Inflation unexpectedly – and sharply – slowed in November, a seemingly welcome change for Americans weighed down by the persistently high cost of living. However, economists were quick to caution ...
Economists are viewing the delayed November consumer price index report with a dose of skepticism. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the annual headline inflation rate and core CPI rate for ...
Purchasing power halves in 24 years at 3% inflation versus 35 years at 2%. Retirement savings targets rise from $1M to $1.2M when inflation runs at 3.5% instead of 2%. Withdrawal rates should drop ...