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Retirees cutting back, taking part-time jobs to beat inflation

With the volatile stock market, financial planners are dealing with nervous clients — some who are delaying retirement because of current conditions.

Thinking of retiring? Here's a checklist to see if you're ready

Ameriprise financial planner Lisa Tuttle advises checklist tips to weather inflation and a market downturn.

There's talk about recession. What should you believe?

This spring, speculation abounds that another recession is around the corner, maybe late this year or next year.

Greed or good business? Food company profits over past year

Some big food and beverage companies have pushed up profit margins along with price increases, while others are just passing along the increased cost of doing business.

Trying to fight inflation? Experts offer age-based tips

Financial advisers have a bag of tricks to help consumers cut back on household budgets.

High fuel costs threaten Minnesota economy

Any damage to consumers and businesses depends on how long oil prices remain elevated.

St. Anthony: 'Strained' Minnesota economy facing many challenges, professor warns

Economist Louis Johnston worries the disruption caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, on top of supply-side challenges from the pandemic, is likely to have short-term consequences for Minnesota families.

Today's inflation jolt hides the long-term strain of costs of services on Minnesotans' wallets

Big increases on meat and gas feel bad now, but hikes in costs of services have been far greater over time.

Costs for gasoline, heating gas, electricity are all going up — here's why

The U.S. Consumer Price Index was up 7.5% in January — a 40-year record.

As pandemic wanes, inflation changes lives of Minnesotans

The jump in consumer goods prices is forcing people to make huge adjustments — two years after the onset of the pandemic did: "We've had two years of uncertainty, loss, anxiety and fear and now inflation, too."

The latest supply chain casualty? Your favorite six-pack of beer

Brewers have largely absorbed the ballooning expenses for their ingredients, but as the supply chain woes persist, consumers will start paying more for their beer.

How inflation in the Twin Cities compares with the record U.S. rate

Food and energy are among the biggest hits to metro residents' budgets.

Inflation hits smaller cities, rural areas harder than Twin Cities

Less-populated areas of the Midwest are seeing prices rise faster than urban areas and the coasts.

Don't know much about inflation? Here are some answers to key questions

Rising prices are an important ingredient in a healthy economy, but it's tricky to get inflation just right.

Minneapolis Fed's Kashkari: Inflation is a focus, but not a worry

The Fed walks a fine line as it tries to reduce inflation without starting a recession, Kashkari says.

Will price inflation push consumers to turn to store brands?

Food consumers are loyal to the brands they love, but higher prices may soon tip them to pick cheaper alternatives.

How to lower your grocery costs when prices are soaring

Even with high inflation, there are plenty of ways to save money on your next trip to the grocer.

How have you adjusted your life to rising inflation?

As inflation continues to rise to levels we haven't seen in decades, the Star Tribune would like to know how you have responded to increased…