Economy & Politics

Inflation. Interest rates. Housing prices. Investors spend their time closely watching various economic data points and seeing how the Federal Reserve and other policy and lawmakers react. InvestorPlace is breaking down the basics so you can make the smartest moves possible with your money.

What Is Stagflation? What Causes It and What We’ve Learned from the 1970s.

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Stagflation remains a chief concern among economists as one of the most devastating economic conditions. What is stagflation?

Stock Market Crash Alert: Q1 GDP Sounds Stagflation Alarm Bells

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Wall Street is abuzz with stagflation concerns after the brutally underwhelming Q1 GDP report. Will the stock market crash?

PCE vs CPI: Why Does the Fed Prefer the PCE? How Are the Two Inflation Metrics Different?

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Since the pandemic, Wall Street has been discussing inflation. So, PCE vs. CPI: What's the difference between the two inflation measures?

Stock Market Crash: S&P 500 Falls Below 5,000

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
While it may be too early to call for a stock market crash, both technical and fundamental dynamics are moving discouragingly.

Stock Market Crash Alert: Mark Your Calendars for April 25

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Investors are keeping a close eye on the crucial Q1 GDP report, due on Thursday, April 25. Will the stock market crash?

What is GDP and How Exactly Is GDP Calculated?

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
GDP remains one of the single-most important barometers of a country's economic health. So, what is GDP? And why does it matter so much?

Why Are Home and Car Insurance Costs Skyrocketing in 2024?

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Car and home insurance costs are up more than 22% year-over-year as a hidden driver of inflation. Why are insurance premiums rising?

What Is Inflation? How to Define the Change in Consumer Prices.

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Inflation remains the center of economic discussion worldwide in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. So, what is inflation?

Your Guide to the 6 Main Types of Inflation Defined

By Shrey Dua, InvestorPlace Assistant News Writer
Inflation continues to hold Wall Street in a virtual stranglehold. What are the six main types of inflation you need to know about?