US stocks soar over 2% after September’s higher than expected inflation report sparks wild turnaround

Drew Angerer/Getty Images US stocks surged more than 2% in a wild trading session after September’s CPI report doubled expectations at 0.4% month-over-month.The September inflation report poured cold water on hopes that the Fed will pivot away from its interest rate hikes anytime soon.Fed Fund Futures are now pricing in a 75 basis point rate…

Why Oboes Are So Expensive

A high-end professional oboe can cost almost $14,000. The price of the oboe is reflective of how complex the keywork is.  The rare African blackwood is often the base wood for oboes, and it’s at risk of endangerment. A specialized woodwind with a wistful yet powerful tone, the oboe is one of the most expensive…