Inflation and volatility effect a possible November rate hike, opportunity cost decisions and lifestyle choices, and political risk, notes Alan E. Becker. He discusses takeaways from Apple’s (AAPL) “Wonderlust” event, as well as economic factors investors should be watching. He previews the FOMC meeting which will take place September 19-20th. He talks about how political and labor concerns are mounting and the auto strike impact could be in the billions. He highlights that investors should budget offset for inflation and have forward thinking on spending habits. Tune in to find out more about the stock market today.