inflation

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At the same time, influencers became the dominant force in marketing, more so than brands, and the appeal of ethical consumerism ran headlong into an economy battered by the pandemic and inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

But outside of earnings season, investors must contend with worries about the Iran conflict, higher oil prices and the risk that renewed inflation pressures could complicate the Federal Reserve’s path on interest rates.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

His key concern is that inflation expectations could indeed ramp up as the Fed is now in the process of missing its inflation target for a sixth year.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Concerns about rising energy prices, inflation pressures and bond market woes persist, with consumer sentiment hitting an all-time low.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

As inflation ate away at their modest government pensions, Elizebeth spent long hours going over their checkbooks, bank records, and tax forms.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield