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Virtual Townhall: Inflation - What Investors Need to Know

*Copper Leaf Financial is holding a free virtual townhall on Wednesday, September 14th: "Strategic Tax Planning for 2022 and Beyond" Wednesday, September 14th, 12-1pm ET Registration Link: https://lu.ma/m5uliqfw Guest:…

As investors most of us have not dealt with sustained inflation for more than 40 years. However, many economists, such as former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers are now worried about the heightened risk of or rising inflation caused by massive fiscal and monetary stimulus provided by the federal reserve. Our economy is already seeing signs of strong recovery and every day we see evidence of increased prices on items like washing machines, lumber and even used cars.

In March 2022, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), the most common measure of inflation, rose at an annual rate of 8.5%, the highest level since December 1981.1 It's not surprising…

Inflation rates continue to rise due to continued Supply Chain Shortages and the price of everyday essential items including gasoline are skyrocketing - with many paying more than $5.00 per gallon. The…