Will the Fed Ease Up on Rate Hikes? Experts Think So.

Who Will Win the Midterm Elections? | Five Ways to Fight Inflation's Effect on Your Retirement | 5 Ways to Fight Inflation’s Impact on Your Retirement Plan Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( November 2, 2022 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram ]( [Youtube]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] INTEREST RATES [] [Will the Fed Ease Up on Rate Hikes? Experts Think So.]( The Federal Reserve delivered a widely expected fourth consecutive short-term interest rate hike of 75 basis points, or 0.75%, when it wrapped up its regularly scheduled two-day policy meeting. But the real question on every investor's mind was whether Chair Jerome Powell would offer any reason to think that the central bank might be inclined to ease back on the size and pace of future rate increases. And the answer to that was a resounding "Yes." [READ MORE]( [3 Steps to Comprehensive Retirement Planning]( See what retirement might look like for you and get a feel for what our award-winning free dashboard can do. Want a more accurate assessment? [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] ELECTIONS [] [Who Will Win the Midterm Elections?]( [Who Will Win the Midterm Elections?]( (Getty Images) Yes, the GOP has enjoyed a “recovery” of sorts as the 2022 midterm elections approach, but remember this was always supposed to be a Republican year. The president’s party almost always takes a beating during the midterms. So will Republicans flip both the House (a given) and the Senate (a much closer call)? We think so. But an ongoing wild card will be voter turnout – both parties are unusually fired up for what is usually a duller set of races. [READ MORE]( [] INFLATION [] [Five Ways to Fight Inflation's Effect on Your Retirement]( For retirees who live on fixed incomes and savings, inflation is a serious danger to their purchasing power. For those in the later stages of their working careers, inflation can cut into the amount they have saved for retirement. Meanwhile, a volatile stock market exacerbates concerns for both pre-retirees and retirees, causing them to reconsider certain investments and wonder if they will outlive their nest eggs. So, what to do? Investment adviser representative Bruce Porter has five concrete steps. [READ MORE]( [Hire a Professional: Compare Up to 3 Financial Advisors That Serve Your Area]( Ready to kick your retirement plan into high gear? Compare fiduciary financial advisors who serve your area. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Also on Kiplinger [] - [5 Ways to Fight Inflation’s Impact on Your Retirement Plan]( - [Dishwasher vs Washing By Hand: Which Is Cheaper?]( - [3 More Money Lessons I Learned by Age 40]( - [The Best Reward Cards for Students]( - [Build a Better Portfolio for 2022 -- Sign Up for Kiplinger's Free Investing E-Newsletters]( ABOUT KIPLINGER When we write about money, we get it right. So the decisions you make with your dollars are also right. Since 1920, Kiplinger has earned a reputation as 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’s Personal Finance magazine, The Kiplinger Letter, The Kiplinger Tax Letter, Kiplinger’s Retirement Report, and Kiplinger’s 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]( and [podcasts]( 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](concat('mailto:',$brief_feedback_email)) | [ADVERTISE]( Future US LLC © 1100 13th St. NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20005