Economic Intelligence - E.I.

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! Thanks to all who served and sacrificed!

05/12/2026

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/grocery-prices-jumped-more-in-april-than-they-had-in-nearly-four-years/ar-AA2324Tq?ocid=msedgntp&pc=HCTS&cvid=6a038cdde4d2440ab66c163d74d0687c&ei=26 Higher food prices, higher everything right now. If you live from paycheck-to-paycheck, being E.I. is paramount to your survival. Real talk!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day 2026!

05/05/2026

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2026/05/04/cinco-de-mayo-2026-deals/89892523007/ Happy Cinco de May! Take advantage of freebies today on food and drinks.

Who doesn't want a free burrito? Here's how to get that and more on Cinco de Mayo.

04/30/2026

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/annual-us-inflation-posts-biggest-gain-in-nearly-three-years-in-march/ar-AA226gR6?ocid=msedgntp&pc=HCTS&cvid=69f35d71870743f28b9b677364fc5bad&ei=19 Not surprisingly, U.S. Inflation is on the rise.

WASHINGTON, April 30(Reuters) - U.S. inflation accelerated in March as the Iran war raised gasoline prices, bolstering financial market expectations that the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates unchanged well into next year. The personal consumption expenditures price index jumped 0.7% last mo...

04/29/2026

According to a 2025 report from Realtor.com, an estimated 26.1% of U.S. homes are exposed to at least one type of severe or extreme weather risk. While you cannot control mother nature, you can do things to prevent significant damage to your home and property.

There are proactive measures you can take to help protect your home from extreme weather or storms, but it’s imperative to start the process before the storm season starts. To help prepare your home for wild weather, be sure to:

- Inspect and repair roof shingles and flashing

- Clean your gutters and downspouts

- Trim overhanging tree limbs and secure outdoor items

Check windows, doors, garages, sheds, and shutters to make sure they are properly sealed/reinforced.

If you live in a fire zone, keep roof surfaces and gutters free of flammable materials, such as pine needles, leaves, and branches.

04/23/2026

Stay Financially Focused Despite the Challenging U.S. Economic Status.

04/05/2026

Happy Resurrection Day! Praise be to the Jesus Christ the King!

04/01/2026

Happy National Financial Literacy Month 2026! Every year Financial Literacy Month is celebrated in April. The Financial Literacy Month is not only a celebration, but is a call-to-action. This is your opportunity to review your finances and gradually improve them. This month is also your opportunity to motivate others to increase their financial literacy and acumen.

The Financial Literacy Month was first recognized in the U.S. in April 2004 under President George W. Bush. This was done to highlight the importance of being financially literate and to make people learn about the ways and steps to help them budget and become responsible with money.

03/28/2026

Mark 8:36: "For what shall it profit a man if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?" It is okay to acquire wealth and possessions, but keep the main thing the main thing and that is to have a strong, real relationship with the Lord.