Historical U.S. Inflation Rate by Year, Spending Category, and Region

The 12-month rate of inflation as of April 2026 is 3.8%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Energy inflation spiked to 17.9% as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely clos ...

Inflation Just Hit 3.8%, and It's Becoming Kevin Warsh's Biggest Test as Fed Chair.

Hot consumer prices and a wholesale inflation print at a three-year high have set up an uncomfortable handoff at the central ...

Fed officials double down on blunt rate-cut warning as Kevin Warsh takes over Chair role

Newly released FOMC minutes signal stronger-than-expected concern about inflation and possible rate hikes as Kevin Warsh prepares to lead the Federal Reserve.

Yikes! The Federal Reserve's May Inflation Forecast Is In, and It Has Big Implications for Social Security's 2027 COLA.

A history-making raise may be on the way for Social Security beneficiaries next year -- but this is far from the full story.

Inflation’s Second Wave – Is History Really Repeating Itself?

Even at today’s US$110/bbl, oil prices in real terms are well below late-70s levels – particularly if you’re adjusting for ...
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US inflation will soar to 4.2% if Iran war drags on, says OECD

The OECD on Thursday issued a somber warning about the economic impact of the Iran war if it drags on, saying inflation could reach a painful 4.2% in the US this year. “The breadth and duration of the ...