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“The inflation outlook has intensified as the Iran war boosts energy costs, tariffs weigh on goods prices, and the AI data build out bolsters prices,” write my colleagues Josh Schafer and Megan Leonhardt.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
While Tyson’s earnings were driven by its chicken business, soaring cattle prices continued to weigh on its bottom line.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Such a rebalancing into sectors that are more economically sensitive would likely weigh on indexes like the S&P 500, given that the technology sector has the heaviest weighting.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
EY-Parthenon chief economist Gregory Daco added: "Household budgets are coming under mounting pressure from rising inflation and a softer income backdrop, while slower wage and job growth continue to weigh on purchasing power."
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
“You knew she would. Why are you letting that weigh on your decision?”
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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