What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation, Investing Your Tax Return, How Interest Rates Impact Stock Prices

What Is the Federal Funds Rate? | March CPI Report Comes in Hot: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation | How To Invest Your Tax Return Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( April 13, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( [Investing Weekly]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Feature [] [What Is the Federal Funds Rate?]( [What Is the Federal Funds Rate?]( (Getty Images) The federal funds rate can impact a host of borrowing costs, and thus the entire U.S. economy. Here, [we take a closer look at this key metric](. [] Latest News [] [March CPI Report Comes in Hot: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation]( [March CPI Report Comes in Hot: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation]( (Getty Images) A data-dependent Federal Reserve will likely push back the timing of its first interest rate cut after the Consumer Price Index (CPI) revealed that [inflation rose by more than expected in March](. [Save up to 20% on TurboTax]( Tax Day is almost here but TurboTax has you covered. You'll get your max refund, 100% accuracy, and audit support for your return's full 7-year lifetime, guaranteed. File today and save up to 20%. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT: [] Investing Tips [] [How To Invest Your Tax Return]( [How To Invest Your Tax Return]( (Getty Images) If you're thinking about the long haul, you may want to consider structurally investing your tax return. [Here, we look at how to invest your tax return doing just that](. [] Corporate Earnings [] [Kiplinger's Earnings Calendar for This Week (April 15-19)]( Check out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports. [Read More]( [Don't Bet Your Retirement on the Stock Market. Follow these 4 Tips]( If your retirement savings are in the stock market, you need to manage your risks. Here are four tips to consider in a plan for income: 1. Lifetime annuities 2. High dividend portfolio 3. Balanced portfolio for IRA withdrawals 4. Conservative estimate of market performance Go2Income plans average a starting income of 5.5% - following this advice. Get your number with a complimentary Go2Income plan today. [Order Your Plan]( ADVERTISEMENT [] In Case You Missed It [] [How Interest Rates Impact Stock Prices]( The Fed is expected to begin cutting interest rates later this year and this could significantly help the stock market. [Read More]( [How The 2025 Great Tax Sunset Will Affect Your Business]( Explore the value of expert tax advice for a secure future. Uncover hidden benefits, wisely safeguard your wealth, and embark on a journey to substantial savings. Prioritizing your peace of mind. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] RELATED KIPLINGER ARTICLES WE THINK YOU'LL ENJOY [] [Wall Street's best stocks to buy now]( Our list of the best stocks to buy now reflect the lesson of the past few years: Be ready for anything. [6 cybersecurity stocks to buy now]( With a boost in global security spending expected this year, these cybersecurity stocks are worth a closer look. [8 best commodity ETFs to buy now]( These commodity ETFs offer investors exposure to the diverse asset class, which is a helpful hedge against inflation. For the latest ways to earn 5% to 7% cash yield safely and reliably, plus 4 Model Portfolios to show you exactly where to put your money, bank on [Kiplinger Investing for Income](. ABOUT KIPLINGER When we write about money, we get it right. So the decisions you make with your dollars are also right. Kiplinger is a trusted provider of unbiased financial advice, objective business and economic forecasts, and practical help to millions of business professionals, investors, and individuals seeking to make more profitable decisions with their money. Our [flagship publications]( include [Kiplinger Personal Finance]( magazine, [The Kiplinger Letter]( [The Kiplinger Tax Letter]( [Kiplinger Retirement Report]( and [Kiplinger Investing for Income.]( All are regarded as the leading publications in their respective fields. Every day, millions of readers rely on our [free e-newsletters]( for help on everything from getting the best rate on a mortgage or car loan, to managing their businesses in an uncertain world, avoiding an IRS audit, building wealth for a secure retirement, or investing wisely in any kind of market. Now it’s your turn to reap all the rewards Kiplinger has to offer. Visit [Kiplinger.com](, your gateway to all of the above and much more. Check in any time for our latest advice on how to make more money, and keep more of the money you make. Stay right on the money, with Kiplinger. [Sign Up]( | [Print Publications]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( CONTACT US: [FEEDBACK](mailto:alerts@kiplinger.com) | [ADVERTISE]( [Future]( Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036