#inflation

Many Americans 'Muscling Through' a Growing Affordability Crisis

As prices rise, many Americans are cutting costs or tapping savings to cope. Some change habits; others keep spending by borrowing or using reserves, deepening affordability strains.

3 Moves to Protect Your Money Before Inflation Bites in 2026

Take three proactive steps before inflation intensifies in 2026: shore up emergency savings, add inflation-linked bonds and real assets, and lock variable-rate loans.

Will Inflation Uncertainty Slow Planned Rate Cuts in 2026?

Inflation’s month-to-month swings and sticky services prices could make the Fed more cautious about 2026 rate cuts, keeping markets attentive to data and labor-market signals.

Investors Thankful as Cooling Inflation and Strong Earnings Lift Markets

Investors are upbeat as inflation cools, Fed signals caution and major companies post stronger-than-feared earnings, fueling a year-end rally despite lingering risks.