Inflation will be in the crosshairs Wednesday as investors digest the latest Consumer Price Index. The reading may be one more sign that inflation remains a problem that isn't going away. It's a tricky situation for investors looking for protection, but there are some good ways to get it. Treasury Inflation-Protected securities (TIPS) are one option with "real" yields now at multi-decade highs. Beyond TIPS, analysts suggest commodities, infrastructure, and other assets that can hedge against rising prices. While inflation is down sharply from its 9.1% peak in 2022 — a supply shock due to the Covid pandemic — it's still well above the Federal Reserve's 2% target. The headline Consumer Price Index is expected to hit 3.
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