Author: Medora Lee, USA TODAY

Stagflation and recession are buzz words, but what do those mean and what are the odds of each? What does that mean for me and how should I prepare?

Despite high inflation, plunging stocks, and talk of a recession, experts say there are still some stocks that can earn you a return.

High oil prices are usually blamed for record gas prices, but there’s also a refinery shortage. More oil’s meaningless if we can’t convert it to gas.

Consumers struggling to keep pace with inflation are leaning on credit cards and loans to stay afloat. But at what price down the line?

More record pain at the pump is expected. EU’s plan to ban Russian oil means less oil and gas supply, while China’s demand will rise out of lockdown.

Inflation’s outsized presence at this year’s Memorial Day BBQ makes consumers cut back, use more coupons, shop sales or skip celebrating altogether.

Jerome Powell’s words suggest the Fed is growing less certain it can avoid recession, triggering a sell-off that has sent S&P 500 into a bear market.

Consumer spending is quickly shifting, prompting swift action by retailers like Target to switch up its inventory and take cost-cutting measures.

Parents will soon be able to invest in bitcoin for their kids’ investment account or spend on their credit cards to earn cash-back for college funds.