The stock market had a bumpy week! Some stocks went down, while others went up. This is because people are worried about the economy and inflation (prices going up).
- Big companies' stocks went down quite a bit.
- Some investors are concerned about stagflation (slow growth and high inflation).
- Important inflation reports are coming out soon. These reports will tell us how much prices are rising.
- President Trump's trade actions might affect the economy.
- Even some airlines are struggling because of economic uncertainty.
| Report | Date | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Price Index (CPI) | Wednesday | Shows how much everyday things cost. |
| Producer Price Index (PPI) | Thursday | Shows how much it costs businesses to make things. |
