Inflation cited as major factor in historic decline in UK standard of living
The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) released a study on March 21 noting that the…
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Dr. Duru How rising food prices squeeze the poor
While Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke comfortably dismisses rising food prices as a transient phenomenon…
Hansen argues the CPI should include food prices
Steve Hansen at “Global Economic Intersection” presents a compelling case arguing that food prices should…
Greenspan knows inflation?
Suddenly, former Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan knows inflation. In fact, he now sees inflation…
Dudley remains focused on the U.S. output gap
Gavyn Davies at the Financial Times writes a good review and critique of William Dudley’s…
Automobile subprime lending jumps 60% in 2010
A contraction in credit has served as a firm pillar of support for those who…
Economist Diane Swonk sees continued inability to pass along price increases to consumers
CNBC’s Lori Ann LaRocco interviewed Diane Swonk, Chief Economist at Mesirow Financial, about the status…
Will corporate margins be the next victims of inflationary pressures?
Corporate profit margins have hit record levels, but it seems inflationary pressures are waiting in…
Inflation expectations increase in Singapore
Looks like Singapore is now feeling some inflation pressure. The small island nation raised its…
Inflation scheduling an autumn arrival in the U.S.?
Inflation may be scheduling an autumn arrival in the U.S. The New York Times reports…