It incorporates about 29% of the U.S. population. The CPI weighs certain spending categories more than others, based on what people are spending their money on: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ...

It may be a new year, but the inflation data is all too familiar. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers from the U.S.

Inflation is proving stickier than expected, which could cause Fed to hit pause button on more interest rate cuts.

energy and food are two of the most volatile categories and can exhibit wild swings because of factors considered one-time in nature. Excluding energy and food, the closely watched core CPI gauge ...

Reviewed by Somer Anderson The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is the most widely used metric for consumer inflation changes over ...

WASHINGTON — After two straight years of sharp gains, the upward momentum slowed in the Consumer Price Index for baked foods and cereal products. The index increased 0.5% in 2024, which followed gains ...