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Import prices rose more slowly in February. That could help bring down inflation.
by
Justin Ho
Mar 15, 2024
The Labor Department reported that the price of imported goods rose 0.3% in February compared to 0.8% the month before.
Inflation falls, but not as much as expected
by
Matt Levin
Feb 13, 2024
The CPI rose 3.1% in January compared to a year ago.
When an item costs more but you still need it? That's "inelastic demand."
Feb 13, 2024
Despite inflation, people still buy as much food, medicine, gasoline — even coffee.
How are health insurance costs reflected in inflation calculations?
Nov 13, 2023
To make the CPI’s health care component more accurate, the Bureau of Labor Statistics changed how it uses health insurance data.
What’s the difference between CPI and PCE?
Oct 27, 2023
The consumer price index and the personal consumption expenditures price index measure the changing cost of different baskets of goods.
Would-be used-car buyers could be in for a rude awakening on dealers' lots
by
Henry Epp
Oct 12, 2023
While prices slipped last month, they're still significantly higher than before the pandemic — and headed higher.
Inflation rates have been a little stuck lately. Is that a bad thing?
Oct 12, 2023
Waiting it out might just be part of the journey to cool inflation.
For public good, not for profit.
Uptick in gas prices could threaten consumers' confidence
Aug 10, 2023
Inflation at the pump is in the pipeline for August. It would likely show up right before the Fed’s September interest rate meeting.
Why year-over-year inflation changes aren’t a great indicator of today’s inflation
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Justin Ho
Aug 9, 2023
Year-over-year inflation figures grab a lot of attention when the Labor Department reports its monthly consumer price index. But those 12-month figures can gloss over the recent slowdown in inflation.
Why have car repairs gotten so expensive?
Aug 7, 2023
The cost of car maintenance and repair is rising much faster than inflation.