Predicts Higher Inflation

Fed sees higher inflation and slower U.S. economy due to uncertainty tied to Trump tariffs

Uncertainty spawned by President Trump’s tariffs prodded the Federal Reserve to predict a slower economy and higher inflation this year, complicating its decision on whether to cut interest rates ...

MarketWatch - 19h

Fed Holds Rates Steady and Predicts Higher Inflation, Slower Growth Ahead

The central bank penciled in two rate cuts for 2025, but President Trump’s sweeping agenda has injected “remarkably high” uncertainty into the outlook.

The New York Times - 17h

The Fed Sees Higher Inflation and Lower Growth

Also, Zelensky agreed to a limited cease-fire in a call with Trump. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

The New York Times - 19h

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 - Mar. 12

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 - Mar. 12

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 - Mar. 12

Treasury yields end higher for second day after CPI inflation data comes in cooler than expected

Bond yields closed with back-to-back gains Wednesday after the consumer-price index report for February came in cooler than Wall Street expected.

MarketWatch - Mar. 12

Stagflation? Fed sees higher inflation and an economy growing by less than 2% this year

The rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee downgraded its collective outlook for economic growth to 1.7%, down from the last projection of 2.1% in December.

CNBC - 5h

Trump's tariff theater could actually help fight inflation

The effect of President Trump's frenetic style of governance — at least when it comes to trade — represents a peculiar twist that few economists would have predicted.

The Hill - 2d

The Authoritarian Endgame on Higher Education

This is a moment to trumpet the strengths of higher education and address its weaknesses.

The New York Times - 5d

Interest rates will go down gradually, says Bank

Borrowing costs had been widely expected to be left unchanged with inflation, predicted to go up in the coming months.

BBC News - 1h

EU braces for higher prices as US trade war ramps up

For consumers, higher prices loom on supermarket shelves, but for businesses and industry the risks are higher.

BBC News - Mar. 12

Short-term Treasury yields remain near mid-October lows as investors await CPI report and more tariff talks

Bond yields ended higher Tuesday as investors monitored the tariff front, awaited a key inflation report out Wednesday and stayed on guard about a slowing U.S. economy.

MarketWatch - Mar. 11

Wholesale inflation flattens out in February in another sign of easing inflation

Wholesale prices were unchanged in February, offering more evidence that inflation pressures eased somewhat in early 2025.

MarketWatch - Mar. 13

Inflation takes it easy

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Inflation cools in Trump’s first month After a week of rising economic fears, the ...

The Hill - Mar. 12

Central banks should fear misbehaving inflation expectations

Widening dispersion and greater inflation uncertainty mean expectations are not as anchored as they appear

Financial Times - Mar. 11

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 - Mar. 12

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 - Mar. 12

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 - Mar. 12

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 - Mar. 13

Consumer sentiment plunges on worries about tariffs and inflation

Long-term inflation expectations jumped in March, showing intensifying consumer worries about President Trump's trade wars.

CBS News - 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 - Mar. 12

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 - 6d

Home sales see a bump in February thanks to higher-income buyers

Sales of existing homes rose in February, as some buyers — particularly those with higher incomes — are keeping the upper end of the market alive and well.

MarketWatch - 3h

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 - Mar. 12

Here’s the inflation breakdown for February 2025 — in one chart

The consumer price index rose 2.8% in February from 12 months earlier. Inflation decelerated but economists fear tariffs will stall progress.

CNBC - Mar. 12

Treasury yields rise as expectations for more inflation increase

U.S. Treasury yields rose on Friday as investors awaited consumer sentiment data and were relieved after tame inflation data this week.

CNBC - 5d

Trump doesn't rule out recession, rising inflation

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump acknowledged inflation could continue to rise and wouldn't say whether or not he thinks the U.S. economy could fall into a recession. Nikole Killion ...

CBS News - Mar. 9

Inflation rises by 2.8% in February, slightly below expectations

The new consumer price index shows inflation cooled in February, coming in at a lower rate than economists expected. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has a look at the numbers.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Is the new inflation data a good sign for the U.S. economy?

New Consumer Price Index data showed inflation slowed in February, which may be a good sign for the U.S. economy for now. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Inflation Data Test May Rock Unsteady Stock Market

The U.S. consumer price index report could generate concerns if inflation is still simmering.

Inc. - Mar. 9

Key inflation data set to be released tomorrow. Here's what to expect.

Consumer Price Index data on Wednesday will give Americans, and the Federal Reserve, another readout on inflation.

CBS News - Mar. 11

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 - Mar. 12

Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week

Mortgage rates dropped to the lowest rate since October of last year, and that pushed demand even higher last week, after a substantial jump the previous week.

NBC News - Mar. 12

Oil ends higher as tighter U.S. sanctions on Iran, Russia may disrupt global supplies

Oil futures finished higher on Friday, with news of tighter U.S. sanctions on Iran and Russia having the potential to disrupt global crude supplies.

MarketWatch - 5d

Treasury yields end higher Friday, but finish week largely unchanged ahead of Fed meeting

Bond yields ended higher Friday, but were nearly unchanged for the week, as traders awaited next week’s Federal Reserve policy meeting.

MarketWatch - 5d

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

Hungary's leader orders price controls on basic foods as inflation spikes

Hungary’s government is limiting the profit margin for grocers on a number of basic food items in response to growing inflation hitting consumers in the Central European country

ABC News - Mar. 11

A historic opportunity for higher education reform

The American public is witnessing a remarkable political moment.

The Hill - 6d

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