picked up to 0.71% YoY in November from 0.25% in October, driven by persistent food price deflation and weak core inflation. Most economists said headline inflation appears to have bottomed out in October on account of lower food prices and one-time GST cut adjustment and expect it to inch up but will be below RBI’s 4% medium-term target. RBI has cut the repo rate by 125 bps since the easing cycle began in February stating that it is to support growth as inflation remained benign.WHY A PAUSE NOW? , on the ...

Core Insights - 2026 is expected to be financially challenging for many older Americans, prompting consideration of part-time work to improve financial situations [1] Social Security Benefits - In 2026, Social Security benefits will receive a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), increasing the average retirement benefit from $2,015 to $2,071, which may not significantly alleviate financial struggles for those reliant on these benefits [2][3] Medicare Costs - Medicare costs are set to rise in 2026, with the standard monthly Part B premium increasing from $185 to $202.90, which will reduce the impact of the COLA for those paying premiums from their Social Security checks [4] - The annual deductible for Medicare Part B will increase to $283 from $257 in 2025, while the inpatient deductible for Part A will rise to $1,736 from $1,676 [5] - Daily coinsurance rates for hospital stays and skilled nursing facilities will also see increases, with rates going from $419 to $434 and from $209.50 to $217, respectively [5][6] Financial Concerns - Factors such as a modest Social Security COLA, rising Medicare costs, and ongoing inflation contribute to financial worries for older Americans, making part-time work a viable option to enhance income [7] - Those without a Medigap plan may face significant healthcare costs and should consider returning to work to bolster their financial security [8]

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Group 1 - The U.S. jobs report for November is expected to show a decline of 35,000 jobs added, indicating potential labor market weakening that could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision [1][2] - The Bank of Japan is anticipated to raise rates on December 19th, with expectations of at least one additional quarter-point increase to 1% next year, potentially marking the terminal rate for this cycle [3][4] - The European Central Bank (ECB) is likely to keep rates unchanged at 2% during its upcoming meeting, but market expectations for a future rate hike have increased following positive growth and inflation data [6][7] Group 2 - The Bank of England is expected to cut its policy rate to 3.75% from 4.0% in December, with a 90% chance of this outcome according to market pricing [8][9] - European Union leaders are discussing the use of approximately 210 billion euros ($245 billion) of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, which could have significant implications for Western investors [10][11][12] Group 3 - For Q4 2025, total S&P 500 earnings are projected to increase by 6.9% year-over-year, driven by a 7.7% rise in revenues, with the Tech sector being a major growth contributor [31][32] - The earnings growth for the 'Magnificent 7' companies is expected to rise by 16.6% from the previous year, while excluding these companies, the rest of the index would see only a 3.4% increase [33]

Core Viewpoint - The Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Myron dissented at the recent Fed meeting, advocating for steeper rate cuts due to concerns about tight monetary policy and its potential negative impact on the labor market and unemployment rates [1][2][4]. Inflation Analysis - Myron believes that underlying inflation is closer to the Fed's target than reported, arguing that the current inflation metrics are distorted by measurement quirks, particularly in the housing market and imputed prices for non-market services [3][5][8]. - He highlights that housing inflation is lagging due to the way rents are calculated, which does not reflect current market conditions, and anticipates a downward convergence in inflation as market rents have been growing at about a 1% rate for several years [6][7][14]. - Myron points out that portfolio management fees have contributed significantly to inflation metrics, despite being in a long-term downward trend, suggesting that these measurement issues should not dictate monetary policy [9][11][32]. Labor Market Concerns - The labor market is showing signs of weakness, with the unemployment rate ticking up, but Myron argues that the overall labor market remains in a good place and is not under severe stress [22][24][34]. - He emphasizes the need for the Fed to focus on employment rather than economic growth, as Congress has directed, and expresses concern that maintaining tight policy could lead to a weaker labor market in the future [22][27]. Monetary Policy Outlook - Myron advocates for a forward-looking monetary policy approach, suggesting that the Fed should make decisions based on forecasts rather than solely on current data, due to the inherent lags in monetary policy effects [58]. - He expresses that if the current trajectory of inflation and the labor market continues, the Fed could face significant challenges by 2027 if policy remains too tight [27][25]. Market Reactions - Myron acknowledges that while the Fed is cutting rates, market rates, particularly long-term rates, have not reflected these cuts, keeping mortgage rates high [35][36]. - He anticipates that long-term rates will eventually decline alongside short-term rates, despite some skepticism in the market regarding the impact of rate cuts [37][38].

>> WELCOME BACK. OUR NEXT GUEST ISSUED A DISSENTING VOTE AT LAST WEEK'S BIG FED MEETING, PUSHING FOR EVEN STEEPER RATE CUTS. JOINING US HERE AT POST NINE IN A CNBC EXCLUSIVE IS FEDERAL RESERVE GOVERNOR STEPHEN MYRON.GOVERNOR, IT'S GREAT TO HAVE YOU BACK AT POST NINE. WELCOME. >> GOOD DAY.THANKS FOR HAVING ME BACK. >> SO I KNOW YOU JUST GAVE THIS BIG SPEECH AT COLUMBIA ABOUT INFLATION. AND BEFORE WE DIVE INTO THAT, MAYBE YOU COULD JUST EXPLAIN WHY YOU DISSENTED FOR EVEN SHARPER RATE CUTS WHEN SOME OF YOUR CO ...