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Wage-Price Spiral: Is the U.S. Economy Stuck in a Feedback Loop?

The American economic landscape of the post-pandemic era has been defined by a word many hadn't uttered in decades: inflation. From the gas pump to the grocery store, the rising…

Evan Stubs August 24, 2026

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Stagflation Fears in America: A Repeat of the 1970s or a Modern-Day Myth?

A specter is haunting the American economy—the specter of stagflation. This ominous term, a portmanteau of "stagnation" and "inflation," conjures images of the tumultuous 1970s: long gas lines, soaring unemployment,…

Gideon August 23, 2026

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The Last Mile: Why Taming the Final Stretch of Inflation is the Fed’s Toughest Challenge

Imagine a marathon runner. For the first 20 miles, they are strong, paced, and confident, closing the gap with the leaders. The final 6.2 miles, however, are a different race…

Alex August 23, 2026

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The Fed’s Balancing Act: Can It Tame Inflation Without Triggering a Recession?

In the grand amphitheater of the global economy, few institutions command as much attention as the Federal Reserve (the Fed). Since 2022, its policymakers have been engaged in a high-stakes…

Alex August 22, 2026

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The Ripple Effect: How the Federal Funds Rate Impacts Your Mortgage, Car Loan, and Savings Account

If you’ve ever felt a shift in your financial world—a sudden jump in your mortgage quote, a change in your car loan’s interest rate, or finally, a glimmer of meaningful…

Evan Stubs August 22, 2026

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The Relationship Between Inflation, Interest Rates, and Consumer Spending

Explore how inflation and interest rates shape consumer spending in 2025. Learn market impacts, sector strategies, and investor insights for smarter decisions.

Gideon August 13, 2026

GE to Invest 0M to Reshore Washing Machine Production to U.S.

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GE to Invest $490M to Reshore Washing Machine Production to U.S.

GE Appliances says that it plans to invest $490 million to move production of its washing machines from China to its Louisville, Kentucky headquarters. According to a June 26 release…

Matt Hardy August 11, 2026

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Inflation and Interest Rates: How the Fed’s 2025 Policy Is Shaping U.S. Markets

Explore how the Fed’s 2025 interest rate cuts and inflation trends are shaping U.S. markets, from stocks to bonds, real estate, and retirement planning.”

Gideon August 11, 2026

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Lula, Xi urge BRICS unity amid Trump threats

Leaders of countries that make up the BRICS alliance have continued to decry President Trump's tariffs and promised to fight against "unjustified and illegal trade practices." Bloomberg reports: Brazil’s Luiz…

Matt Hardy August 8, 2026

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Has the US ‘lost’ India? Experts aren’t so sure.

A series of appearances this past week saw Chinese President Xi Jinping all smiles alongside a variety of America's rivals. The events — a summit that was then followed by…

Matt Hardy August 6, 2026