The Federal Reserve’s preferred measure is at a four-decade high. Rising gas prices tied to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could push it up further.
Tag: United States Economy
Federal Reserve Isn’t Likely to Change Course After Ukraine Invasion
Central bankers are poised to raise interest rates in March. The Russian invasion of Ukraine poses a risk to economic growth but will likely exacerbate inflation.
White House Prepares Curbs on Russia’s Access to U.S. Technology
Biden administration officials have warned Russia that it could face further restrictions on technology that is critical to its economy and military.
The US Economy and The Russian-Ukraine Conflict: What Does it Mean?
The Russian attack on Ukraine could push up oil and food prices globally at a time of already-high inflation. In the U.S., it will drive up uncertainty.
Sanctions on Russia pose new threat to a fragile global economy.
Armed conflict could exacerbate supply chain disruptions and drive food, gas and other prices higher.
Your Monday Briefing: Fears of Invasion Mount
Airlines suspend flights over Ukraine.
Food Prices Approach Record Highs, Threatening the World’s Poorest
The prices have climbed to their highest level since 2011, according to a U.N. index. It could cause social unrest “on a widespread scale,” one expert said.
Part-Time Work During a Labor Shortage
A tight job market is unlikely to reverse inequality.
Prices and Ire, Rising
Inflation is up, and Americans are mad. But it’s not a simple story.
Personal Profit in Congress
Some members of Congress have strangely good timing when it comes to stock investments.