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U.S. Consumer Prices Edge up 0.2% in April
The Economy

U.S. Consumer Prices Edge up 0.2% in April

The steady rise in inflation may make it less likely that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates more aggressively.
By Matthew Heller | May 11, 2018
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U.S. Consumer Prices Rise 0.2% in February
The Economy

U.S. Consumer Prices Rise 0.2% in February

After the CPI gained 0.5% in January, a 0.9% decline in gasoline prices helped keep inflation in check last month.
By Matthew Heller | March 14, 2018
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Gas Prices Drive 0.5% CPI Gain in September
The Economy

Gas Prices Drive 0.5% CPI Gain in September

The recent mini-surge in consumer prices may ease as oil refineries resume normal service after the disruptions of Hurricane Harvey.
By Matthew Heller | October 16, 2017
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Consumer Prices Rise for Third Straight Month
The Economy

Consumer Prices Rise for Third Straight Month

Core consumer prices increased 0.4% in May, pushed up by high rents for primary residences, said the Labor Department.
By Matthew Heller | June 17, 2016
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Pumped: CPI Lifted by Gas Prices
The Economy

Pumped: CPI Lifted by Gas Prices

Energy prices rose 3.4%, including an 8.1% increase in the amount consumers paid for gasoline.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | May 17, 2016
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Core U.S. Consumer Prices Rise 0.3%
The Economy

Core U.S. Consumer Prices Rise 0.3%

The prices of medical care, rentals, apparel, and motor vehicles boosted consumer prices in January.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 19, 2016
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Gasoline Leads Rise in Consumer Prices
The Economy

Gasoline Leads Rise in Consumer Prices

The U.S. Consumer Price Index jumped 0.4% in May, the largest increase in two years.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | June 18, 2015
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