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The unemployment rate rose to 4.2% in September.
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The U.S. added jobs in May while inflation remains elevated.
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Food inflation continues at well above the 2% annual rate targeted by the Federal Reserve.
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The consumer price index (CPI) jumped 0.6% in September.
Beef Prices Tick Down Again in September
Still, beef and veal prices are up 3.5% over the last 12 months.
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Why Is Food So Expensive?
Food inflation continues at well above the 2% annual rate targeted by the Federal Reserve.
Inflation Rises to 3.7% in September; Energy Costs Continue Climbing
The consumer price index (CPI) jumped 0.6% in September.
Beef Prices Tick Down Again in September
Still, beef and veal prices are up 3.5% over the last 12 months.
U.S. Added a Meager 29,000 Jobs in September
The unemployment rate rose to 4.2% in September.
How Is the Economy Doing Right Now?
The U.S. added jobs in May while inflation remains elevated.
Study: Where Millennials Get Money Info and How They’re Using It
The nation’s largest generation takes a wide-ranging approach to learning about money, with 33% getting money information on user-generated content sites like YouTube and TikTok.
Millennials Keep Closest Eye on Spending: 4 Ways to Help Offset Rising Costs
A rising cost of living has Americans tracking their spending more carefully, with millennials leading the charge, according to a recent NerdWallet survey.
Why Is Food So Expensive?
Food inflation continues at well above the 2% annual rate targeted by the Federal Reserve.
Will Paying Off My Credit Card Help My Credit Score Go Up?
Paying off a credit card is very likely to help your score, especially if you were using more than 30% of your credit limit.
What is Bad Debt?
A mortgage you can afford is generally thought to be a good form of debt. High-interest loans that end up costing you more are examples of bad debt.
Why Is Food So Expensive?
Food inflation continues at well above the 2% annual rate targeted by the Federal Reserve.
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