Back-to-School Budget Blues: Parents Feel the Pinch
As school fees and supply costs soar, parents from the U.S. to Asia are rethinking budgets and finding creative hacks to keep kids ready without breaking the bank.
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Fed Chair Powell Teases Rate Cut in Jackson Hole Speech
In his annual Jackson Hole speech, Fed Chair Jerome Powell suggested a possible interest rate cut amid tariff-fueled inflation, balancing growth and price pressures.
Fed Stands Firm at Jackson Hole as Tariffs Start to Bite
At Jackson Hole, the Fed vows to keep interest rates high as US tariffs push up prices and shake global markets.
US Beef Prices Soar to Record High as Herd Shrinks 🐄💸
US retail beef prices jumped over 10% in July—far above inflation—driven by a shrinking cattle herd and steady demand. Find out what’s behind the surge.
Chinese Mainland CPI Flat in July, PPI Dips on Seasonal Trends
Chinese mainland CPI stayed flat in July as PPI dipped on seasonal trends, offering relief to consumers after June’s downturn.
Chinese Mainland CPI Flat in July: Inflation Holds Steady
The Chinese mainland’s CPI stayed at 0% in July, signaling steady prices and a pause in inflation, offering a breather for young consumers.
US Lawmakers Cash In on Tariffs While Costs Climb 💸
New data shows US tariffs are driving up living costs, while some lawmakers profit from tariff-driven stock gains. A rare bipartisan push is emerging to curb these conflicts-of-interest.
US Tariffs Slammed as ‘Ridiculous’ Policy – Inflation Alert Ahead!
Economist Gary Hufbauer slams US tariffs as ‘ridiculous,’ warning of potential inflation hitting consumers this fall.
Tariff Twist: Trump’s Trade Moves Shake Black Friday Deals!
Trump’s new tariffs could flip Black Friday as trade partners face extra fees, driving inflation concerns.
Tariff Trouble: US Toy Prices Soar
Tariffs on imports from the Chinese mainland push US toy prices up by 2.2% in May, making holiday fun more costly.