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Here’s why the Federal Reserve might print more money before 2020 is out
The Federal Reserve wants to allow US inflation to run “hot” for a while. But that’s just an excuse to keep interest rates low – and possibly print mo…
10 Feb 2020
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MMT: beware the great inflation game
A decade of ever more outrageous monetary experimentation by central banks will soon culminate in steeply rising prices. Make sure you hold gold, says…
31 Jan 2020
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Carney leaves the Bank of England, not with a bang, but a whimper
In Mark Carney's final rate-setting meeting as governor of the Bank of England, the Monetary Policy Committee has voted to keep interest rates where t…
30 Jan 2020
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It’s still “inflation or bust” as far as the Fed is concerned
The latest interest-rate meeting of the US Federal Reserve has confirmed what markets already knew – central banks are pursuing "inflation or bust” po…
30 Jan 2020
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Money Minute Wednesday 18 December: UK inflation and German confidence
In today's Money Minute we have the latest UK inflation rate, and a snapshot of business confidence in Germany.
18 Dec 2019
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It’s inflation or bust as far as the Federal Reserve is concerned
The US Federal Reserve decided not to raise interest rates at its latest meeting, preferring to wait until inflation really takes off. John Stepek exp…
12 Dec 2019
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Money Minute Friday 29 November: UK house prices, newspaper results and eurozone inflation
Today's Money Minute looks to the latest reading on house prices from Nationwide, plus results from newspaper publisher Reach, and inflation in the eu…
29 Nov 2019
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The death of value investing and the road to an era of inflation
John Stepek talks to Dylan Grice, co-founder of Calderwood Capital, about inflation, duration and the “death” of value.
31 Oct 2019
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Money Minute Wednesday 16 October: house prices and inflation
In today's Money Minute, we get the latest numbers on UK house prices and inflation.
16 Oct 2019
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Money Minute Friday 11 October: funds, inflation and confidence
In today's Money Minute we have trading updates from fund managers, EU inflation data, and US consumer confidence.
11 Oct 2019
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Money Minute Thursday 10 October: trade war talks, UK manufacturing and US inflation
Today's Money Minute sees the start of the next round of trade talks between China and the US; the latest figures on UK manufacturing output; and US c…
10 Oct 2019
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Money Minute Wednesday 9 October: Japan's “pipeline inflation”
In today's Money Minute we’ll get data on producer price inflation and machinery orders in Japan.
9 Oct 2019
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Chart of the week: US inflation follows oil and gold
Bonds advanced after the attack on Saudi Arabia, with investors ignoring the potential for a rise in inflation. This chart also suggests they are bein…
23 Sep 2019
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Money Minute Wednesday 18 September: UK inflation and US interest rates
In Wednesday's Money Minute, we get the UK inflation figures for August, and America's latest decision on interest rates.
18 Sep 2019
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Money Minute Tuesday 10 September: UK employment and wage inflation figures
Tuesday’s Money Minute looks at today’s release of UK employment and wage inflation data.
9 Sep 2019
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Chart of the week: French wage inflation gathers pace
Unemployment in France is at a ten-year low, which is creating production bottlenecks and boosting the annual rate of wage inflation.
16 Jul 2019
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UK inflation little changed in May
The inflation rate in the UK was little changed in May, compared to last month. Here, John Stepek looks at what's been happening to prices in the UK.
19 Jun 2019
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Get set for an inflation scare
Investors are getting complacent about inflation. They should prepare themselves for a fright.
3 May 2019
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Amazon boss Jeff Bezos is calling for a wage-price spiral – inflation is coming
Pressure is building by the day for higher inflation, and the Amazon founder's call for higher minimum wages is just the latest expression of that. Jo…
12 Apr 2019
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Inflation will surprise investors
Central banks have revised down their inflation expectations. But the current subdued rate may not last.
29 Mar 2019
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Inflation, Brexit and slowing economic growth: it’s a busy week for Britain
With another Brexit vote and inflation figures released in the UK, and US and China continuing to haggle over trade, John Stepek looks to the week ahe…
11 Feb 2019
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What should income investors do if inflation doesn’t arrive?
With interest rates rising during 2018, and market murmurs about inflation, income investors might have been hoping for juicier opportunities this yea…
8 Feb 2019
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Here’s why we could see an inflation “sonic boom” in 2019
With many investors fearing a recession and deflation, inflation is far from most people’s minds. But it’s something you really need to prepare for th…
4 Jan 2019
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All the signs point to incipient inflation
Traders are expecting a soft touch from the Federal Reserve next year, says Marina Gerner. They may be in for a nasty surprise.
23 Nov 2018
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Chart of the week: inflation in Turkey at its highest in 15 years
Inflation in Turkey has soared to its highest level since 2003. In August, the annual rate of consumer price inflation had reached around 18% but in S…
12 Oct 2018
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Is the Federal Reserve really worried about inflation?
The Federal Reserve, America’s central bank, is slowly raising interest rates. But that doesn’t mean it’s going after inflation, says John Stepek. It …
18 Sep 2018
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Get ready for a US “wage explosion”
US inflation is rising fast. Wages have not kept pace – but it’s only matter of time. John Stepek explains what a “wage explosion” would mean for inve…
13 Jul 2018
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Prepare your portfolio for the return of inflation
Investors have enjoyed unusually favourable markets since the global financial crisis, but inflation and interest rates are heading up. How should we …
31 May 2018
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Index-linked gilts
Index-linked gilts are sterling bonds issued by the Bank of England and listed on the London Stock Exchange, introduced to act as a hedge against infl…
23 May 2018
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The slow but steady return of inflation and how to profit from it
Rising commodity prices have thrust inflation back to the forefront of investors’ minds. John Stepek explains the best way to profit.
20 Apr 2018
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Trump’s tariffs are yet another sign that inflation is coming back
Donald Trump’s new tariffs on US steel and aluminium imports will have a serious effect on American business. John Stepek explains what that means for…
2 Mar 2018
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Forget bitcoin – the best hedge against inflation is gold
The usual answer to the question of how to hedge against inflation is “gold”. But these days, some people prefer bitcoin. Those people are wrong, says…
5 Feb 2018
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How to hedge against inflation
Matthew Partridge explains how investors can protect their portfolios for when inflation returns.
12 Aug 2016
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Should you buy 'linkers' – inflation-linked bonds?
Cris Sholto Heaton looks at how inflation-linked bonds (often referred to as linkers) work, and whether they're worth buying.
10 Jul 2015
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10 July 1946: Hungary suffers the world’s worst hyperinflation
The highest level of inflation ever recorded occurred in Hungary in July 1946. Prices were rising at 350% a day.
10 Jul 2014
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A beginner’s guide to inflation
One of the most frequently mentioned topics in the financial news is inflation. But what exactly is it and how does it affect the economy? Matthew Par…
3 Aug 2012
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The difference between CPI and RPI inflation - and why it matters
The consumer price index (CPI) and retail price index (RPI) are both important indicators of inflation. But what is the difference and why do they mat…
18 Aug 2011
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How to beat inflation
Tim Bennett looks at inflation - what it is, how its measured, and the effect it can have on your wealth - and suggests some straightforward ways of c…
25 Mar 2011
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Use your mortgage to beat inflation
One way for the Government to pay off its huge debt is to inflate it away, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he explains how you could do the same for yo…
1 Apr 2010