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Even a cooler inflation report may not be enough to keep the Fed from raising rates next week
Americans have already been feeling the pain at the gas pump as the war with Iran has pushed up prices to record highs for this time of year. But the bigger concern is what happens...

Trump’s $5,000 checks would solve a problem that doesn’t exist – and create a new one
...interest rates higher on consumer loans that are pegged to Treasuries, including mortgage rates and auto loans. It’s also working against Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s attempt to calm down...

Wholesale inflation picked up in August, as energy costs kept rising
Inflation at the wholesale level accelerated last month, as the US war with Iran pushed up energy prices. The Producer Price Index, which tracks price...

There’s a simple way the Fed could help calm the bond market
Washington —  Investors are increasingly worried about government deficits and persistent inflation, driving up the price of money. The Federal Reserve can ease some of those nerves. The conflict...