Decoding Economic Health: Inflation, Growth, and Employment Trends

Explore the latest on inflation, employment, and growth trends, and what it means for the future of the US economy. How is the economy doing right now and what does it mean for inflation, growth, and jobs? What do recent credit card settlement news and updates on inflation rates mean for your finances? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski delve into the current state of the economy, dissecting the latest data on inflation, growth, and employment. Joined by NerdWallet data journalist Elizabeth Renter, they explore how the economy is faring amid ongoing challenges. From the robust labor market and its impact on wages to the intricacies of inflation and its implications for consumers, they provide insights into the broader economic landscape. They seek to give listeners a deeper understanding of key economic indicators and how they could shape your financial decisions.  Then, in this week's Money News roundup, Sean and Anna discuss a credit card settlement potentially affecting premium reward cards, updates on inflation rates, and the legacy of Daniel Kahneman, a pioneer in behavioral finance. In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: the economy, inflation, growth, employment, credit card settlement, financial decisions, consumer confidence, labor market, wage growth, Federal Reserve, interest rates, GDP, economic indicators, Daniel Kahneman, behavioral finance, money news, consumer spending, unemployment rate, inflation rates, market value, price growth, Federal Reserve interest rates, economic outlook, GDP growth, consumer sentiment, labor supply, labor demand, price levels, real GDP, swipe fees, interchange rate, rent inflation, housing prices, annual rate, economic landscape, economic data, macroeconomic phenomena, economic trends, and money headlines. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend.

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NerdWallet’s trusted finance journalists answer real-world money questions to help you make smarter financial decisions with confidence. Each episode dives deep into topics like budgeting, saving, investing, home buying, and credit cards, cutting through misinformation to bring you clear, actionable advice backed by thorough research. By the end of every episode, you’ll have the latest financial insights and the tools you’ll need to manage your money wisely, build wealth, and plan for life’s milestones. And if you have questions for the Nerds, you can leave them a voicemail at 901-730-6373. Join hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, Elizabeth Ayoola, and other expert Nerds as they answer your biggest money questions and share strategies to help you build wealth and reach your financial goals, including: – Investing: Advanced investment strategies, integrating ETFs and mutual funds into a diversified portfolio, tax-efficient retirement planning, understanding Roth IRA conversions, and navigating robo-advisors. – Credit Cards: Top credit cards for travel rewards and luxury perks, balance transfer strategies, maximizing credit card points, and optimizing credit card usage to boost your credit score. – Personal Finance: Advanced budgeting tips, building generational wealth, creating effective savings plans, managing high-income expenses, and developing a strong money growth mindset. – Home: Smart strategies for homebuying in competitive markets, leveraging home equity loans and HELOCs, refinancing for long-term savings, first-time homebuying tips, and budgeting for major home improvements. If you’re searching for the best personal finance podcasts or want practical knowledge to make smarter money decisions, then follow NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast. You’ll love NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast if you like podcasts like: Planet Money, The Personal Finance Podcast, DIY Money, Afford Anything, How to Money, The Ramsey Show, Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin, NPR’s Life Kit: Money, Popcorn Finance, Money Girl,Money Guy Show, Everyone’s Talkin’ Money, So Money with Farnoosh Tarabi, The Money with Katie Show, All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins, The Stacking Benjamins Show, MoneyWatch with Jill Schlesinger, or Your Money, Your Wealth. NerdWallet Compare, Inc. NMLS ID# 1617539 NMLS Consumer Access: http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/