It goes without explaining at this point, that advisors and investors are keeping an extremely close eye on the trajectory of the Federal Reserve's ongoing fight against inflation. As of now, the battle certainly seems far from over.
Regardless of whether an investor is pursuing a short- or long-term financial goal, accounting for inflation's trajectory is always tricky. The latest inflation data emphasizes this truth.
With spring break fast approaching, many investors view this time of year with distinct travel goals in mind. Given that spring break is oftentimes viewed as an opportune moment for families to get out and travel, this shouldn't come as a particular surprise.