Weekly commodity wrap-up
Inflation Sinks on Lower Fuel and Clothing Costs Both the monthly consumer and producer (PPI) inflation gauges rose less than expected this week. The consumer…
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Your money: 5 ways to feel richer (even if you’re not)
In some ways, feeling “rich” is less about how many zeroes you have in your bank account and more about knowing how to use them…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Ship full of corn leaves Ukraine After weeks of negotiation, the first shipment of corn finally left the Odesa Port, passed inspection, and headed for…
3 small ways to cut monthly costs in your company
As a business owner, you likely have so many monthly expenses — manufacturing costs, shipping, payroll for employees and the list goes on. It is…
In your debt: 3 times debt can be a helpful tool
In some corners of the personal finance advice world, getting into debt is just about the worst thing you can do. And yes, some forms…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Wheat and gas swing with Ukraine blockades Both the wheat and natural gas markets were like a political football game. Prices exploded, then crashed then…
Your money: How to buy stuff that lasts
Savvy consumers consider price, performance and reliability when making a major purchase, such as a car or home appliance. The greatest of these is reliability…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
U.S. boils, Europe bakes Last week began with reports of continued record temperatures in North America and much of Europe. Great Britain’s mercury topped 109…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Retail Prices hit 40 Year High Gasoline, food, and rent accelerated the consumer price index to the highest level since 1981. Pent-up spending was stimulated…
Millennial money: What if you can’t ‘out-budget’ inflation?
Inflation is a nightmare for the many Americans who already stretch their dollars to cover basic needs. What happens when those dollars lose value? Their…