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Economic Outlook Worries Traders

Updated 2026-05-14 19:35 UTC 2 sources Negative

Traders predict a high likelihood of stagflation by the end of 2026, as household budgets are squeezed by inflation. Meanwhile, restaurants are offering all-you-can-eat deals to attract customers.

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MarketWatch

All-you-can-eat deals are back at restaurants like Red Lobster and Applebee’s. Here’s how to get your money’s worth.

As inflation has tightened household budgets, several chain restaurants have brought back all-you-can-eat deals to drive foot traffic.

2026-05-14 19:24 UTC

CNBC

Nearly 40% chances of stagflation by end of 2026, traders say

Traders are not optimistic about the state of economy by the end of this year, placing high chances of stagflation, a mix of high inflation and unemployment.

2026-05-14 19:28 UTC