The Consumer Price Index is the most commonly used measure of inflation in the United States. The CPI for all items increased ...

David A. Steinberg is an associate professor of international political economy at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. His research focuses on the politics of international ...

The Consumer Price Index rose 2.6 percent in the year through October, a sign that inflation remains stubborn. The report serves as a reminder that the Federal Reserve still has work to do. 10 ...

After peaking in 2022 at 11% year on year, inflation across the rich world has steadily fallen. Until now. As central banks bring down interest rates, headline inflation across the rich world is ...

In a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, President Donald Trump said that the U.S. has "virtually no inflation" and that "grocery prices, energy prices, airfares, mortgage rates, ...

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 is now a major concern in the financial environment of today. It controls headlines and affects the economy at every level. Although the most obvious sign is increasing prices, the wider ...

Taylor Tompkins has worked for more than a decade as a journalist covering business, finance, and the economy. She has logged thousands of hours interviewing experts, analyzing data, and writing ...

The most basic measure of year-over-year inflation has risen on President Donald Trump’s watch. After stripping out historically volatile food and energy prices, the inflation rate under Trump has ...

From TIPS and I bonds to real assets and portfolio shifts, here are practical ways to protect your finances against inflation Some assets might perform better than others when it comes to protecting ...