Inflation (Economics) – Page 101

A Fed Governor Reiterates That Rate Cuts Are Coming

Christopher Waller, one of seven Washington-based Fed governors, said officials should cut rates as inflation cools — though timing was uncertain.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Fresh Inflation Data Shows Intact, but Bumpy, Cool-Down

Inflation remains faster than usual — and month-to-month bumps are still likely as volatile prices fluctuate — but it is making progress back toward a normal pace.

By Jeanna Smialek

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Inflation Is Moderating, but Pressure Remains on Biden

Voters have taken a downbeat view of the economy because costs have remained stubbornly high.

By Alan Rappeport

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U.S. Added 216,000 Jobs in December, Outpacing Forecasts

Hiring has throttled back from 2021 and 2022, but was impressive last year by longer-term standards.

By Talmon Joseph Smith