A busy week ahead for investors will see inflation data, the debate about the Fed's next move, and the start of second quarter earnings season all come into focus after a flurry of trade activity last week.

Companies seeking to attract as many workers as they can — and reduce their own wage costs — like to locate in places that are affordable.

Are we getting a stimulus check in July 2025? Here's status on stimulus check and inflation refund, how to track IRS checks by social security number

Argentina's monthly inflation likely ticked up to 1.9% in June, according to the median forecast of a Reuters poll, after May's rise marked the lowest monthly increase since 2020. The month of May had marked the smallest monthly increase in five years for South America's No.

US Treasuries registered a second week of losses, with long bonds leading Friday’s slump as concerns about inflation re-emerged.Most Read from BloombergSinger Akon’s Failed Futuristic City in Senegal Ends Up a $1 Billion ResortWhy Did Cars Get So Hard to See Out Of?

The consumer price index, slated for release on Tuesday, is expected by economists to show a 0.3% increase for last month.

A rally that has taken U.S. stocks to record highs will be tested in the coming week by the kick-off of corporate earnings season and a key inflation report as investors hope to learn more about the economic fallout from tariffs.

When consumers buy more now in anticipation of higher prices — and workers demand higher pay — it can lead businesses to raise their own prices to cover increased costs. That creates what economists call a self-fulfilling inflationary cycle, something the Federal Reserve works hard to avoid.

Founded in 1993, The Motley Fool is a financial services company dedicated to making the world smarter, happier, and richer. The Motley Fool reaches millions of people every month through our premium investing solutions, free guidance and market analysis on Fool.com, top-rated podcasts, and non-profit The Motley Fool Foundation.

An easing of food price rises and a high base likely helped Indian inflation slow to a more than six-year low in June, according to a Reuters poll of economists.