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September data shows they were still higher than a year earlier, though.

Laurie Stewart, CEO of Sound Community Bank in Seattle, says she's seen a "real uptick in demand for deposits."

There's still a long way to go in easing prices, but some economists think inflation has peaked.

The central bank watches for signs of wage inflation because it can drive price inflation.

Employers keep looking for workers to meet consumer demand, though there are signs the labor market may cool down.

The Federal Reserve pumped up its benchmark interest rate Wednesday by three-quarters of a point for a fourth straight time but hinted that it could soon reduce the size of its rate hikes.

Though the Federal Reserve's actions are being felt throughout the economy, stabilizing prices could take 12 to 18 months.

The ups and downs of the stock market don't always predict the future of the economy. But stocks can give us some clues about where investors think the economy is headed.

JOLTS numbers can tell us about demand for workers. But the data doesn't say how hard employers are trying to hire somebody.

Reports from banks like JPMorgan and consumer companies like PepsiCo can reveal spending trends and signal what businesses see coming.