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"It's just a matter of time before we're talking about a cost-of-living crisis," economist Mohamed El-Erian told CNBC on Wednesday after the April CPI report.

Laurence "Larry" Fink, chairman and chief executive officer of BlackRock Inc., pauses as he speaks during the BlackRock Asia Media Forum in Hong Kong, China. Justin Chin | Bloomberg | Getty Images BlackRock, the largest asset manager in the world, said it will likely vote to support

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The Dallas Federal Reserve has named a new president to succeed its former one, who resigned last year amid a controversy over stock trading. Lorie K. Logan will serve as head of the central bank branch, according to an announcement Wednesday. Central bank watchers know Logan's name

In this article PTON A Peloton stationary bike for sale at the company's showroom in Dedham, Massachusetts, U.S., on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. Adam Glanzman | Bloomberg | Getty Images Peloton's goodwill took a $182 million hit in its previous fiscal quarter as inventory levels ballooned and consumer demand

In this article DNUT REAL RBLX COIN An attendee tries out a Electronic Arts video game during the annual Studio Showcase media event at the company's headquarters in Redwood City, California. Tony Avelar | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines in midday trading. Unity Software -- The stock plunged

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