inflation

Economy June 17, 2026

Soaring US beef prices likely to rise further thanks to trade tensions and disease outbreaks

by Andrew Muhammad, University of Tennessee and Charles Martinez, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] It’s summer grilling season, but for many Americans, surging prices mean…

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Fuel Cost, Transportation & Development June 15, 2026

Georgia gas prices continue to fall as crude oil stays below $100

According to AAA’s weekly report, Georgia gas prices continued their recent decline this week, offering some relief to drivers as broader inflation keeps household budgets under pressure. The average price…

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Economy May 29, 2026

It’s not just high gas prices – inflation is now spreading through the US economy

by D. Brian Blank, Mississippi State University and Brandy Hadley, Appalachian State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Americans don’t need a press release to…

Government & Politics, State Government January 21, 2026

State economist says slow wage growth, higher inflation likely to continue

by Jill Nolin, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] January 20, 2026 Georgia’s economy is showing signs of strength, but persistent inflation and…

Economy February 16, 2025

Inflation is heating up again, putting pressure on Trump to cool it on tariffs

by Jason Reed, University of Notre Dame, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Inflation figures released on Feb. 12, 2025, will come as a disappointment to…

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Economy February 11, 2025

Why the price of your favorite chocolate will continue to rise

by Narcisa Pricope, Mississippi State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Valentine’s Day often conjures images of chocolates and romance. But the crop behind this…

Economy January 3, 2025

What does 2025 hold for interest rates, inflation and the American consumer?

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Economy November 28, 2024

Trump vow to impose stiff tariffs at odds with anti-inflation campaign message, Dems say

by Jacob Fischler, Ariana Figueroa, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] November 26, 2024 President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement Monday that he would impose…

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Health Care cost November 23, 2024

Doctor’s bills often come with sticker shock for patients − but health insurance could be reinvented to provide costs upfront

by Michal Horný, UMass Amherst, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] You have scheduled an appointment with a health care provider, but no matter how hard…

Economy November 19, 2024

Americans face an insurability crisis as climate change worsens disasters – a look at how insurance companies set rates and coverage

by Andrew J. Hoffman, University of Michigan, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Home insurance rates are rising in the United States, not only in Florida,…

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Environment June 17, 2026