Articles Tagged 'economy'
PPI Jumped 1.3%, and Only Half of It Was Energy
US producer prices rose 1.3% in September 2026. By our calculation energy was about half of it, and prices outside energy still rose 0.7%.
Progressive Earnings: Car Insurance Is Getting Cheaper
Car insurance cost 5.0% less in September 2026 than a year earlier. Progressive took in less premium per policy while its profit stayed far above its own goal.
Social Security Raise for 2027 Is 3.6% as Inflation Climbs
Social Security benefits rise 3.6% in 2027, about $75 a month for the average retiree, after September prices rose 3.7% over the year.
Why Plane Tickets Cost So Much More This Holiday Season
Airfares rose 23.4% in the year to August. Delta's third quarter shows where the extra money went, mostly to jet fuel, and what its holiday outlook implies.
Fed Minutes: Another Hike Likely, November CPI Too Late
Fed minutes released October 7 say most officials see another hike as likely appropriate by year end. Both remaining 2026 decisions come before November CPI.
Fed Hikes to 3.75%-4.00%, Signals One More Hike in 2026
The Fed raised rates 25 bps to 3.75%-4.00% on September 16, 2026 by a 12-0 vote, its first hike since 2023, and its new projections point to one more this year.
Fed Cuts Interest Rates to 4.00%-4.25%: September 17, 2025 FOMC Decision
Breaking: Federal Reserve cuts interest rates 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25% at September 17, 2025 FOMC meeting. Complete analysis of market impact.
Understanding Federal Reserve Interest Rates: How They Work and Why They Matter
Master Federal Reserve interest rates with this comprehensive guide. Learn how Fed rates work, why they change, and how to position your finances for any rate environment.
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What Is the Federal Reserve? Your Complete Guide to America's Central Bank [2026 Edition]
Master the Federal Reserve System with this comprehensive 2025 guide. Learn how America's central bank works, why it matters to your money, and how to use Fed knowledge for better financial decisions. Includes interactive calculators and tools.