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The Consumer Price Index has kept below 3 percent, remaining steady for the Month of May at 2.8 percent. This was announced short while ago by Statistics South Africa on their website. Food prices have however shown a sharp increase with food and non-alcoholic beverages in May sitting at 4.8 percent more expensive than a year ago. Chief Director of Price Statistics at Stats South Africa, Patrick Kelly elaborates...

In this week's episode, Ather Bajwa, Managing Director of Multi-Strategy Research, joins us to deliver a masterclass in private credit – what it is, why it's important, and what to consider before investing. We also unpack new surveys and reports across a variety of topics including unemployment, inflation, and volatility. As usual, we look at where the markets are in light of the global and national news of the day, such as increasing conflict in the Middle East and the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Speakers:Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment StrategyStephen Hoedt, Head of EquitiesAther Bajwa, Managing Director of Multi-Strategy Research 00:23 – The PGA U.S. Open tries to provide a bright spot during a week of somber news from around the globe, including the passing of Beach Boys' keyboardist Brian Wilson.01:50 – Initial weekly unemployment claims remain stable from the previous week.02:18 – The Consumer Price Index shows mixed stories amid persistent inflation; the Federal Reserve's target of 2% stays elusive.03:23 – The Fed is unlikely to cut interest rates at next week's FOMC meeting.05:06 – Escalating tensions in the Middle East have a negligible downside effect on a stock marketing experiencing all-time highs.07:33 – A University of Michigan survey of consumers and an American Association of Individual Investors survey indicate an overall improving attitude toward the economy, despite an uptick in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX).10:59 – An introductory overview of the trending private credit market.15:02 – Why private credit is becoming increasingly popular, and what changes we're seeing in the quality of participants.17:35 – The advantages and considerations of private credit, and what to consider before making this investment.  Additional ResourcesKey Questions: What Tax Proposals Are in the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' That All Taxpayers Should Be Aware Of? Key Questions | Key Private Bank Subscribe to our Key Wealth Insights newsletterWeekly Investment Brief Follow us on LinkedIn

June 14, 2025: Discord in Margaritaville, Trade Tensions, and the Dollar DebateWe're back this week with a mix of headlines and hard truths—from estate drama to economic indicators that could shake the markets.We kick things off with a real-world look at just how messy estate planning can get—even when it's done in advance. Jimmy Buffett's widow is suing to remove a co-trustee from the $275 million marital trust, claiming withheld financials and questionable income projections. It's a high-profile reminder of why clear communication and trustee responsibilities matter.Next, we turn to the global stage with U.S. and Chinese negotiators meeting in London and May's CPI report due, markets are bracing for impact. Could tariffs be quietly driving inflation—and how might that shape Fed policy going forward?With excessive tariffs on Chinese goods, we examine how trade policy is affecting Temu and Shein, with stocks slumping and sales dipping. Are consumers pulling back, or are they simply shifting where—and how—they spend?Finally, we separate fact from fear when it comes to recent headlines. Is the U.S. dollar really in decline? What would that mean for multinational earnings, global portfolios, and the proposed BRICS currency?From estate planning to economic strategy, it's a packed episode you won't want to miss.Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.Henssler Money Talks — June 14, 2025  |  Season 39, Episode 24Timestamps and Chapters5:33: Discord in Margaritaville14:21:Trade Talks, Tariffs and Inflation Data23:55: Discount Dilemma: The End of the Ultra-Cheap Era? 29:57: Fueling Returns: Phoenix Energy's High-Yields 41:37:Dollar in Danger?Follow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ 

What is a Mortgage Payment? What's IN a Mortgage Payment? Never Fear! Your Chef Dwayne Stein is here to explain it all. It's not just a sum of money, there is a lot that goes into it, and Dwayne explains it all. The new CPI reports aka Consumer Price Index are in, and Dwayne has receipts on what Jerome Powell has been saying. All that and more on Mortgage Gumbo w/ Dwayne Stein 6/14/25

The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and puts the information into historic perspective. The Producer Price Index was released yesterday; Kevin digs into the data, offers his insights and explains how this plays into future Consumer Price Index numbers. President Trump expresses his frustration with Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell; Kevin offers his opinion makes the case for an interest rate cut next week during the Federal Reserve's meeting. Kevin discusses some of the news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

The U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; Kevin has the details, offers his insights and puts the information into historic perspective. The Producer Price Index was released yesterday; Kevin digs into the data, offers his insights and explains how this plays into future Consumer Price Index numbers. President Trump expresses his frustration with Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell; Kevin offers his opinion makes the case for an interest rate cut next week during the Federal Reserve's meeting. Kevin discusses some of the news and events affecting oil and gas prices.

Today's Headlines: Nationwide protests against ICE raids are ramping up ahead of “No Kings Day,” a weekend of counter-programming to Trump's birthday military parade. Trump declared he “liberated” LA in a speech to troops, while California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized the military deployment. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott followed by mobilizing the state's National Guard. Trump also announced a pending U.S.-China trade deal that would ease rare earth exports and partially lift U.S. export restrictions, though tariffs on Chinese imports will remain steep. Meanwhile, the U.S. is extending its tariff pause for other countries—contradicting earlier White House statements. Inflation rose just 0.1% in May, bringing the annual rate to 2.4%. Elon Musk publicly apologized to Trump after a reported intervention by GOP allies, seemingly ending their brief online feud. The U.S. is evacuating staff from parts of the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate. Trump also urged Israel to halt its Gaza offensive and threats toward Iran. Domestically, the EPA is moving to repeal major pollution regulations on coal and gas plants, including mercury emissions. And in New York, Harvey Weinstein was found guilty on one charge of sexual assault, with the jury still deliberating on a third. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: PBS: WATCH: Trump speaks at Fort Bragg while facing criticism for deploying military at Los Angeles protests Axios: No Kings Day: Gov. Abbott deploys National Guard  NYT: Trump Hails Progress With China, but Details Are Sketchy Yahoo Finance: Bessent, asked about Fed chair job, says 'I would like to stay' Treasury secretary until 2029 BBC: Trump's tariffs 'not going away', top adviser says  Axios: Inflation slowed in May despite tariffs, Consumer Price Index shows CNN: Musk called Trump Monday night before expressing regret for harshest criticism of the president Axios: U.S. evacuating personnel from Middle East amid growing tensions with Iran CNN: Trump tells Netanyahu to end Gaza war and stop Iran threats, source says, as US ramps up pressure on Israel CNN: Trump EPA proposes repealing major air pollution and emissions limits for power plants The Guardian: Harvey Weinstein found guilty on one charge in New York sex crimes retrial Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we unpack the latest Consumer Price Index report showing underlying U.S. inflation rose just 0.1% in May, extending a four-month streak of soft data. We explore what's driving the slowdown, how tariffs are (and aren't) hitting consumers, and why economists are watching core goods and wage growth closely as the Fed eyes a potential rate cut. Then we turn to New York City, where a sweeping new law just eliminated upfront broker fees for many renters. That could mean thousands of dollars in savings—but landlords are already planning workarounds, including rent hikes. We'll break down what this means for tenant mobility, apartment affordability, and the ongoing power struggle between landlords and lawmakers. Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Channel for the best real estate investing education online! Become a member of the BiggerPockets community of real estate investors - https://www.biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

War Room News From Trump's Desk: Trade Deal With China Almost Complete, Consumer Price Index Decreases & Trump Requests Fed Lower Interest Rates For American Economy To Boom

Today is CPI Day, and all eyes are on the Consumer Price Index report for May. What will today's CPI data mean for the Federal Reserve's interest rate path and future market volatility? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff examine the implications for stocks, bonds, and consumer sentiment. Lance questions the data the government is providing, and examines the Small Caps' performance of late. What will be the impact of tariffs on CPI? Why now is a "normal" interest rate environment. Nobody cares about economic date revisions. Danny tackles the question of whether you should disclaim a $5-Million inheritance; hilarity ensues with an anecdote about Lance's son's request for money. No. Impossible Meat goes "Flexitarian;" more hilarity ensues. Danny & Lance discuss the sticky wicket of stock and land inheritances; CPI preview: No expectation of a hot print. SEG-1: What Difference Does a One-Tenth Percent Inflation Make? SEG-2: Inflation Expectations vs Real Life SEG-3: Should You Disclaim an Inheritance? SEG-4a: Beyond Meat & Flexitarian's SEG-4b: Land Inheritances & Liquidity Issues SEG-4c: CPI Preview RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Financial Advisor Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch today's video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SOCvadsj58&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=3&t=1s ------- Articles mention in this show: "Private Equity – Why Am I So Lucky?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/private-equity-why-am-i-so-lucky/ "The Market Crash – Hope In The Fear" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-market-crash-a-set-up-for-a-rally/ "Does Consumer Spending Drive Earnings Growth?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/does-consumer-spending-drive-earnings-growth/ ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Small Caps on a Tear...but," is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaVrimYakns&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1 ------- Our previous show is here: "Private Equity is Coming for Your Money," https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5pY32IgCBY&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1&t=152s ------- Register for our next live webinar, "Financial Independence Candid Coffee," June 28, 2025: https://streamyard.com/watch/BUr4UuRVt6Uj ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #MayCPI #InflationWatch #CPI2025 #MarketRally #SmallCapStocks #Russell2000 #TakeProfits #ReduceRisk #SlowingEconomy #ImpossibleMeat #Flexitarian #StockInheritance #EstatePlanning #InvestingAdvice #Money #Investing

Today is CPI Day, and all eyes are on the Consumer Price Index report for May.  What will today's CPI data mean for the Federal Reserve's interest rate path and future market volatility? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff examine the implications for stocks, bonds, and consumer sentiment. Lance questions the data the government is providing, and examines the Small Caps' performance of late. What will be the impact of tariffs on CPI? Why now is a "normal" interest rate environment. Nobdy cares about economic date revisions. Danny tackles the question of whether you should disclaim a $5-Million inheritance; hilarity ensues with an anecdote about Lance's son's request for money. No. Impossible Meat goes "Flexitarian;" more hilarity ensues. Danny & Lance discuss the sticky wicket of stock and land inheritances; CPI preview: No expectation of a hot print. SEG-1: What Difference Does a One-Tenth Percent Inflation Make? SEG-2: Inflation Expectations vs Real Life SEG-3: Should You Disclaim an Inheritance? SEG-4a: Beyond Meat & Flexitarian's SEG-4b: Land Inheritances & Liquidity Issues SEG-4c: CPI Preview RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Financial Advisor Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch today's video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SOCvadsj58&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=3&t=1s ------- Articles mention in this show: "Private Equity – Why Am I So Lucky?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/private-equity-why-am-i-so-lucky/ "The Market Crash – Hope In The Fear" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-market-crash-a-set-up-for-a-rally/ "Does Consumer Spending Drive Earnings Growth?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/does-consumer-spending-drive-earnings-growth/ ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Small Caps on a Tear...but," is here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaVrimYakns&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1  ------- Our previous show is here: "Private Equity is Coming for Your Money," https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5pY32IgCBY&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1&t=152s ------- Register for our next live webinar, "Financial Independence Candid Coffee," June 28, 2025: https://streamyard.com/watch/BUr4UuRVt6Uj ------- Get more info & commentary:  https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #MayCPI #InflationWatch #CPI2025 #MarketRally #SmallCapStocks #Russell2000 #TakeProfits #ReduceRisk #SlowingEconomy #ImpossibleMeat #Flexitarian #StockInheritance #EstatePlanning #InvestingAdvice #Money #Investing

Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we go through some foreclosure figures in the U.S. Plus, Robbie sits down with Flyhomes Dan Richards to discuss the growing buy-before-you-sell (BBYS) market, with insights on the process, competitive advantages, wholesale focus, industry trends, and how brokers and consumers can get up to speed on this evolving home buying solution. And we close with a look at what the latest consumer price index report says about inflation in America.Today's podcast is presented by Flyhomes, the leading wholesale lender for Buy Before You Sell solutions. Whether your borrowers run into DTI issues, need to unlock home equity for down payment, make a stronger, cash-like offer, or even move potentially with no cash out of pocket, Flyhomes provides a full suite of financial products to help them move forward, before selling their current home.

The Consumer Price Index rose just 0.1% in May, but the essentials — rent, food, and medical care — continue to climb. Black and working-class communities are hit hardest, as everyday costs outpace modest wage growth. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April's Consumer Price Index data shows a welcome moderation in overall inflation, cooling to its slowest annual rate since early 2021, and a new survey reveals strong trust in American farmers and public recognition of the benefits pesticides provide.

It's Tuesday, May 20th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Fulani Muslim killed 15 unarmed Nigerian Christians On Saturday, May 17th, armed Fulani Muslim militia opened fire on Agatu Christians in Benue State, Nigeria, killing 15 unarmed men. Throughout that North Central region, the Fulani have also killed 159 Christian residents over the last 40 days, according to TruthNigeria.com.   Pray for Christians in Nigeria, suffering the most severe violence in the world today. Romania turns left after election interference On Sunday, Romania has taken the centrist-left position with the election of a new president named Nicușor Dan. Dan is supportive of Romania's participation in the European Union, and has made moves to approve the homosexual/transgender movement in his country. The more conservative candidate, George-Nicolae Simion, lost the election in a vote of 54% to 46%. Romania is the second largest Eastern European country by population.  The mainstream media is interpreting this election as an international rejection of the Trump agenda.  The back story is that Călin Georgescu, the conservative in the first round of the Romanian presidential election last December, garnered the most votes among the six presidential candidates at that time. After his opponents claimed that Russia had influenced the election through TikTok accounts, Romanian government officials detained Georgescu, canceled that election, and re-set it for May 18th.  Tens of thousands of Romanians protested in the streets back in March. At the time, Elon Musk said, “They just arrested the person who won the most votes in the Romanian presidential election. This is messed up.” Most and least benevolent countries According to this year's Gallup World Happiness Report, the most benevolent countries in the world, judged by donations and volunteer hours, are Indonesia, the United States, Kenya, Gambia, United Arab Emirates, Ireland, Canada, and New Zealand. The least benevolent countries are Afghanistan, Yemen, Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco.  Biden announces advanced prostate cancer Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, reports CBS News. On Sunday, President Trump posted on social media that he and First Lady Melania Trump are "saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis." Appearing on MSNBC's “Morning Joe” on Monday, former Obama health advisor Dr. Zeke Emanuel said the cancer is so advanced, he has had it for many years. SCARBOROUGH: “Doesn't it take some time for prostate cancer to develop to a point where it would spread to the bones?” EMANUEL: “He's had this for many years, maybe even a decade, growing there and spreading.” Dr. Emanuel explained how serious Biden's prostate cancer truly is. EMANUEL: “That Gleason score, that score is from 2 up to 10, and he's at a 9. That means that the cancer doesn't look normal. It looks very abnormal.” Appearing on Fox News with Jesse Waters, talk show host Hugh Hewitt was incredulous. HEWITT: “This is the fourth time, in a little over 100 years, that a Democratic president -- Woodrow Wilson, FDR, John F. Kennedy and now Joe Biden, have hidden crucial details about their health as Commander-in-Chief from the American people. Ronald Reagan did not do that. “And it just astonishes me that in a free republic, we have to worry about our leaders telling us whether they're healthy or not.” Supremes allows Trump to revoke protection for thousands of illegal Venezuelans On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling allowing the Trump administration to deport 350,000 Venezuelans who are presently living in the U.S. on what they call a “humanitarian parole,” reports NBC News. Christian camp sues over foolish transgender mandates The State of Colorado is threatening to shut down a Christian Camp called Idrahaje -- short for “I'd Rather Have Jesus.” The Colorado Department of Early Childhood has refused to grant the camp a religious exemption concerning its transgender policies. This would require the camp to allow boys, pretending to be girls, to sleep, shower, and dress with female campers. The camp has sued the state, with representation from Alliance Defending Freedom. The camp disciples 2,500 to 3,000 students each year with the mission to “win souls to Jesus Christ through the spreading of the Gospel.”  Camp Idrahaje has complied with all regulations until this year when the Colorado government officials released new gender identity rules that became effective on February 14, 2025. 96% of atheists embrace homosexual/transgender agenda The most likely group in America to support the homosexual/transgender agenda are atheists with 96% professing support.  By contrast, 70% of white Evangelical Protestants oppose the lifestyle. Psalm 14:1 describes the atheist this way: "The fool has said in his heart, there is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works.” Mother loses right to disciple daughter Liberty Counsel is defending a mother in the state of Maine who has lost the right to guide the religious upbringing of her 11-year-old girl in a custody case.  This includes taking her daughter to Calvary Chapel services on Sunday.   A state district judge has ruled against the mother, citing “The ‘fear mongering,' paranoia, and anxiety taught by Calvary Chapel has, more likely than not, already had an impact on [the daughter's] childhood development.”   Expert testimony concluded that Calvary Chapel is a cult, the church's pastor a “charismatic” speaker, who spoke “authoritatively” in his messages, and that he asserted his messages were objective truth.   Liberty Counsel is appealing the case to the Maine Supreme Court. They still persecute people who preach about Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 2:14-16 says, “For you also suffered the same things from your own countrymen, just as they did from the Judeans, who killed both the Lord Jesus and their own prophets, and have persecuted us; and they do not please God and are contrary to all men, forbidding us to speak to the Gentiles that they may be saved, so as always to fill up the measure of their sins; but wrath has come upon them to the uttermost.” Housing prices sag Since June 2022, housing prices are sagging in some metro areas around the U.S. — 22.8% in the Austin market, 9.9% in the Phoenix market, 9.2% in the San Francisco market, 9.1% in the San Antonio Market, 7.3% in the Denver market, and 6.7% in the Dallas Market. The Consumer Price Index has also risen about 10% over that period of time. Moody's downgraded America's financial rating And finally, in a year-over-year comparison, the U.S. government is still breaking records for fiscal expenditures running 10% over Fiscal Year 2024. Moody's has downgraded the U.S. as a long-term issuer of bonds by one notch, ending a perfect rating for America over the last 108 years.  No longer does the U.S, government get a Aaa rating, the highest level available. Now, it's an Aa1. Moody's noted that the downgrade "reflects the increase over more than a decade in government debt and interest payment ratios to levels that are significantly higher than similarly rated sovereigns.” The rating organization added that: “Successive U.S. administrations and Congress have failed to agree on measures to reverse the trend of large annual fiscal deficits and growing interest costs.”   Another independent rating service, named Fitch, downgraded the United States in 2023.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, May 20th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

In this week's episode, our experts unpack the past few days following positive news on tariff discussions between the United States and China. We also provide observations on the final earnings calls of the first quarter of 2025, changes in consumer sentiment, ongoing uncertainty around the Federal Reserve, what happened in the Treasury Bond market, and how proposed tax and spending plans from Congress will impact the federal deficit. Please note that we will not release a new episode next week in observance of the Memorial Day holiday weekend; we encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the history and meaning of the holiday as we begin the summer season.Speakers:Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment StrategyGeorge Mateyo, Chief Investment OfficerRajeev Sharma, Head of Fixed IncomeStephen Hoedt, Head of Equities 00:21 – A reflection on Memorial Day.03:05 – A review of this week's Consumer Price Index measure of inflation.03:56 – The Consumer Price Index report showed month-over-month retail sales rose by 0.1% in April, while industrial production remained flat at a 0.0% change from March.05:18 – Equity markets rose on news of a coordinated effort between the U.S. and China to rein in tariffs.11:09 – A look into corporate news of the week in relation to mergers and acquisitions, earnings calls, and a surge in corporate debt issuance.12:52 – The 10-year Treasury note yield rose to above 4.5% before coming back down towards the end of the week.15:51 – Priorities seem to shift for Fed Chair Jerome Powell towards addressing employment shortfalls, while still maintaining an inflation target of 2%.16:52 – A discussion about the potential impacts on the federal deficit and general investment strategy of the proposed tax reforms making their way through Congress.Additional ResourcesKey Questions | Key Private BankSubscribe to our Key Wealth Insights newsletterWeekly Investment Brief Follow us on LinkedIn

On this week's Stansberry Investor Hour, Dan and Corey welcome Garrett Baldwin to the show. Garrett is a research economist, financial analyst, and investigative journalist. He's also a contributor to our flagship newsletter, Stansberry's Investment Advisory, as well as author of the Me and the Money Printer Substack.  Garrett kicks off the show by explaining how he got his start in finance, why leaving the gold standard was the American economy's "core breaking point," and how liquidity is driving boom and bust cycles. He says that even though Consumer Price Index inflation can come in at 3% officially, actual currency debasement is 6% to 8% per year based on real assets. This leads Garrett to break down the "Cantillon effect," how everyday folks are most disadvantaged by excessive money printing, and why the American manufacturing sector has been destroyed. He also delves into the troubling trend of Americans essentially paying rent to foreign investors, why we'll "hit a wall" in 2026 or 2027, and how you can protect yourself from the inevitable fallout. (0:59) Next, Garrett analyzes a pattern that warns him to flee the markets, plus the contrarian signal of insider buying that he uses to time his reentry into the markets. He notes that this trend has been playing out consistently since 2008 and allows those aware to successfully buy the dip. Garrett says that company fundamentals still matter, however, and he explains what he looks for in a company before investing. He then reviews liquidity versus momentum, the Federal Reserve's relationship to liquidity, a core problem with the traditional banking system, and why the Fed tolerates shadow banking. (21:48) Finally, Garrett talks about the relationship between liquidity and bitcoin, why he likes silver today, and how quantitative easing paradoxically leads to a higher dollar. He explains that many paradoxes in our fiat currency system started in the 1990s, thanks to six major policy shifts and their incentives. Garrett goes in depth on how such policy has affected our financial system today and made the Fed more consequential for our wallets than the president. (41:38)

A historic gap between consumer sentiment and economic data is raising concerns about future tech spending. Despite positive economic indicators, such as a steady unemployment rate and a slight increase in the Consumer Price Index, consumer confidence is faltering, as evidenced by a significant drop in the Consumer Sentiment Index. Analysts from Bank of America have noted that this disconnect, the widest on record, suggests that businesses, particularly in sectors sensitive to consumer demand, may become more risk-averse in their tech investments. This could lead to longer sales cycles and a shift in budget approvals for tech solutions. The delivery of cloud services is evolving, with a focus on outcomes rather than just uptime. A recent survey by the International Data Corporation emphasizes that managed service providers (MSPs) must prioritize customer success and align their services with clients' business objectives. As cloud technology becomes more integral to business transformations, MSPs are encouraged to move beyond traditional service level agreements (SLAs) and adopt a value-oriented approach. This shift is crucial to avoid commoditization and maintain profitability in a competitive market. TD Cinex has introduced a new Partner Loyalty Program aimed at strengthening relationships with business partners through rewards similar to consumer loyalty programs. This initiative reflects a growing trend in the industry, where partners increasingly value loyalty incentives over traditional vendor benefits. However, there is skepticism regarding the effectiveness of such programs, as some partners argue that consistent pricing and margin protection are more critical than loyalty perks. The challenge for vendors and distributors will be to ensure that these programs deliver tangible value rather than merely serving as marketing optics. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has retracted a controversial AI research paper that claimed artificial intelligence enhances productivity in research settings. The paper, which suggested that AI tools led to increased discoveries but decreased job satisfaction among researchers, faced scrutiny from both economists and computer scientists. MIT's decision to withdraw the paper signals a growing skepticism towards AI productivity claims, indicating that the market will demand more verifiable and transparent evidence before accepting AI as a driver of innovation. This development is seen as a positive step towards ensuring the integrity of research in the field of artificial intelligence.  Four things to know today  00:00 Vibes vs. Reality: Sentiment-Economy Gap Widens, Signaling Risk for Tech and Retail Spending04:35 IDC Survey Urges MSPs to Align Cloud Services with Business Outcomes, Not Just SLAs06:00 Perks or Just Packaging? TD SYNNEX Adds to Loyalty Trend with New Partner Program08:19 Flawed AI Research Spurs MIT Retraction, Reflecting Broader Demand for Verifiable Innovation Claims  This is the Business of Tech.      Supported by:  https://getnerdio.com/nerdio-manager-for-msp/ All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.tech

On this week's Stansberry Investor Hour, Dan and Corey welcome Garrett Baldwin to the show. Garrett is a research economist, financial analyst, and investigative journalist. He's also a contributor to our flagship newsletter, Stansberry's Investment Advisory, as well as author of the Me and the Money Printer Substack.  Garrett kicks off the show by explaining how he got his start in finance, why leaving the gold standard was the American economy's "core breaking point," and how liquidity is driving boom and bust cycles. He says that even though Consumer Price Index inflation can come in at 3% officially, actual currency debasement is 6% to 8% per year based on real assets. This leads Garrett to break down the "Cantillon effect," how everyday folks are most disadvantaged by excessive money printing, and why the American manufacturing sector has been destroyed. He also delves into the troubling trend of Americans essentially paying rent to foreign investors, why we'll "hit a wall" in 2026 or 2027, and how you can protect yourself from the inevitable fallout. (0:59) Next, Garrett analyzes a pattern that warns him to flee the markets, plus the contrarian signal of insider buying that he uses to time his reentry into the markets. He notes that this trend has been playing out consistently since 2008 and allows those aware to successfully buy the dip. Garrett says that company fundamentals still matter, however, and he explains what he looks for in a company before investing. He then reviews liquidity versus momentum, the Federal Reserve's relationship to liquidity, a core problem with the traditional banking system, and why the Fed tolerates shadow banking. (21:48) Finally, Garrett talks about the relationship between liquidity and bitcoin, why he likes silver today, and how quantitative easing paradoxically leads to a higher dollar. He explains that many paradoxes in our fiat currency system started in the 1990s, thanks to six major policy shifts and their incentives. Garrett goes in depth on how such policy has affected our financial system today and made the Fed more consequential for our wallets than the president. (41:38)

Where’s the inflation? With this week’s Consumer Price Index coming in softer than predicted (inflation at its lowest level since 2021, according to government data), a lot of people are wondering why tariffs haven’t pushed prices up. In the debut episode of Everybody’s Business from Bloomberg Businessweek, hosts Stacey Vanek Smith and Max Chafkin tackle President Donald Trump’s trade war, inflation and when the rubber will (if ever) hit the road. Consumer spending columnist Amanda Mull takes Stacey on a tariff tour through Target, explaining why import taxes have yet to show up in inflation data and how you’re likely to see them in the future. It turns out flatscreen TVs, pineapples and mascara will all manifest tariffs in different ways. Mull concludes tariffs could very well ruin Christmas. Then sports reporter Randall WIlliams joins to talk about why private equity has started buying up sports teams. It turns out teams are becoming more valuable as games dominate live television, attracting bigger audiences (and commanding higher ad rates). That’s got private equity sneaking into the game, pumping up prices and injecting billions of dollars into teams. Randall concludes that private equity won’t ruin sports (but Max and Stacey are skeptical). Finally, for the underrated story for the week, we look at the rising trend of rising sneaker soles. Shoe brands are creating ever puffier soles even as racing authorities try to put restrictions in place. Ultramarathoner Max realizes his beloved sport is in the crosshairs of controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advisors on This Week's Show Kyle Tetting Dave Sandstrom Kendall Bauer (with Max Hoelzl and Joel Dresang engineered by Jason Scuglik) Week in Review (May 12-16, 2025) Significant Economic Indicators & Reports Monday No major announcements Tuesday Broad inflation slowed in April to its lowest point in more than four years. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that its Consumer Price Index rose 2.3% from April 2024, still outpacing the Fed's 2% target but down from a four-decade high of 9.1% in mid-2022. Shelter costs c0ntributed more than half of the month's increase while grocery prices fell the most since mid-2020. Egg prices dropped nearly 13% from March but were 49% more expensive than they were in April 2024. The 2.3% year-to-year inflation rate was the lowest since February 2021. Excluding volatile costs for food and energy, the core CPI rose 2.8% from the same time last year, the same pace as in March. Wednesday No major announcements Thursday Inflation on the wholesale level registered a 2.4% annual increase in April, slowing for the third month in a row. The Producer Price Index was down 0.5% from March, the first decline in 16 months and the most since April 2020. The Bureau of Labor Statistics said the index shrank mostly because of lower prices for services, led by margins for machinery and vehicle wholesaling. The core rate of wholesale inflation, stripping out volatile prices for food, energy and trade services, sank 0.1% for the month and was up 2.9% from April 2024. Retail sales slowed in April, though consumers kept spending, according to a report by the Commerce Department. Advanced sales by retailers and food services rose 0.1% from March. Among 13 major categories, five increased sales from the month before, including bars and restaurants. Sales at supermarkets and liquor stores were unchanged. Car dealers and gas stations were among the outlets where sales declined. Adjusted for inflation, retail sales fell 0.2% in April. Economists follow store signs as an indication of consumer spending, which drives two-thirds of the U.S. economy. The four-week moving average for initial unemployment claims rose for the third week in a row, rising to its highest level since October. The measure of employer willingness to let workers go was 36% below the 58-year average, suggesting a continued tight labor market. According to Labor Department data, total jobless claims fell 3% from the week before to just under 1.9 million applications, which was nearly 6% higher than the year before, The Federal Reserve said its industrial production index was unchanged in April, though 1.5% above where it stood the year before. Lower output from manufacturing and mining was offset by increased production by utilities following an unseasonably warm March. Factories produced 0.4% less than March and were up 1.2% from April 2024. Industry's capacity utilization rate fell marginally to 77.7%, staying below the 52-year average of 79.6%. Seen as an early indicator of inflation, the capacity rate has been safely under the long-range average since late 2022. Friday Housing construction in April stayed in a relatively narrow band that has accompanied higher interest rates since mid-2022. A Commerce Department report on building permits and housing starts showed the indicators on par with levels in early 2007, just before the Great Recession. The number of houses under construction has been declining since late 2023 but remained near the housing boom peak of 2006. Economists have blamed a lack of inventory for years of escalating housing prices. The University of Michigan said consumer sentiment sank slightly from the end of April following four months of sharp declines. Since January, sentiment was down nearly 30%. More consumers spontaneously mentioned tariff uncertainty as reasons for angst for the economy and their personal finances.

Markets are rallying on cooler inflation and a temporary truce in the U.S.-China tariff war—but is it too early to celebrate? In this week's Fastest Four Minutes in Finance, Scott Inman breaks down the latest Consumer Price Index report, the impact of slashed Trump-era tariffs, and what it all means for your investments. Don't get caught in short-term hype—learn how to stay focused on your long-term financial goals.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe [CB]/fake news have lost control of the narrative. Everything they have predicted has not come true, the opposite happened. The Fed is using the narrative that prices will go up, this will be their downfall. Trump is bringing in investments from all over the world, he has the magic wand. Trump signals he is about to end the endless. The [DS] has lost control. The patriots are now in the process of cleaning the house to prepare for accountability. Ed Martin says the DOJ is worse than anyone could imagine and it needs a cleaning. The system is being exposed to the people. The [DS] are trying to fight back but they are losing every battle. The [DS] protection has been removed, the system is being dismantled world wide.   Economy https://twitter.com/ChrisMartzWX/status/1922306644441960458 TAKE A LISTEN https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1922388935524733256 https://twitter.com/SecRollins/status/1922709867644485643 U.S. Egg Prices PLUMMET 12.7% — Biggest Monthly Drop Since 1984  U.S. egg prices nosedived by 12.7% in April, marking the steepest monthly decline since March 1984, according to the latest Consumer Price Index data released Tuesday. The average price for a dozen Grade A eggs fell to $5.12, down from a record $6.23 in March. According to the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Five of the six major grocery store food group indexes decreased in April. Driven primarily by a 12.7-percent decrease in the index for eggs, the index for meats, poultry, fish, and eggs fell 1.6 percent in April after rising in recent months. The fruits and vegetables index decreased 0.4 percent over the month and the cereals and bakery products index declined 0.5 percent. […] Source: thegatewaypundit.com (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/BehizyTweets/status/1922464964167586107   Federal Reserve leaves key rate unchanged as it sees risk of higher prices, unemployment The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday, brushing off President Donald Trump's demands to lower borrowing costs, and said that the risks of higher unemployment and higher inflation have risen. Source:  tucson.com  https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1922320582676283608 https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1922414047779008843  Furthermore, Treasury reported that customs duties rose $9 billion year-over-year in April to a record $16 billion. In the first 7 months of Fiscal Year 2025, the US budget deficit is now up $194 billion YoY, to $1.05 trillion, the third-largest on record. The budget deficit remains a major crisis. https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1922319866809164207?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1922319866809164207%7Ctwgr%5E17aac9fb1b1c57996847b455468feb1bec0fa6fb%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.breitbart.

Is the U.S. economy … good? Bad? Somewhere in the middle? If it feels like you're desperately shaking a Magic 8 Ball for economic tea leaves, and even it's telling you, 'Ask again later.' Well, it might be on to something. While we're all hearing anecdotes about empty cargo ships from China and fewer people eating at McDonald's, the hard data that would point to a possible recession hasn't shown up yet. Case in point: Tuesday's better-than-expected Consumer Price Index numbers, showed inflation cooled slightly last month despite uncertainty around President Donald Trump's tariffs. Ben Casselman, chief economics correspondent for The New York Times, explains why the vibes don't match the data.And in headlines: President Trump eliminated sanctions on Syria, Cassie Ventura began testifying in music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal sex-trafficking and racketeering trial, and the Trump Administration ended federal temporary protected status for Afghans in the U.S.Show Notes:Check out Ben's work – www.nytimes.com/by/ben-casselmanSubscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we look at the latest M&A activity in the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie sits down with Hometap's Josh Gaffney to discuss the evolving regulatory landscape for Home Equity Investments (HEIs), highlighting state-by-state approaches, industry-led initiatives, and what an ideal regulatory framework could look like as the market matures. And we reveal what the latest Consumer Price Index says about inflation as a whole.Thanks to today's podcast sponsor, TRUE and its Mortgage Operations Service (MOS) AI background worker, which transforms borrower documents into instant, trustworthy data for real-time decisioning. TRUE helps lenders accelerate decisions, cut costs, and deliver a superior borrower experience, all without a $100M tech budget. 

Live at 2pm PT, don't miss this momentum-packed episode of "S&P 500: Flat for the Year" as we break down the stunning rebound in U.S. markets. The S&P 500 has officially erased all of its year-to-date losses, staging an incredible recovery that has traders and investors asking—what's next? We'll also dig into the latest CPI data, what it signals for inflation and the Fed, and the breaking headlines from Super Micro Computer (SMCI) that have the tech sector talking.

Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we look at why the second home market. Plus, Robbie sits down with Servbank's Luke Jensen for a discussion on how servicers are leading the way in AI and automation, and revolutionizing customer experience with innovative, loan-level customized correspondence solutions. And we reveal what the latest Consumer Price Index says about inflation as a whole.Thanks to today's podcast sponsor, TRUE and its Mortgage Operations Service (MOS) AI background worker, which transforms borrower documents into instant, trustworthy data for real-time decisioning. TRUE helps lenders accelerate decisions, cut costs, and deliver a superior borrower experience, all without a $100M tech budget. 

The Consumer Price Index suggest grocery prices fell in April while the cost of eating out rose. The renewable fuel industry is encouraged by a potential extension of the 45Z tax credit under consideration in the tax reconciliation package. 

Inflation Anticipation Freezes the Market   [Morning Market Mindset – Tuesday, May 13, 2025]   Markets are idling this morning as traders wait for tomorrow's inflation report — the Consumer Price Index — to set the tone for what's next.   Welcome back, WealthBuilders — and those on schedule to be a millionaire. I'm Heather Wagenhals, and this is your Morning Market Mindset for Tuesday, May 13th.   Market Snapshot U.S. stock futures are flat to slightly higher:   S&P 500 futures up just 0.1% Nasdaq futures showing mild strength, up 0.2% Dow futures hovering near the flatline     Investors appear cautious — the kind of stillness that comes before a potentially big move.   Earnings Watch Home Depot is the headliner this morning. The retail giant posted better-than-expected earnings despite weaker year-over-year sales, thanks to cost control and professional contractor demand. That's giving a read on both the housing market and consumer confidence. Coming up this week: Walmart, Target, and Cisco.   Economic Focus All eyes are on the April CPI release tomorrow. This is the Fed's preferred inflation barometer right now, especially as rate cut expectations remain volatile. A softer-than-expected number could reignite dovish hopes — while a hot print may squash them quickly.   Commodities & Global Markets   Crude oil is up nearly 1%, with WTI back above $79 a barrel on signs of tighter supply Gold is steady near $2,340 Bitcoin is consolidating around $62,000 as crypto traders also brace for CPI volatility     Interpretation Right now, we're in a classic holding pattern — markets are respecting the gravity of inflation data. This calm may be short-lived. Traders are positioning cautiously, not wanting to be caught on the wrong side of tomorrow's move. Whether you're long or in cash, today's mindset is all about preparing for opportunity — not guessing the print.   Money Mantra I'm a strategic thinker with a clear financial plan and the commitment to see it through. Every smart choice I make today brings me one step closer to the life I desire.   That's it for this morning. This has been your Unlock Your Wealth Morning Market Mindset, I'm Heather Wagenhals.   Where we interpret the markets calmly and clearly, so you can make smart financial choices, build wealth strategically, and live on purpose.   Until next time, take deliberate action, and go out and Unlock Your Wealth, today.   Like, folloow, subscribe UnlockYourWealth.com

Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more Dean Baker co-founded CEPR in 1999. His areas of research include housing and macroeconomics, intellectual property, Social Security, Medicare, and European labor markets. His blog, Beat the Press, provides commentary on economic reporting. His analyses have appeared in many major publications, including The Atlantic, The Washington Post, the Financial Times (London), and the New York Daily News. Dean received his BA from Swarthmore College and his PhD in economics from the University of Michigan. Dean has written several books, including Getting Back to Full Employment: A Better Bargain for Working People (with Jared Bernstein, Center for Economic and Policy Research, 2013); The End of Loser Liberalism: Making Markets Progressive (Center for Economic and Policy Research, 2011); Taking Economics Seriously (MIT Press, 2010), which thinks through what we might gain if we took the ideological blinders off of basic economic principles; and False Profits: Recovering from the Bubble Economy (PoliPoint Press, 2010), about what caused — and how to fix — the 2008–2009 economic crisis. In 2009, he wrote Plunder and Blunder: The Rise and Fall of the Bubble Economy (PoliPoint Press), which chronicled the growth and collapse of the stock and housing bubbles and explained how policy blunders and greed led to catastrophic — but completely predictable — market meltdowns. He also wrote a chapter (“From Financial Crisis to Opportunity”) in Thinking Big: Progressive Ideas for a New Era (Progressive Ideas Network, 2009). His previous books include The United States Since 1980 (Cambridge University Press, 2007), The Conservative Nanny State: How the Wealthy Use the Government to Stay Rich and Get Richer (Center for Economic and Policy Research, 2006), and Social Security: The Phony Crisis (with Mark Weisbrot, University of Chicago Press, 1999). His book Getting Prices Right: The Debate Over the Consumer Price Index (editor, M.E. Sharpe, 1997) was a winner of a Choice Book Award as one of the outstanding academic books of the year. Among his numerous articles are “The Benefits of a Financial Transactions Tax,” Tax Notes 121, no. 4 (2008); “Are Protective Labor Market Institutions at the Root of Unemployment? A Critical Review of the Evidence” (with David R. Howell, Andrew Glyn, and John Schmitt), Capitalism and Society 2, no. 1 (2007); “Asset Returns and Economic Growth,” with Brad DeLong and Paul Krugman, Brookings Papers on Economic Activity (2005); “Financing Drug Research: What Are the Issues,” Center for Economic and Policy Research (2004); “Medicare Choice Plus: The Solution to the Long-Term Deficit Problem,” Center for Economic and Policy Research (2004); “Professional Protectionists: The Gains From Free Trade in Highly Paid Professional Services,” Center for Economic and Policy Research (2003); and “The Run-Up in Home Prices: Is It Real or Is It Another Bubble?,” Center for Economic and Policy Research (2002). Dean previously worked as a senior economist at the Economic Policy Institute and an assistant professor at Bucknell University. He has also worked as a consultant for the World Bank, the Joint Economic Committee of the US Congress, and the OECD's Trade Union Advisory Council. He was the author of the weekly online commentary on economic reporting, the Economic Reporting Review, from 1996 to 2006.   Join us Monday's and Thursday's at 8EST for our Bi-Weekly Happy Hour Hangout!  Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art  Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing

With tariff headlines changing by the day, it's tempting to react—but that could be a costly mistake. We'll break down why chasing policy noise is a fool's game, why our stance at Henssler remains grounded in facts not forecasts, and how our Henssler Ten Year Rule is designed to help you ride out this kind of manufactured volatility. Despite ongoing uncertainty and speculation about a potential slowdown, the hard economic data remains resilient. We break down the latest economic reports, including the Consumer Price Index, the Federal Reserve's March meeting minutes, the Producer Price Index, and recent consumer sentiment readings.After the break, K.C. brings together his two favorite topics: college sports and finance. Nico Iamaleava was essentially forced off the University of Tennessee's football team over a dispute tied to an NIL agreement. He potentially lost millions before ever seeing a dime—which begs the question: what kind of financial advice was he getting? We explore why having the right team around you—financially and personally—is more important than ever. Whether you're an athlete, a business owner, or just trying to make smart money moves, this conversation matters.Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.Henssler Money Talks — April 19, 2025  |  Season 39, Episode 16Timestamps and Chapters3:02: Chasing Policy Noise is a Fool's Game21:57: Market Update: CPI, Fed Minutes, PPI, and Consumer Sentiment37:18: Financial Lessons from NCAA and NIL Agreements Follow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ 

Stats NZ says the Consumer Price Index rose 0.9 percent in the three months ended March, taking the annual rate to 2.5 pct

In this video, Will and Ben look at the rebound in crop prices as tariffs are largely paused and the inflationary pressures ease.Market recap (changes on week as of Friday's close): » May 2025 corn up $.30 at $4.90» December 2025 corn up $.17 at $4.63» May 2025 soybeans up $.65 at $10.42» November 2025 soybeans up $.41 at $10.25» May soybean oil up 1.51 cents at 47.35 cents/lb» May soybean meal up $16.50 at $299.60/short ton» May wheat up $.26 at $5.55» July 2025 wheat up $.28 at $5.70» May 2025 cotton up 2.53 cents at 63.36 cents/lb» December 2025 cotton up 2.35 cents at 68.51 cents/lb» May 2025 rough rice up $0.43 at $13.505/cwt» September 2025 rough rice up $0.315 at $13.665/cwt» May WTI Crude Oil down $0.49 at $61.50/barrelWeekly highlights:Both the Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index fell month over month- well below expectations they would increase just slightly. The initial consumer sentiment reading of 50.8 came in below the 54.6 expectations.Energy stocks were mixed on the week. U.S. crude oil stocks were up 107 million gallons while gasoline and distillate fuels were down 67.2 and 148.9 million gallons. Implied gasoline demand was down 1% week over week and 4% below the four-week average.US ethanol production decreased to 300 million gallons produced- down from 313 million gallons the week prior and 310 million gallons the saw week last year. Ethanol stocks increased 17.7 million gallons on the week and are 9% higher than the five-year average for the week.Weekly export sales of grains and oilseeds were neutral to slightly bearish. Sales of corn (30.9), soybeans (6.3), grain sorghum (0.9), and wheats (3.9) million bushels were all within expectations, but down from the week prior and recent volumes.Open interest in futures and options of grains and oilseeds was down 0.4% week over week. Producers and merchants were net sellers expanding their net short position in the complex. Managed money traders were net buyers reducing their net short position.U.S. export inspections were bullish for grains and neutral to bullish for oilseeds. Corn and wheat inspections came in above all expectations at 72.0 and 22.2 million bushels, respectively. Soybean inspections were as expected at 20.1 million bushels.U.S. corn planting was 4% this week- a little behind the 5% average for this time of year and behind the 6% trade expectation. U.S. soybean planting is at 2% matching the 2% on average but also behind the 3% expected in pre-report expectations.U.S. winter wheat conditions were 47% good to excellent- down 1 point from the week prior but matching trade expectations. The value compares to 55% good to excellent this time last year.Topics:- Market recap- Pause on tariffs- Dollar value adjustments- Crop export support- Inflation pressures slow- Reports to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the 2025 Power List, which features 52 of the most powerful women in foodservice. They explain why a list such as this is still necessary in closing the gender parity gap within foodservice leadership, and how these 52 women provide a model for women in the development pipeline across the industry. Then they discuss one of the brands with multiple members on the Power List: El Pollo Loco, which has recently become a target of Sardar Biglari, an investor who has previously acquired Steak ‘n' Shake and attempted to acquire Cracker Barrel. They also talk about the Consumer Price Index and up-to-date inflation data, discussing what it all means for restaurant operators. And in this week's extra serving, managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister joins to talk about recent executive changes, which most recently included the president of Subway North America stepping down from his position. Finally, we share an interview between Leigh Anne and Abby Taylor, founder of Playa Bowls. For more on these stories: The 2025 Power List: Women in FoodserviceBiglari Capital offers to acquire El Pollo LocoOverall inflation cools in March, but menu prices remain stubbornly high

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the impact of a temporary pause in tariffs, a dip in the Consumer Price Index, and shifting treasury yields.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the impact of a temporary pause in tariffs, a dip in the Consumer Price Index, and shifting treasury yields.

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In this episode of the Private Equity Funcast, host Ryan Milligan speaks with OpenBrand CEO Greg Munves and Chief Economist Ralph McLaughlin about their innovative approach to tracking inflation through the OpenBrand Consumer Price Index for Durable and Personal Goods (CPI-DPG). The CPI-DPG is updated weekly, providing a third independent data point for measuring inflation. Its accuracy has been validated with a mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) as low as 1.6% in specific categories. Additionally, OpenBrand offers scenario-based inflation forecasts, enabling companies and investors to tailor predictions to their expectations and market views. Munves and McLaughlin also outline practical use cases: • Manufacturers and retailers optimizing their pricing and promotional strategies. • Investors seeking early insights on market inflation trends to refine financial models. • Policymakers evaluating the effects of economic policies. Video Version

We got the next tranche of monthly inflation data from the ABS today, which showed that the Consumer Price Index indicator edged down to 2.4%, which is below economists' estimate of 2.5%. The headline figure has now been inside the RBA's 2-3% band for seven straight months. One important point of distinction with the monthly … Continue reading "Inflation Sticks To The Script: Probably…."

Inflation has shown signs of stabilization, with a modest rise in the Consumer Price Index, but consumer confidence is wavering. Recent data indicates a concerning decline in the U.S. consumer outlook, with a significant drop in the sentiment index across various demographics. Despite inflation easing, expectations for future inflation have surged, leading to a cautious approach from the Federal Reserve. This economic uncertainty is influencing IT spending decisions, as businesses prioritize demonstrating ROI and cost efficiency in their technology investments.Small business owners, however, are exhibiting a surprising level of optimism, with surveys indicating high confidence levels despite the chaotic political landscape. Many entrepreneurs are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence to enhance productivity, with a notable percentage planning to adopt AI tools to save time. Yet, challenges remain, such as work-life balance issues and financial concerns, which continue to affect their overall well-being. The disconnect between optimism and actual spending behavior suggests that while small business owners may feel resilient, they are hesitant to make new investments.In the realm of technology, Kaseya has expanded its AI-powered cybersecurity offerings, aiming to enhance customer efficiency and profitability. The company has introduced several new features designed to strengthen security postures against cyber threats. Meanwhile, Zoom and Google are also making significant strides in AI productivity tools, with Zoom launching new features for meeting management and Google transitioning to its new AI platform, Gemini. However, the success of these innovations hinges on whether businesses will embrace these tools and whether they can deliver measurable efficiency gains.The podcast emphasizes the importance of understanding the current economic climate and its impact on IT providers. As businesses navigate uncertainty, there is a growing need for technology solutions that genuinely reduce workload and enhance efficiency. IT providers are encouraged to lead with education and strategy, helping businesses bridge the gap between AI potential and practical execution. The evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities for IT service providers, who must adapt to meet the changing demands of their customers. Three things to know today00:00 Inflation Stabilizes, But Confidence Wavers—How IT Providers Can Navigate the Shift06:17 Small Businesses Are Confident, But Will They Spend? IT and Automation Providers Take Note10:29 Kaseya Expands AI-Powered Cybersecurity, While Zoom and Google Bet on AI Productivity—But Will Businesses Buy In?  Supported by:  https://www.huntress.com/mspradio/  Event: : https://www.nerdiocon.com/ All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.tech

The Inside Economics crew is joined by Matt Colyar to discuss February's CPI report and a rapidly changing U.S. economic environment. Primarily, the conversation focuses on tariffs and the on-again, off-again chaos coming out of D.C. The group also discusses investors and U.S. trade partners' increasingly evident fatigue and whether orthodox macroeconomic principals will eventually re-emerge as a guidepost for policymaking. Guest: Matt Colyar – Assistant Director, Moody's AnalyticsHosts: Mark Zandi – Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, Cris deRitis – Deputy Chief Economist, Moody's Analytics, and Marisa DiNatale – Senior Director - Head of Global Forecasting, Moody's AnalyticsFollow Mark Zandi on 'X', BlueSky or LinkedIn @MarkZandi, Cris deRitis on LinkedIn, and Marisa DiNatale on LinkedIn Questions or Comments, please email us at helpeconomy@moodys.com. We would love to hear from you. To stay informed and follow the insights of Moody's Analytics economists, visit Economic View.

(AURN News) — Inflation in the United States edged higher in February, as many Americans continue to experience sticker shock at grocery stores, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Consumer Price Index increased 0.2% last month after rising 0.5% in January. Several key sectors saw price increases, with shelter costs rising 0.3% and food prices up 0.2%. Among grocery items, eggs saw a particularly sharp jump of 10.4%, while the beef index increased 2.4%. Energy prices overall climbed 0.2%, though gasoline prices provided some relief with a 1% decrease. The used vehicle market also contributed to inflation, with prices for used cars and trucks increasing 0.9%. Overall inflation now stands at 2.8% and has continued its upward trajectory over the past seven months since August 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the Consumer Price Index shows inflation growing at a slower pace, 25% tariffs go into effect with Mexico, Canada, the European Union, and most of our other trading partners. Europe responds with retaliatory tariffs on $30 billion in agricultural products, soybeans, and beef. Canada raises tariffs on $20 billion worth of U.S. imports. Ukraine and the U.S. reach a deal on a ceasefire and are waiting to see if Russia will come to the table. And, South Carolina considers opening up the state to casino gambling.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger Picture EU has retaliated against Trump's tariffs, the UK decided to break from the EU. Canada folded on shutting down electricity, they fired back with more tariffs. This will not end well for these countries. Inflation has declined, energy prices have declined, drill baby drill. The Fed is trapped and the CR bill passed the house. The [DS] is now running out of time, Trump is negotiating peace. The FBI/DOJ are cleaning house, removing the blocks and finding the documents they need. The silent war continues against the [DS] but they are losing. Trump and the people have the leverage and the proof. Trump and the patriots continue to add more pieces to the puzzle. Soon the people will see a clear picture.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy EU Retaliates After Trump Tariffs Take Effect, But UK Breaks With Europe And Refuses To Respond  The EU has retaliated against Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum just hours after  they took effect at midnight New York time, escalating a trade war that has rattled financial markets and threatened the global economy. The European Commission said its measures would affect up to €26bn of American goods, matching the US tariffs on European exports, and would take effect in April, leaving some time to negotiate with Washington. European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said the EU regretted Trump's decision and that tariffs were “bad for business, and even worse for consumers" adding that “tariffs are disrupting supply chains. They bring uncertainty for the economy. Jobs are at stake. Prices will go up." They will go up... for Europe, pushing the economy further into stagflation. https://twitter.com/vonderleyen/status/1899724243287302452?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1899724243287302452%7Ctwgr%5Ecd3e3486d1b8eadf73a88458e034bf4bb98b584a%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zerohedge.com%2Feconomics%2Feu-retaliates-after-trump-tariffs-take-effect-uk-breaks-europe-and-refuses-respond   Source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1899578554074980479 https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1899825311031705890 . https://twitter.com/Geiger_Capital/status/1899638045474713873 Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick Outlines Global Impact and Response from USA Tariff Hammer As we are notice today, for the first time since last year the Consumer Price Index now shows inflation slowing rapidly [CPI DATA HERE] as basic essential prices on energy and gasoline are dropping rapidly and all downstream products start dropping in sequence. Here is our current status after one month: – mortgage rates are down – egg prices are down – gas prices are down – overall inflation dropping – illegal immigration stopped at the border – wages going up – foreign aid shut down – woke initiatives being removed – massive manufacturing investments ongoing. Source: theconservativetreehouse.com AMERICA IS HEALING: Inflation Falls More Than Expected in Big Win For President Trump Less than two months into Donald Trump's presidency and inflation is already falling more than expected. In February, prices didn't rise as much as expected, offering some relief to consumers and businesses, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. A key measure of inflation, the Consumer Price Index (CPI), increased 0.2 percent for the month, bringing the annual inflation rate to 2.8 percent. This was a slowdown from January when prices had gone up 0.5 percent. Source: thegatewaypundit.

A key report on inflation out today gives fresh encouragement to Americans increasingly worried about inflation, as the Consumer Price Index cooled last month. But with the president's trade war looming, will that last?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin covers the coverage of the President's speech; MSNBC discovers the Consumer Price Index.  ADP reported private sector job creation, Kevin has the details and offers his insights. The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta released its GDPNow tracker, Kevin discusses the report. Oil reacts to an unexpected rise in crude oil inventories, Canada and China retaliates against U.S. tariffs, OPEC+ plans to increase output in April; the benchmarks hit price levels not seen since December 2021 and May 2023.

England's Land Use Framework is out to consultation. We speak to the academic who brought groups of farmers together to speak to Defra officials as they developed the policy. We also consider what impact the framework might have on big renewable projects in future - like one in East Anglia. The proposed solar development in East Pye in South Norfolk covers 2,700 acres in ten different locations, Local residents who object to the scheme have set up their own group called Block East Pye. They say they are not Nimbys but that the current plans will directly impinge on residents and wildlife. Food prices are up and driving inflation. The Consumer Price Index or CPI is up 3% in the year to January. However some basics have gone up by more: butter up by 18%, eggs by 4% and beef up 5%. What does this mean for farmers, who often tell us that they're not being paid enough for the food they produce? We ask an expert from the Royal Agricultural University whether price rises mean more money for farmers.Presenter = Charlotte Smith Producer = Rebecca Rooney

January 2025 was a record month for non-alcoholic (NA) beer in grocery stores. NA beer claimed a 4.2% share of beer grocery sales during the month, according to NIQ food store data shared by Bump Williams Consulting.    The Brewbound team discusses how Dry January shook out, plus why industry leaders are bullish on regional cider; how the dots connect between the Consumer Price Index for beer at home outpacing overall inflation and beer's 2024 summer slump; and who is keynoting the Brewers Association's Craft Brewers Conference in Indianapolis.   Plus, Justin, Jess and Zoe play Another Round or Tabbing Out on a surprise bev-alc platform and the We Love LA collaboration beer effort.

Text us your financial questions!Henssler Money Talks — February 15, 2025  Season 39, Episode 7This week on "Henssler Money Talks," show hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, examined the impact of reciprocal tariffs on Consumer Sentiment. They also reviewed the latest earnings reports and the most recent Consumer Price Index reading.The team answered key questions from seniors about required minimum distributions (RMDs)—specifically, whether it's better to take them at the beginning of the year, spread them out over time, or wait until year-end.After the break, the advisers discussed Trump's directive for the U.S. Treasury to stop producing new pennies, exploring the potential economic effects of eliminating the one-cent coin. They also provided insights into the rise of "buy now, pay later" services and how banks will be able to integrate short-term financing options into their existing debit programs.Timestamps and Chapters11:10: Consumer Sentiment and CPI24:15: Should You Take Your RMD Early in the Year?32:11: No New Pennies and a Cashless Society45:31: Expanding Reach of “Buy Now, Pay Later” ServicesFollow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial.

We're experimenting and would love to hear from you!In today's episode of 'Discover Daily', we begin with January's unexpected inflation surge to 3% that has rattled financial markets and diminished hopes for early Fed rate cuts. The Consumer Price Index showed significant increases across multiple sectors, with egg prices jumping 15.2% in a single month due to ongoing avian flu outbreaks. These developments have triggered widespread market adjustments and raised concerns about persistent inflation pressures.The tech world continues to watch the escalating battle between Elon Musk and OpenAI, with Musk offering to withdraw his $97.4 billion bid for OpenAI's nonprofit arm if the company halts its for-profit transition. This latest development adds another layer to the complex relationship between the Tesla CEO and the AI company he co-founded, highlighting the ongoing debate about artificial intelligence's future direction.In our final segment, we explore China's groundbreaking entry into planetary defense with their newly announced asteroid monitoring and deflection program. Led by the National Space Science Center, this initiative includes a sophisticated dual-spacecraft mission planned for 2027, targeting asteroid 2015 XF261. The mission represents China's first attempt to alter an asteroid's trajectory using both observation and impact techniques.From Perplexity's Discover Feed:https://www.perplexity.ai/page/inflation-rises-unexpectedly-Cd_AyeSHSLahWzYkxxAZeg https://www.perplexity.ai/page/musk-to-withdraw-bid-if-openai-z5zXTCfGSMac79T.IzlL5w https://www.perplexity.ai/page/china-establishes-planetary-de-V8DlCMkoREiyu6AEMVOHRwPerplexity is the fastest and most powerful way to search the web. Perplexity crawls the web and curates the most relevant and up-to-date sources (from academic papers to Reddit threads) to create the perfect response to any question or topic you're interested in. Take the world's knowledge with you anywhere. Available on iOS and Android Join our growing Discord community for the latest updates and exclusive content. Follow us on: Instagram Threads X (Twitter) YouTube Linkedin