US consumer inflation increases at fastest pace in nearly 1-1/2 years in January
Americans are facing higher costs. Trump was elected on promises to lower prices for inflation-weary consumers and high inflation could imperil his agenda.
Why U.S. Consumer Prices Increased More Than Expected in January
U.S. consumer prices increased more than expected in January, reinforcing the Federal Reserve’s message that it was in no rush to resume cutting interest rates amid growing uncertainty over the economy.
Inflation rises as consumer prices surge in January
January's Consumer Price Index shows a significant increase, with economists concerned about future price hikes.
US consumer prices post largest increase in nearly 1-1/2 years in January
U.S. consumer prices increased by the most in nearly 1-1/2 years in January, with Americans facing higher costs for housing and food, reinforcing the Federal Reserve's message that it was in no rush to resume cutting interest rates amid growing uncertainty over the economy.
Key takeaways from January's consumer price index report
The latest CPI report reveals a 3% increase in prices compared to last year, with eggs being just one of the many items seeing higher costs. CBS News Moneywatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down the key takeaways from the report.
Did prices jump in January? Inflation report will provide latest update on consumer costs
On Wednesday the Labor Department is expected to report that in January the consumer price index rose 2.9% from a year ago, according to economists surveyed by FactSet. If accurate, it would be unchanged from December and up from a 3 1/2 year low of 2.4% in September.
Consumer price report Wednesday expected to show inflation isn't going away
Another month, another expected miss for inflation as it relates to the Fed’s goal, with concerns aplenty about what happens from here.
US import prices rise moderately in January
U.S. import prices increased slightly less than expected in January as a surge in the cost of fuels was partially offset by decreases in the prices of motor vehicles and consumer goods, offering some hope in the fight against inflation.
Inflation Higher Than Expected in January
Consumers are seeing no relief from high prices as shelter, transportation and food costs drove inflation in January.
Dollar gains on yen as consumer prices rise more than expected
The U.S. dollar jumped to a one-week high against the Japanese yen on Wednesday after data showed that consumer prices rose more than economists expected in January, raising the likelihood that the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates higher for longer as it battles to bring down price pressures.
Dollar jumps as consumer prices rise more than expected
The U.S. dollar jumped on Wednesday after data showed that consumer prices rose more than economists expected in January, raising the likelihood that the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates higher for longer as it battles to bring down price pressures.
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CPI report: January inflation data complicates Fed plans as soaring egg, energy costs push consumer prices higher
January's Consumer Price Index will serve as the latest test of whether inflation pressures have eased further.
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Egg prices spike, other food costs rise in newly released consumer data
The cost of food rose in January by 0.4% with eggs seeing the biggest price hike they've seen in nearly 10 years, according ...
U.S. inflation heats up to 3% in January, largest jump in nearly a year and a half
Michael Lee Strategy founder Michael Lee discusses the January CPI report and DOGE's effort to slash government spending on ...