What is the Consumer Price Index and why is it important?
May 17, 2022 · The Consumer Price Index (CPI) records the price of a range of goods and services to keep track of inflation. CPIs continue to rise in many countries.
Past and present inflation are more similar than you think
Jun 28, 2022 · With inflation currently high in the US and globally, economists are examining other periods in the history of its use for comparisons and learnings.
Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) | World Economic Forum
Dec 17, 2025 · Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) is an analysis and advisory organization with deep expertise in finance and policy. Its mission is to help governments, businesses and financial …
See how US inflation rates have changed since 2020
May 31, 2023 · The inflation rate in the US has been on the rise in recent years, reaching a high of 8.3% in 2022. This chart illustrates the rise of inflation for 2020-23.
Chief economists look ahead to 'particularly complex' year of tariffs ...
Jan 16, 2025 · Chief economists from around the world offered up their unique insights on what 2025 holds in store. In short: potentially prohibitive tariffs, rising tensions, and further fragmentation.
Discover this week's must-read finance and economy stories | World ...
Aug 9, 2024 · This weekly round-up brings you the latest news from the world of economics and finance. Top economy stories: US recession fears abate as jobless claims fall; China's unexpected CPI rise; …
Discover this week's must-read trade stories | World Economic Forum
Nov 13, 2024 · Top international trade stories: Post-US election global trade predictions; Implications for trade with Latin America; Italy warns against worsening protectionism.
In charts: 7 global shifts defining 2025 so far | World Economic Forum
Aug 5, 2025 · 2025 has been marked by significant global shifts, including increased geopolitical instability, the accelerating impact of AI and a changing labour market.
What to expect from inflation in 2024: Kristalina Georgieva | World ...
Jan 18, 2024 · In the US, for example, CPI inflation — which measures the change in the prices of a typical basket of goods and services — fell from 6.5% in December 2022 to 3.4% in December 2023. …
What is inflation and how does it affect consumers?
Nov 2, 2022 · Inflation pressures are more persistent than previously anticipated, but what is the inflation rate, how is it calculated and how can we rein it in?