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CPI report shows inflation continued to climb in September, although at a cooler pace than forecast

Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted. Read More

Latest inflation data shows prices rose by fastest pace since January

The September CPI inflation report is likely to show that the cost of food, electricity and housing all continued to increase for Americans. Read More

What to know about the report.

The Consumer Price Index rose 3 percent from a year earlier, a slight acceleration. The report was delayed because of the government shutdown, and the White House said it was unlikely to release ... Read More

Consumer spending strong as Fed’s preferred inflation gauge rises 2.7% in August

Consumer spending came in strong even as the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge remained stubbornly high in August – though not enough to dash hopes for an interest rate cut next month. Personal ... Read More

Trump’s tariffs are driving a wedge through the US economy, further separating the haves from the have-nots

Americans ramped up their spending in August; however, their costs of living were on the rise as food and other goods became even more expensive last month and services prices remained stubbornly high ... Read More

U.S. consumer confidence declines again as Americans worry about inflation, job market

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. consumer confidence declined again in September as Americans’ pessimism over inflation and the weakening job market continued to grow. The Conference Board said Tuesday that its ... Read More