Trump is not going to like seeing his nominee for Chairman raising the rate. It should be interesting to watch.…
Paper I Bonds have been completely discontinued. So all you can do is leave them at TD, and request in…
Can I opt out of the ID.me and request instead paper I-bond instruments be mailed to me at my address…
There are so many systemic supporters of inflation that I don't see a few rate rises touching it. AI build…
Category Archives: Inflation
‘No surprises’ July inflation report gives the Fed a break
Is inflation really slowing? And what does this mean for I Bonds, TIPS and the Social Security COLA? By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The July inflation report provides evidence that U.S. inflation is gradually slowing, which should be good news for … Continue reading
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The I Bond’s fixed rate is going higher. But how much?
A new fixed rate of 1.30% looks like a real possibility. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com We’ve seen a fascinating explosion in real yields in 2026 as the war with Iran, inflationary pressures and soaring federal deficits are straining the U.S. … Continue reading
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Federal Reserve is losing credibility, at the worst possible time
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The new Federal Reserve chairman, Kevin Warsh, stood in front of reporters Wednesday afternoon and said: For some households, businesses, and market professionals five years of high inflation have left a mistaken impression that’s hard to … Continue reading
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Forecasting Social Security’s 2027 COLA: My guess is 3.6%
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Each July, since 2017, I have been forecasting the next year’s Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. Over the years, I have learned one thing: It’s important to be humble. This is a nearly impossible task, combining an … Continue reading
10-year TIPS auction gets real yield of 2.438%, a great result for investors
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com The Treasury’s auction today of a new 10-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security, CUSIP 91282CRE3, generated a real yield to maturity of 2.438%, the highest at auction for this term since October 2008. Investor demand appeared to be … Continue reading
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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities 
Definitely. Warsh could feel the pressure of 5 or 6 dissenting votes if he decides to push to hold rates…