Consumer Price Index news and trends

Grocery Prices Surged in August, Pressuring Household Budgets
Economy // September 11, 2025

Inflation’s pace quickened in August, and in the key category of food — and specifically grocery prices — the pinch on the household budget has been palpable. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Inflation Holds Steady, But Everyday Costs Keep Climbing
Economy // August 12, 2025

Inflation’s steady, but the puts and takes of the July reading from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows there’s no real respite for households navigating a paycheck-to-paycheck existence. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Inflation Reignites as Businesses Pass Tariff Costs Onto Consumers
Economy // July 15, 2025

The tariffs are hitting home as businesses pass along higher costs to end customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Food, Shelter Costs Rise Despite Overall Inflation Cool Down
Economy // June 11, 2025

The latest reading on inflation shows an overall easing in the pace of price increases. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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January’s Inflation Shows Essential Expenses Erode Consumers’ Purchasing Power

February 12, 2025
It’s not just about the eggs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS and to the sharing of […]

Trending: eCommerce Spending Accelerates in November and Boosts Retail Sales

December 17, 2024
November’s consumer spending was buoyant, as eCommerce sales rebounded from a tepid pace in October. Chalk it up to the festive season, but there are signs that consumers are throttling...

Grocery and Shelter Costs Rise in November, Straining Consumer Budgets

December 11, 2024
The key takeaway from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) released Wednesday (Dec. 11) is that the pace of inflation pace quickened in November, as reported by the Bureau of Labor...

Latest CPI Data Finds Consumers Literally Spend More Bread to Buy Bread

October 10, 2024
In economics, there’s often a bifurcation when it comes to data — the difference between what the headlines tell us and what the wallet feels. Get the Full Story Complete...

Quick Reads
Ex-US Comptroller Says Time to Retire CPI Inflation Metric

September 22, 2025
For decades, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has measured the cost of living in America. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Merchandise Inflation Increases as Companies Feel Tariff Pain

June 08, 2025
American consumers likely saw somewhat faster inflation last month, especially for merchandise. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Producer Price Index of Wholesale Prices Drops for Third Month, Indicating Easing Inflation

January 12, 2024
The Producer Price Index (PPI) declined for a third consecutive month in December.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

JPMorgan CEO: Inflation Battle Isn’t Over Yet

November 15, 2023
The head of America’s biggest bank says it’s too soon to declare victory against inflation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...