Chris Phelan/Wealth of Geeks Inflation has taken over nearly every aspect of U.S. consumerism, and gas prices are no exception. The average price of a gallon of gas in the U.S. is at an all-time high of $4.43, significantly above the previous record of $4.11 set in 2008. Certain parts of the country are experiencing even higher prices: drivers in …

By STAN CHOE and ALEX VEIGA AP Business Writers NEW YORK (AP) — Technology companies led stocks broadly higher on Wall Street Tuesday, as oil prices slid sharply for the second day and inflation worries ebbed. The market rally came a day ahead of the Federal Reserve’s highly anticipated interest rate policy update. The S&P 500 rose 2.1%, ending a …