#Inflation – Equity Markets

Is the U.S. Economy Slowing Down? 7 Economic Numbers That Tell the Story

Summary:The U.S. economy is still growing, but several indicators suggest momentum has moderated. Real GDP rose 1.5% in the second quarter, unemployment remained low at 4.1%, inflation was 3.4% in…

Alex September 1, 2026

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Jobs, GDP or Inflation: Which U.S. Economic Data Matters Most for Stocks?

Summary:For U.S. stock investors, inflation often matters most in the short term because it can change Federal Reserve interest-rate expectations, which directly affect valuations. Jobs data is nearly as important…

Matt Hardy September 1, 2026