Tag: #inflation

August 2025 Sees Unexpected Rise in U.S. Retail Sales Amidst Mixed Economic Signals

U.S. retail sales grow 0.6% in August 2025, beating expectations, while job growth slows and inflationary pressures intensify.

#economy, #retailsales, #inflation, #labor, #federalreserve

Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rate Amid Economic Concerns

The Fed reduces interest rates to 4.00%-4.25% amid economic slowdown and inflation pressures, signaling possible further cuts.

#federalreserve, #interestrates, #economy, #inflation, #us

Federal Reserve Expected to Cut Interest Rates Amid Economic Concerns

Fed set to announce a rate cut as labor market weakens and inflation persists, marking the first cut since December 2024.

#federalreserve, #interestrates, #economy, #inflation, #uslabor

U.S. Retail Sales Exceed Expectations in August 2025 but Labor Market Weakens

August 2025 sees U.S. retail sales up 0.6%, surpassing forecasts, but labor market shows weakness with rising unemployment.

#retail, #economy, #federalreserve, #inflation

Federal Reserve Expected to Cut Interest Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty

The Fed plans a 25 basis point rate cut to counter a weakening labor market and persistent inflation, signaling possible further cuts.

#federalreserve, #interestrates, #economy, #inflation, #usjobs

IMF Highlights Strains in U.S. Economy Amid Job Revisions and Inflation Concerns

IMF reports U.S. economic strains with job revisions and inflation risks, raising questions about fiscal strategies and data accuracy.

#imf, #useconomy, #inflation, #employment, #tariffs

IMF Revises Global Growth Forecasts Upward for 2025 and 2026

IMF projects global growth rates of 3.0% in 2025 and 3.1% in 2026 despite trade tensions.

#imf, #globalgrowth, #trade, #economy, #inflation

Federal Reserve Poised for Possible Rate Cut Amid Economic Slowdown

FOMC expected to cut rates as U.S. faces job slowdown and persistent inflation above 2% target.

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Goldman Sachs Predicts Gold Could Soar to $5,000 Amid Fed Independence Concerns

Goldman Sachs warns political interference with the Fed could push gold prices to $5,000, impacting financial markets and economic stability.

#gold, #federalreserve, #inflation, #markets, #uspolitics

Federal Reserve's Autonomy Threatened Amidst Stagnant U.S. Economy

Fed's Beige Book signals stagnant economy, while Trump's political pressures threaten central bank's independence.

#federalreserve, #uspolitics, #economy, #tarrifs, #inflation

Inflation Concerns Dampen U.S. Consumer Sentiment in August 2025

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Index falls as inflation worries surge, impacting economic outlook.

#economy, #inflation, #consumer sentiment, #University of Michigan

Fears of Stagflation Rise Amid U.S. Economic Challenges

Stagflation fears grow as the U.S. faces rising inflation and a weakening labor market, with policymakers divided on response strategies.

#stagflation, #inflation, #labor market, #federal reserve

Powell's Pivotal Speech at Jackson Hole: Key Insights Expected

Chair Powell to address inflation and labor market issues at Jackson Hole amid internal Fed debates.

#federalreserve, #jacksonhole, #economy, #inflation, #interest rates

U.S. Producer Price Index Sees Largest Surge Since 2022, Fueling Inflation Concerns

July 2025 sees the U.S. Producer Price Index rise 0.9%, challenging Federal Reserve's rate cut plans amid inflation concerns.

#ppi, #inflation, #federalreserve, #interestrates, #markets

U.S. Faces Historic Surge in Vegetable Prices Amid Tariffs and Labor Shortages

U.S. vegetable prices soar 38.9% in July; tariffs and labor shortages create inflationary pressure on consumer goods.

#vegetableprices, #tariffs, #labor, #inflation, #economy