As Trump finishes the first year of his second term — having won the presidency on a pledge to " get the prices down " — the picture on inflation is more nuanced than he or his critics acknowledge.

They point to midterm elections, persistent economic concerns and lasting institutional strains as key factors. Their ...

Inflation hasn’t “stopped.” Consumer prices are up during this presidential term, not “down.” Grocery prices are rising, not starting to fall “rapidly.” US businesses and consumers, not China, pay US ...

Inflation hasn't gone away. CPI likely to show sticky prices and delay next Fed interest-rate cut. A shopper visits the Lincoln Road Shopping District in Miami, a few days before Christmas. Holiday ...

Even when market forces eventually push prices down, the clock is rarely fully wound back and wages often fail to keep pace ...

Explore how inflation affects economic recovery, from employment rates to borrowing costs, and understand its potential ...

Inflation continues to push up prices in less obvious categories such as utilities, furniture, health care, and financial services, according to recent CPI and PCE data.

WASHINGTON (AP) — At a time when Americans are frustrated and angry over the high cost of living, the government released a report Thursday showing that inflation had cooled unexpectedly in November.

WASHINGTON (AP) — At a time when Americans are frustrated and angry over the high cost of living, the government released a report Thursday showing that inflation had cooled unexpectedly in November.

The latest Consumer Price Index was below what economists had expected and likely reflects what they called distortions caused by the government shutdown. Note: Data for October 2025 is missing ...

Inflation remained elevated in November at a level well above the Federal Reserve's target rate as policymakers weigh potential interest rate cuts next year. The Bureau of Labor Statistics said on ...

WASHINGTON, Dec 18 (Reuters) - U.S. consumer prices likely increased by the most in 1-1/2 years in the year to November, economists predicted, which would underscore the worsening affordability ...