Inflation rises during April but continues to cool

All items index increased 4.9 percent for the 12 months ending April, the smallest 12-month increase since the period ending April 2021, according to the Consumer Price Index Summary. Continue reading

Housing costs remain stubbornly high despite relief on food, energy

The U.S. Consumer Price Index cooled to 5 percent in March compared to a year ago, but remained elevated overall despite efforts from the Federal Reserve to curb inflation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Continue reading

Housing singled out as largest contributor to inflation: Economists

Housing costs were the biggest contributor to inflation in January, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Increased food and energy costs were smaller by comparison. Continue reading