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 Do Higher Interest Rates Mean for My Student Loan?

By Stavros Georgiadis, CFA, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you're wondering what do higher interest rates mean for my student loans, the answer is it will make variable-rate loans more expensive.

What Do Higher Interest Rates Mean for Stocks?

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
What do higher interest rates mean for stocks? It's time to be cautious. However, here are several strategies to profit from the trend.

Here’s One Bull Market That Is Snorting Right Now

By Dave Gilbert, Editor, Smart Money
There’s always a bull market somewhere. That’s one of those investing adages you hear all the time. And as with most adages, there is truth in it.

You May Already Own This Powerful Investment

By Dave Gilbert, Editor, Smart Money
To say inflation is really hot right now is an understatement at best. The abhorred “i” word is plastered all over news sites, TV screens, alerts we get on our smartphones. We’re paying more for gas, groceries, and just about everything else.

Inflation Forecast 2022: Take a Deep Breath, This May Be the Worst of It.

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor
Looking for a solid Inflation Forecast 2022? The hope is that we've seen peak inflation and one can make the case that we have.

Hold on to Your Inflation Hats! The CPI Report for March 2022 Was Worse Than Expected.

By Joel Baglole, InvestorPlace Contributor
The consumer price index (CPI), which measures a variety of goods and services, rose 8.5% in March from a year earlier. That reading was above the consensus analyst expectation of 8.4% and marks the highest level for inflation in the U.S. since 1981.

Before You Assume the Worst Is Over, Consider These 3 Inflation Hedges

By Dave Gilbert, Editor, Smart Money
Unless you ignored the news today (which may not be a bad idea), you undoubtedly saw that consumer prices jumped to their highest reading since Ronald Reagan’s first year in the White House more than 40 years ago.

Stock Market Recap: This Week’s 5 Top Stories

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
It's been a busy week for traders as several major announcements rocked the stock market and we're going over them in a recap.

Midday Market Update: Why Are Stocks Up Today?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The stock market is up slightly today and we're going over what's happening with shares in our midday market update for Thursday!

5 Stock Winners (and Losers) When the Fed Raises Rates

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Interest rate raises are on the way from the Federal Reserve and when that happens the stock market will react with new winners and losers.

S&P 500 Death Cross 2022: What Does It Mean for Stocks?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The S&P 500 has hit a major turning point in 2022 with a 'death cross' pattern forming, but what exactly does this do to stocks?

Midday Market Update: Why Are Stocks Down Today?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
We're diving into why stocks are down today in our midday market update for Thursday and there's plenty of reasons to discuss!

U.S. Inflation News: 17 Things to Know About Today’s CPI Report and the Current Inflation Rate

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) Report for February is out and we're continuing to see the effects of inflation on everyday costs in the U.S.

Recession Coming? 4 Signs Pointing to a Major Market Downturn in 2022

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
A recession may be coming in 2022 and there are a few signs investors will want to be on the lookout for that back up that idea.

Market Update: Why Are Stocks Down Today?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Stocks are down with the market taking a beating today and we are diving into why that's happening in our market update for Thursday!

Inflation 2022: 20 Stocks to Watch as Companies Hike Consumer Prices

By Eddie Pan, InvestorPlace Financial News Writer
January's CPI data arrived today, showing the highest year-over-year increase since 1982. What are some stocks to watch amid inflation 2022?

January CPI Data: What Does It Mean for Inflation Fears?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
The January Consumer Price Index (CPI) data is in and it's not looking good for those hoping inflation will stop anytime soon.

Interest Rate Hikes 2022: How Many the Pros Are Predicting for This Year

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Interest rate hikes in 2022 are happening and experts are weighing in on how many they expect from the Federal Reserve this year.

Market Update: Why Are Stocks Up Friday?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
We're diving into why stocks are up on Friday with our latest market update as the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite rise today!
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