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August was ‘a very tough month’ for grocery unit sales
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (354+ words) The month saw widespread volume declines, particularly in fresh foods like meat, produce and bakery, according to Circana data prepared by 210 Analytics. The unit sales declines across numerous fresh food categories underscore a significant challenge for grocers, many of which…...
Forecasting the upcoming week: Trump, Xi, oil, tariffs and PMIs
7+ min ago (365+ words) A very positive week saw the US Dollar (USD) climb to new seven-week tops, mostly backed by the hawkish tilt at the FOMC event on Wednesday while unabated strength in Crude Oil prices have also underpinned the move during the…...
Congress is letting the Fed take the fall for inflation
8+ hour, 7+ min ago (562+ words) The Consumer Price Index shows prices rising by 0.4% over the past month, and by 3.4% over the last 12 months. The Fed’s preferred measure of inflation, the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index, isn’t especially reassuring, either. Oil and gas prices, which have…...
Social security's top benefit could rise to $5,362 in 2027: What to know
26+ min ago (186+ words) Published September 18, 2026 Social Security recipients receiving the highest level of benefits are on track for a boost in 2027, though the exact figure won’t be confirmed until next month. The Social Security Administration will announce the official 2027 cost of living adjustment…...
Kevin Warsh Talks About Inflation the Right Way
15+ min ago (11+ words) Rising prices are not the inevitable by-product of a strong economy....
Higher borrowing costs hit mortgages and consumer loans | Fox Business Video
4+ min ago (26+ words) Former CEO of PIMCO Mohamed El-Erian discusses rising Treasury yields and credit crunch concerns. El-Erian breaks down credit card debt, energy markets and artificial intelligence stocks....
3 Healthcare Funds to Take Refuge in as Fed Hikes Interest Rates
8+ hour, 6+ min ago (662+ words) The Federal Reserve raised interest rates Wednesday at the end of its September policy meeting. Although the move was broadly expected, stocks declined following the announcement as ongoing concerns over the economy continued to weigh on consumer sentiment. Although markets…...
Investor sentiment falls to lowest point since 2025, survey shows
28+ min ago (405+ words) The AAII sentiment survey shows bullish investors retreating as oil prices and a surprise rate hike rattle markets Individual investors haven’t been this gloomy in over a year. The latest AAII Sentiment Survey, released on September 18, 2026, shows bullish sentiment cratering…...
What does a rate hike mean for Georgia consumers, businesses?
23+ min ago (37+ words) The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter-point to a target range of 3.75-4% to combat elevated inflation, a move that local economists say signals independent policymaking despite potential impacts on borrowing costs for Georgia residents....
October Fed Hike at $0.55, But I Don???t Think They Hike Before Midterms: Sept. 18, 2026
30+ min ago (163+ words) secfile: SEC EDGAR Filings in R and Python Social Security’s Role in the Federal Debt Explosion Sep / 22 / 2026 - 2:00 pm - ET What Does Implied Volatility Actually Tell You? Sep / 23 / 2026 - 12:00 pm - ET A Fresh Perspective on Covered Call Investing The Fed Decision Isn’t…...