Wealth

The wealth of the 1% just hit a record $44 trillion

Martin Puddy | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesA version of this article first appeared in CNBC's Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox.The wealth of the top 1% hit a record $44.6 trillion at the...

Economy

Key Fed inflation gauge rose 2.8% annually in February, as expected

Inflation rose in line with expectations in February, likely keeping the Federal Reserve on hold before it can start considering interest rate cuts, according to a measure the central bank considers its more important barometer.The personal consumption expenditures price index excluding food and energy increased 2.8% on a 12-month basis...