US inflation cooled in February, but Trump’s tariff plans and trade war loom
Inflation slowed more than expected in February and cooled for the first time in four months, but that progress may be short lived as President Donald Trump ramps up his trade war, which threatens to increase prices for Americans.
Inflation cooled more than expected in February
Inflation, as measured by the consumer price index, slowed more than expected in February. The CPI increased 2.8% from a year ago.
Inflation eased in February, but trade war threatens higher prices
The latest snapshot of ongoing inflation comes amid a new wave of tariffs of 25 percent on steel and aluminum imports, which economists say could raise prices and weigh down the e
UK public inflation expectations surged in February, BoE survey shows
The British public's expectations for inflation in the long run rose in February to their highest level in more than five years, according to a Bank of England survey on Friday that is likely to underscore its cautious approach to cutting interest rates.
Inflation eases more than expected in February but Trump tariffs loom
Inflation eased more than expected in February, according to the consumer price index. Trump's tariffs are likely to propel prices higher
February CPI inflation rises 0.2%, lower than expected
February inflation measured by the Consumer Price Index Wednesday was 2.8% annually and was up a lower than expected 0.2% for the month, seasonally adjusted.
Inflation Better-Than-Expected 2.8% In February—But Still High, As Trump’s Tariffs Linger
But Trump’s tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods will add a full percentage point to CPI inflation this year, according to JPMorgan Chase.
U.S. Inflation Eased More Than Expected in February
Economists are bracing for intensifying price pressures and slower growth, posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve.
Inflation slowed slightly to 2.8% in February ahead of Federal Reserve meeting
The Labor Department on Wednesday released the consumer price index for February, which found inflation was 2.8%, slower than ...
Inflation rate rose by 2.8% in February, CPI report shows. Here's what that means for price relief.
The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than ...
German inflation sinks to 2.6% in February
German inflation fell to 2.6% in February, the federal statistics office said on Friday, revising down preliminary data.
What the February Inflation Report Means for the Fed
Inflation came in cooler for February. That could give Federal Reserve officials extra confidence that price pressures were ...
US wholesale inflation substantially slowed in February
The Producer Price Index, a wholesale inflation gauge that is being closely watched for tariff-related impacts, showed that price hikes slowed substantially in February.
S&P 500 confirms correction from February high as tariffs weigh
The S&P 500 dipped 1.4% on Thursday, leaving it down 10.1% from its record high close on February 19 and confirming the ...