Despite lower inflation than projected, economic growth can't keep up: 'Not out of the woods'
The possibility of stagflation, or stagnation and inflation, is not off the table after August's inflation numbers were lower than projected.
Inflation is not beat, it's a real threat to Main Street: Sheila Bair
Former FDIC Chair Sheila Bair argues the Fed is focusing too much on the labor market when many other factors are at play on 'Making Money.'
Former Fed president weighs in on rate cut debate: 25 or 50 basis points?
Former Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Dennis Lockhart analyzes the labor market and explains how tariffs impact Fed decision-making on 'Making Money.'
Inflation hits 2.5% in August, keeping the Fed on track to lower interest rates
The annual inflation rate in August was 2.5%, but core inflation remained sticky at 3.2%, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report.
Recession fears are still lurking despite the S&P 500 surge: Kenny Polcari
SlateStone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari argues the S&P 500 adding $1.3 trillion in value this week calms selloff fears on 'Varney & Co.'
Inflation has been coming down but prices are still elevated: Gary Kaltbaum
Gary Kaltbaum of Kaltbaum Capital Management discusses the PPI report, Big Tech stocks and the impact of a Harris presidency on markets.
Marketplace angst is not going away anytime soon: Scott Bauer
Prosper Trading Academy CEO Scott Bauer and Main Street Asset Management CIO Erin Gibbs discuss whether investors should wait on Fed rate cuts before they resume buying on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Long-term investors need to stay committed to their plan: Kenny Polcari
SlateStone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari discusses how investors can adjust their approach during volatile market conditions on 'Making Money.'
This is 'not sustainable': Sen. Rick Scott
Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., joins 'The Big Money Show' to discuss how inflation is a key issue in battleground states, housing costs, and John Kirby's remarks over veteran concerns regarding the Afghanistan withdrawal.
There are all kinds of ‘loopholes’ in the current federal income tax rate: Bharat Ramamurti
Former NEC deputy director Bharat Ramamurti breaks down both former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris’ economic agendas.
Social Security COLA projected to be 2.5% for 2025, smallest since 2021
Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025 is projected to be 2.5%, which would be the smallest benefit boost since 2021 as the pace of inflation slows.
Kevin O'Leary: Harris' corporate tax hike will put US in an uncompetitive position
O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary discusses Kamala Harris' proposed tax policies on 'The Big Money Show.'
Goya CEO reveals why the price of this grocery staple has skyrocketed under Biden
Goya Foods CEO Bob Unanue criticized the Biden-Harris administration's inflationary policies, citing price increases on his company's own items as evidence.
Heritage Foundation launches personal inflation calculator
Heritage Foundation research fellow and economist EJ Antoni discusses recent inflation data and the foundation launching a personal inflation calculator.
Inflation up 0.2% in August, producer price index shows
Goya Foods CEO Bob Unanue joins 'Fox & Friends' to react to the August producer price index report, arguing the inflation crisis is man-made as a result of the 'war on fossil fuels' and America's perceived 'weakness' around the world.
Amazon's AI services will draw herds of customers: D.R. Barton
Woodshaw Financial Group principal D.R. Barton analyzes Amazon and IBM on 'Varney & Co.'
Kamala Harris didn't make a case on policy at the debate: James Freeman
WSJ editorial page assistant editor James Freeman discusses whether Trump should agree to a second debate with Harris on 'Varney & Co.'
The Fed should be careful to avoid an 'aggressive' rate cut: Alex McGrath
NorthEnd Private Wealth CIO Alex McGrath warns that cutting rates too quickly may cause inflation to 'spike' back up.
If we don't have a secure election, we don't have a Republic: Rep. Andrew Clyde
Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Ga., discusses the SAVE Act as Congress grapples with the government funding bill, the presidential candidates' economic plans and the importance of Georgia in the 2024 race. (Courtesy: ABC News)
Where is inflation the highest? Chicago and New York rank near the top
Americans in different parts of the country are experiencing vastly different inflation rates as the U.S. economy as a whole sees the pace of price growth cooling off.