Inflation, Fed, Share PricesInflation higher than dreamed several months ago, US consumers=voters complaining and fearful, Fed being driven to quench inflation almost to the point of ignoring consequences. Those same voters complaining bitterly about gasoline prices. It appears that the US government and Fed will increase interest rates per 'shock and awe' and reportedly may impose profit caps on O&G. If you see an exit from the stock market by the hedge funds and investment banks, run for the hills. It won't matter if there are wonderful opportunities to buy distressed O&G properties for a pittance.