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What to Look Out for in Economic Data This WeekThe major theme for this week's economic calendar is inflation, with data on consumer prices due on Wednesday and producer prices on Thursday.
By Karee Venema
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Weak July Jobs Report Cools Rate-Hike OddsThe July jobs report was released Friday morning. Here's what the data show.
By Karee Venema
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesEconomic Forecasts An end to the conflict with Iran could unlock Middle Eastern oil exports trapped in the Persian Gulf. But markets have seen peace deals fall apart before.
By Jim Patterson
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Iran Conflict Boosts Inflation ThreatThe Kiplinger Letter The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma on how quickly to raise interest rates as prices of key commodities stay high.
By Jim Patterson
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How to Prepare Your Portfolio for a Prolonged Market DownturnWe like seeing our assets climb, but that won't last forever, and recovery can take a long time. Act now to ensure your assets can carry you through a downturn.
By Barry H. Spencer, Registered Investment Adviser
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: May Sees Multifamily Building SpikeEconomic Outlooks High mortgage rates, persistent inflation and affordability constraints continue to weigh on housing demand and builder sentiment.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthKiplinger Forecasts In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Pauses Rates CutsForecasts The Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.
By David Payne
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July Fed Meeting: Updates and CommentaryThe July Fed meeting comes as oil prices fall and the labor market holds steady. And while inflation remains elevated, the FOMC held steady this time around.
By Karee Venema
