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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Gas Prices Coming Down Amid Trade War
Economic Forecasts Fears of a global economic slowdown have weighed on crude oil prices. Drivers can expect cheaper fill-ups.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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Is the Economy at Risk of a Recession Because of Tariffs? What the Experts Are Saying
With the stock markets up and down and tariffs on and off everyone including retirees may wonder what it means for the economy. Here's what the experts think.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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When Is the Next CPI Report?
CPI Reports When does the next CPI report land and what inflation rate is expected?
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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How Often Bear Markets Occur and 7 Other Facts About Them
investing Bear markets can be terrifying, but they're normal, inevitable and – most importantly – they don't last forever.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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Why Does the Fed Prefer PCE Over CPI?
Inflation has been top of mind for lots of folks in recent years. Most of Wall Street follows the CPI but the Fed favors the PCE. Here's why.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Published
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Tariff Turmoil Overshadows Strong March Jobs Report: What the Experts Are Saying
The March jobs report came in stronger than expected, but the good news is being overshadowed by President Trump's trade war.
By Karee Venema Published
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Worried About Market Volatility? These Are Five of the Safest Vanguard Funds to Own
recession The safest Vanguard funds can help prepare investors for continued market tumult, but without high fees.
By Kyle Woodley Last updated
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When Is the Next Jobs Report?
Jobs Signs of softness in the labor market should be supportive of rate cuts.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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Kiplinger Business Spending Outlook: Still Cautious for Now
Economic Forecasts Businesses will invest more after the election is in the rearview mirror.
By David Payne Last updated
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