2 Percent Inflation My A-S!

Time for a Big Dose of Truth about inflation and the economy. Can you handle the truth?!?!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 April 17, 2024 | [Read Online]( [fb]( [tw]( [in]( [email](mailto:?subject=Post%20from%20The%20Inflation%20Cafe%27&body=New%20Post%3A%20%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fthe-inflation-cafe.beehiiv.com%2Fp%2Fnew-post-1622) In partnership with Sponsored by [2% Inflation, My Ass with Michael Pento]( from [Kerry Lutz's Financial Survival Network]( Kerry Lutz and Michael Pento discussed various economic issues, including inflation, interest rates, and the stability of the US dollar. Pento expressed skep… MaxAI.me - Smart Browsing with 1-Click AI [MaxAI.me](—where AI meets your browser. Instantly enhance web browsing with article summaries, email crafting, and AI-powered web searches. Ranked #1 of the day and the week on ProductHunt. [Discover why 1M+ users trust us. Install now!]( [Say No to This: America’s Fiscal Norms Are in Decline]( Despite their informal nature, those norms have historically constrained U.S. fiscal policy. But they’re eroding. by Veronique de Rugy [Reason.com]( Washington Post columnist Megan McArdle recently wrote that the best argument made in favor of limiting the size of the stimulus during the Great Recession—part of a larger conversation about austerity—was one of ethos. “We weren’t spending the money in theory,” she wrote, “or in 1945, when an ethos of fiscal responsibility prevailed. We were spending it in the 21st century, when that ethos had collapsed, so there was a considerable chance that when the good times finally rolled around, no politician would willingly undertake the sacrifices necessary to get the budget back in shape.” [Continue Reading at]([Reason.com]([…]( [Americans Now Worry About Out-Of-Control Power Bill Inflation]( from [Zero Hedge]( Tens of millions of Americans are having trouble paying their power bills as residential electricity inflation continues to run rampant. The latest data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (February’s print) shows that three out of every four major cities in the US had power prices rise for residential customers. “Food has been a worry, but now electricity is the worry,” 75yo Alfredo De Avila told [Bloomberg](, adding, “Unless you want to go to candles and firewood, we have no other choice but to bite the bullet and pay.” For the Oakland, California, resident, already battered by high taxes, food inflation, elevated fuel pump prices, and out-of-control violent crime, the latest price increase from the state’s largest electricity utlity, PG&E Corp, of a 13% jump in power bills in January, plus more expected rises this year, could put the retiree under more financial pressure. [Continue Reading at]([ZeroHedge.com]([…]( [Get smarter on AI.]( What’s the secret to staying ahead of the curve in the world of AI? Information. Luckily, you can join early adopters reading The Rundown– the free newsletter that makes you smarter on AI with just a 5-minute read per day. [Sign up with one click]( [Three Investments to Consider with Inflation Rising]( by Joshua Rodriguez [CBS News]( As inflation continues to tick up in spite of a higher interest rates, it may be time to take a second look at your investments. Stocks tumbled Wednesday as updated inflation data dimmed the chances for rate cuts in 2024, demonstrating how rising inflation can threaten your investment assets. But the truth is, inflation can threaten any savings you have. That is, unless you make moves to protect it. The current inflation rate is 3.5% and not only will that make borrowing more expensive but it could affect the returns you get with your traditional investments. But, how do you protect your investment portfolio from rising inflation? One way to do so is by investing in assets that generally perform well during inflationary periods. [Continue Reading at]([CSBNews.com]([…]( [Fed Planning Major Economic Reset to Lower Inflation]( from [Ken McElroy]([ideo Description…]( [YouTube video by Ken McElroy]( Fed Planning Major Economic Reset To Lower Inflation [Video Description…]( [Gary Brode: Out of Control DC Spending Means More Inflation For Years | Gold, Bitcoin & Oil Bull Market]( from [WallStForMainSt]( [YouTube video by WallStForMainSt]( Gary Brode: Out Of Control DC Spending Means More Inflation For Yrs| Gold, Bitcoin & Oil Bull Market MaxAI.me - Smart Browsing with 1-Click AI [MaxAI.me](—where AI meets your browser. Instantly enhance web browsing with article summaries, email crafting, and AI-powered web searches. Ranked #1 of the day and the week on ProductHunt. [Discover why 1M+ users trust us. Install now!]( [Inflation Lies & Monetary Madness]( by Dr. Chris Martenson [Chris Martenson’s Peak Prosperity]( Welcome to this week’s Finance University episode. This week, we’re tackling a hot-button issue: inflation. With government figures often underplaying the real impact of inflation on everyday lives, it’s essential to peel back the layers and understand the true picture. We’ll be joined as usual by Paul Kiker from Kiker Wealth Management, bringing his expertise to our lively conversation. Whether you’re grappling with rising costs or curious about how inflation shapes our economy, this episode is a must-watch. So, set a reminder, tune in, and let’s explore these critical financial issues together. [Continue Reading at]([PeakProsperity.com]([…]( [What the Government Isn’t Telling You About Inflation with Danielle DiMartino Booth]( from [ITM TRADING, INC.]( [YouTube video by ITM TRADING, INC.]( What the Government Isn't Telling You About Inflation with Danielle DiMartino Booth [Get smarter on AI.]( What’s the secret to staying ahead of the curve in the world of AI? Information. Luckily, you can join early adopters reading The Rundown– the free newsletter that makes you smarter on AI with just a 5-minute read per day. [Sign up with one click]( [The ‘Supercore’ Inflation Measure Shows Fed May Have a Real Problem On Its Hands]( by Brian Evans [CNBC.com]( A hotter-than-expected consumer price index report rattled Wall Street Wednesday, but markets are buzzing about an even more specific prices gauge contained within the data — the so-called supercore inflation reading. Along with the overall inflation measure, economists also look at the core CPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, to find the true trend. The supercore gauge, which also excludes shelter and rent costs from its services reading, takes it even a step further. Fed officials say it is useful in the current climate as they see elevated housing inflation as a temporary problem and not as good a measure of underlying prices. Supercore accelerated to a 4.8% pace year over year in March, the highest in 11 months. [Continue Reading at]([CNBC.com]([…]([V]( Update your email preferences or unsubscribe [here]( © 2024 The Inflation Cafe' 5500 Military Trail, Suite 22-307 Jupiter, FL 33458, United States of America