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Measuring inflation. How do you measure the effect of inflation on your savings? The government measures it for you and publishes the results regularly

By SMN.Today on January 14, 2019 • ( 13 )

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) tracks the prices of a variety of consumer goods and services, including transportation, medical care, and housing. The index is published monthly.

During the worst of the crisis, the Federal Reserve targeted a 2% annual growth in inflation to return the economy to health. The bank initiated various stimulus measures that were intended to boost the economy and encourage job creation.

Core Inflation Remained Near Fed’s Target in August. Data are likely to validate the central bank’s view that inflation pressures are under control

By SMN.Today on September 30, 2018 • ( 10 )

StockMarketNews.Today – A key measure of underlying inflation eased in August to its slowest pace in 18 months, suggesting price pressures remain contained as a strong dollar holds down import prices and wage growth stays moderate.