Inflation (Economics) – Page 155

Key Inflation Gauge Cooled in May, Welcome News for Federal Reserve

The Federal Reserve is monitoring “core” price increases for a hint at how inflation will develop. They slowed slightly in May.

By Jeanna Smialek

The slowdown is good news for policymakers worried about inflation, but a sign that the engine of the economy could be losing steam.

By Ben Casselman

As companies begin to report earnings and make forecasts, investors are looking for signs of resilience, while executives are playing cautious.

By Joe Rennison and J. Edward Moreno

The European Central Bank expects to bring down inflation, with a big caveat: Companies need to let profits fall as they pay for higher wages.

By Eshe Nelson