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Prices rise 0.4%, more than experts expected

Rates in Mass., among top in US, outpace inflation

Consumer inflation remains stubbornly high, affecting economy broadly

Midterm election arrives for nation grappling with concerns over inflation, Iran war

Rate-setting panel nods subtly toward another increase, with eye on inflation

Iran conflict pushes CPI to 3.7% Blow for Trump bid to ease pressure Bets on rate rises surge

Wage Growth Muted, Complicating Effort by Trump to Sell Voters on Economy

Labor Dept. releases last report before midterms

Tariffs, war and an investment boom have complicated economic promises

Trump attempts to placate inflation-weary voters

Even as state money ticks up, the cost of living is rising faster — and teachers are feeling the pinch.

‘Timelier return’ to 2% inflation needed, Warsh says, hiking benchmark for first time since 2023

First quarter-point uplift since 2023 War-driven inflation unnerves FOMC

President's choice for chair says inflation is 'too high'

FIRST IN THREE YEARS Trump Urges Cut as New Chairman Tries to Put a Lid on Inflation

“The plain fact is that inflation is too high and has been for too long,” Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said while announcing the quarter-point increase.

QUARTER-POINT HIKE TO BATTLE INFLATION

Key global gauge at fraught level First time since 2023 Oil price climbs Bets on Fed rate rise

Stubborn inflation is shrinking chairman’s options, but he risks antagonizing Trump

New chair Warsh faces pressure from Trump to not hike rates despite inflation

US 30-year yield soars Saudi output falls Crude at $107 a barrel Trump in $1tn vote pledge

With inflation increasing costs, businesses face difficult options.

Fed rate decision, inflation return to focus in a season that is often volatile

A hiring burst in August puts the focus squarely back on inflation.

WORRY OVER INFLATION

Key speech at Jackson Hole expected ● Fed chair's style criticised ● New tariffs trigger inflation fears

Sell-off persists despite intervention • Debt pile and inflation stoke anxiety

Consumer spending is main engine of economy

AI bonds surge fuels sell-off ● Public debt under strain ● Fallout for equities ● Oil's rise dims outlook

Poll reveals rising discontent ● Inflation hits hard ● Wages on slide ● Sentiment near record low

Annual inflation rate cools, but paychecks may not be keeping up

Tame reading, aided by gasoline prices, gives Fed less cause to raise interest rates

Tehran moves to becoming a ‘survival’ economy as inflation rises, oil exports fall

Monthly readings take on outsize import after Warsh's tough talk on prices

Results have helped ease worries about AI spending, inflation, powering stocks

Bank chief retains stripped-back style • Doubts over credibility on inflation

Tokyo confirms Washington help • Ailing currency poses inflation risk

Central bank defies markets ● Inflation threat from energy costs ● Trump vows ‘beating’ for Tehran

Dissenters back a rate increase amid elevated inflation; stocks fall sharply

Pressed to Nip Inflation Amid War and Tariffs

Inflation was easing. Then he amped up war, tariffs.

Crude hits levels that could rev inflation, pressuring GOP ahead of midterms

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Much of the progress could be reversed if renewed fighting in the Mideast worsens.

Prices face more upward pressure in July as the U.S.-Iran conflict intensifies

One pantry struggles to afford frozen meat, sees plastic bag prices go up.

President rings the opening bells as inflation hurts his approval rating on the economy.

The Consumer Price Index showed its highest increase since May 2023.

Drought, inflation, shrinking herds reshaping Texas cattle country

Tampa Bay youth grapple with AI and inflation in the job market.

New Fed chief does away with ‘forward guidance’ on plans

But signs point to a hike later in year under Fed led by Warsh

Crude prices tumble ● Plan to reopen key strait ● Inflation fears ease ● Deal to be signed on Friday

Price pressures at 3-year high ● Fuel costs biggest factor ● Wider economy at risk ● Midterms loom

Trump launches strikes against Iran, vows more

Drawn-Out Conflict Is Driving Inflation

The Consumer Price Index rose 4.2% in May amid a jump in energy prices.

Consumer prices rise 4.2% as the U.S.’s war with Iran drives energy costs higher

Price index jumps 4.2% in May amid a spike in energy costs

Wall Street is tested by inflation reading, flood of new shares; ‘classic bubble stuff’

Override losses, inflation force cuts ahead of fiscal year

Trump is facing new warnings, adding to his midterm challenges.

Households’ budget woes worsen, research reveals

Companies roll out smaller and cheaper packages as inflation frustrates consumers

He faces surging inflation, a divided board, and questions about his independence from President Trump.

Americans still expect to take trips but opt for cheaper ones amid inflationary pressures.

Supermarket bosses and experts round on ‘unsustainable’ plan to curb inflation

Retail sector decries '1970s-style' policy as Labour attempts to combat surging inflation

But Trump’s hoped-for rate cuts seen as unlikely with inflation on march

Consumer prices rise 3.8% ● Fuel bills soaring ● Peace deal hopes fade ● Pressure piled on Trump

Gas prices have surged as the Iran conflict ripples through the economy, raising April inflation 3.8% from 2025.

Prices took biggest jump in three years, with gasoline, coffee particular pain points

Higher energy, oil costs drive 3.8% rise in April.

Consumer price index jumps 3.8%, with groceries up 0.7% since March.

3.8% INFLATION PACE HIGHEST SINCE 2023

Higher prices pose test for Fed ● Struggle to reach 2% target ● Inflation erodes Trump support, poll shows

Energy shock spurs inflation pressure

Crude closes in on $120 a barrel ● Inflation fears hit European bonds ● Fed holds rates amid turmoil

Oil disruptions, fuel inflation could spur broad recession, it says.

U.S. Cuts Lifeline as Tehran Bets on Risk of High Inflation in Election Year

Consumer price index shows a 3.3% jump as Americans are paying 40% more for gas.