Mar. 10 -
Here's what today's CPI report says about inflation
The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than the Fed would like.CBS News - 6d -
Trump tariffs push consumer sentiment to lowest level since 2022
President Trump's escalating trade wars have shaken confidence in the economy among Americans across the political spectrum, according to survey results released Friday. The University of ...The Hill - 3d -
New data shows major drop in U.S. consumer sentiment
A new University of Michigan survey shows consumer sentiment in the U.S. has dropped significantly amid uncertainty about the economy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - 3d -
Toast, Shift4 lead drop in fintechs as investors exit stocks tied to consumer spending
Fintech stocks are under pressure as investors worry about companies heavily reliant on consumer spending.CNBC - 4d -
Consumer Spending Rose Weakly in February
Tepid gains after a January dropoff indicate growing caution among U.S. shoppers amid stock market plunges and DOGE job cuts.Inc. - 22h -
Poll: Majority of Americans think Trump is too close to Russia
A majority of Americans think President Trump is too closely aligned with Russia, including more than a quarter of Republicans, a poll released Thursday found. The Reuters/Ipsos survey found 56 ...The Hill - 4d -
Homan on deportation flights: ‘I don’t care what the judges think’
Border czar Tom Homan said he doesn’t care what the judges think about the deportation flights of Venezuelan gang members as the administration faces a legal battle over the flight. “I’m proud to ...The Hill - 22h -
Stocks take another tumble after Trump's weekend comments on inflation
The stock market nosedived after the opening bell on Monday amid President Trump's remarks over the weekend that inflation could continue to rise. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
India's inflation rate dips to cooler-than-expected 3.61% in February, below central bank's target
The lower inflation reading could give the Reserve Bank of India room to cut rates and support its slowing economy.CNBC - 6d -
30-year vs. 15-year mortgage loans: Which is better during inflation?
Experts say both can make financial sense during inflation, depending on your circumstances and goals.CBS News - 5d -
Why Successful Leaders Think with Intention
Thought and purpose have the power to fuel long-term success and growth.Inc. - 4d -
Consumer credit rose to $5 trillion in January — 'small cracks are starting to emerge,' analyst says
Revolving debt, which mostly includes credit card balances, jumped 8.2% in January, according to the Federal Reserve’s latest consumer credit report.CNBC - Mar. 10 -
Why you should open a $5,000 long-term CD now that inflation's falling again
Inflation fell in February for the first time since September. Here's why a $5,000 long-term CD could be worth opening now.CBS News - 5d -
S&P 500 closes higher on soft inflation report; Nasdaq jumps 1% as traders snap up tech shares
The Nasdaq Composite rose on Wednesday after a soft inflation report eased concerns about the economy and as investors snapped up beaten-up technology shares.NBC News - 5d -
See How Elon Musk’s Team Inflated, Deleted and Rewrote Its Savings Claims
The cost-cutting group removed hundreds of contracts from its “wall of receipts,” added back many of them, and inflated savings values.The New York Times - 4d -
Stop saying ‘I think’—to sound confident and influence people, use this ‘subtle but powerful’ swap
Minimizing language like "I think" can "dilute your credibility," says communication expert Lorraine K. Lee, author of "Unforgettable Presence."CNBC - 23h -
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Inflation worries resurfaced even before Trump ramped up tariffs. Don’t expect angst to go away.
Wall Street was already nervous about a potential rise in inflation because of President Trump’s tariffs — and the last thing investors want to see is another disappointing reading on prices even ...MarketWatch - 6d -
