Inflation

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Pres. Raphael Bostic knows hiring has cooled off, but he remains most concerned about keeping inflation heating up. The Fed's main tool to fight inflation is higher interest rates, which is the opposite of what Pres. Trump has been pressuring the Fed to do.

In January, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income will receive a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment.

The University of South Florida Student Government receives approximately $13.5 million annually in student fees. But it has about $20 million in spending requests

From rising grocery costs to fewer Canadian snowbirds and vibrant local volunteer bands, "Florida Matters Live & Local" explores how economics, travel and community life shape everyday experiences.

After more than 40 years in business, owner John Wong says Wong Kai Imports, one of the few Asian markets in Manatee County, may shut down by the end of the year.

The state's growing population has led to spiking rents as housing demand has increased, and one factor driving up rental costs is the high price to purchase a home.

In the Tampa-St.Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, inflation is only slightly cooler than the national rate. Unemployment is lower, too.

Higher prices have sent consumers in search of locally produced eggs and inspired do-it-yourself chicken farmers among local residents.

According to WalletHub, 39% of Americans say inflation is affecting their Valentine’s Day plans, and 34% of Americans also say they don’t expect their partner to pay for a gift this year.

USF researchers polled 1,500 registered voters nationwide between October 22-27 to track how social media usage affects political polarization, politics-related stress levels, and belief in election-related misinformation.

The top issues for many young adults in this election aren't about culture wars, but their wallets. Inflation and rising prices have hit a lot of people in this age group, and many who can't afford groceries and rent say they are on the cusp of homelessness.

In his bid to regain the White House, former President Donald Trump has hammered away at the Biden-Harris administration for its inflation record.