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Share Podcast: Outlook on inflation and high food prices March 29, 2023 Inflation remains the hot topic as price pressures for consumers remain sticky in many categories – especially food prices. What did we learn from today’s CPI report? Did February continue January’s hotter trend for inflation? How could the Fed react to the latest inflation data? Senior Economist Ben Ayers and Economist Daniel Vielhaber provide their outlook on inflation with a focus on rising food prices. Listen now: Looking for more podcasts from Nationwide Economics? Find us however you listen below. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Soundcloud | iHeart | Spotify | Amazon | Google Podcasts Citations/Disclaimers The information in this report is provided by Nationwide Economics and is general in nature and not intended as investment or economic advice, or a recommendation to buy or sell any security or adopt any investment strategy. Additionally, it does not take into account any specific investment objectives, tax and financial condition or particular needs of any specific person. The economic and market forecasts reflect our opinion as of the date of this report and are subject to change without notice. These forecasts show a broad range of possible outcomes. Because they are subject to high levels of uncertainty, they will not reflect actual performance. We obtained certain information from sources deemed reliable, but we do not guarantee its accuracy, completeness or fairness. Nationwide, the Nationwide N and Eagle, and Nationwide is on your side are service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. © 2022 Nationwide Share
Industry trends Podcast: Outlook for the Housing Market March 3, 2023 Nationwide’s Ben Ayers and Daniel Vielhaber share their analysis of market conditions as we head into spring.
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Industry trends Reshaping personal lines through a predict-and-prevent mindset October 9, 2025 Casey Kempton, president of Personal Lines, calls on the industry to promote a predictive and preventive mindset.