Economists forecast the CPI to rise 0.2% in May after rising by the same amount in April. The goods data will be closely watched for early signs of tariff-driven inflation, with larger impacts expected in the months ahead. The Federal Reserve is widely ...

WASHINGTON -- Inflation cooled for the third straight month in April even after some of President Donald Trump's tariffs took effect, though economists and many business owners expect inflation will climb by this summer. Consumer prices rose 2.3% in April ...

Inflation remains one of the most pressing economic concerns for Americans because it affects the cost of living, including everything from gas to groceries. With the annual inflation rate in the U.S. climbing back up to 3% in September 2025, many wonder ...

Consumer-price index is up 2.7% in past year - and climbing The numbers: Consumer prices in June posted the biggest increase since the beginning of the year and are likely to keep the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates later this month, but there ...

Explore the effects of cost-push and demand-pull inflation on supply, demand, and prices. Learn the causes and key differences to better understand economic impacts.

Retail inflation inched up by 47 basis points in Feb, largely led by an increase in food & beverages and personal care & effects in.

Iran War Impact: The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted energy markets and pushed crude oil prices above $100 a barrel, raising concerns about both inflation and currency stability.

The war in Iran is pushing crude oil prices higher, and that could mean rising costs for gas, heating and even groceries.