With markets caught in a volatile pattern of selloffs and rallies, I thought I'd do a quick round-up of what we know (very little) and don't (a whole lot). Before I begin, I should say: if you're looking for perfect clarity, you won't find it here. From where I stand, the crystal ball looks murky as heck.
What's going on with the markets? Higher-than-expected inflation data slammed investor expectations and rippled through markets, causing a broad selloff. Want a deep dive into what's going on and what would happen? Keep reading.
Have questions about the recent student loan forgiveness announcement? We've got (some) answers.
New laws are here! The new Inflation Reduction Act is a big enchilada of green energy spending, corporate taxes, and some pretty major changes to Medicare. Is this deal a big deal? Could be. Here are some Medicare changes you might want to know about
Is the bear market over? Let's discuss. (Don't want a dive into the latest market and economy stuff? Scroll down to my P.S. for a big-picture question. I'm eager to hear what you think.)
Are we in a recession? Depends on who you ask. That's pretty confusing, right? Let's discuss.
