Inflation rises 2.9% in December, in line with expectations
The Labor Department released the inflation report for December, which showed prices were up 2.9% from a year ago, in line with economists expectations and up from 2.7% in November.
US Inflation Rises to 2.9% in December, as Gas and Egg Prices Drive Uptick
The consumer price index (CPI) rose 2.9 percent year-over-year in December, the largest annual increase since July. When stripping out the more volatile food and energy sectors, core inflation slowed to 3.2 percent, from 3.3 percent.
Inflation Sped Up in December, a Fresh Challenge for the Fed
The Consumer Price Index rose 2.9 percent from a year earlier, but a measure of underlying inflation was more encouraging.
Inflation accelerated as expected in December
US inflation continued to heat up at the end of 2024. The consumer price index rose by 2.9% year over year in December, above November's 2.7% rate.
Core consumer prices rose 0.2% in December, below expectations
The consumer price index, the cost shoppers pay for a wide range of goods and services, rose faster than expected in December but core items did not make the same jump, according to the latest report
December CPI Report: What to Expect From Inflation Data
The closely scrutinized monthly consumer-price index is due at 8:30 a.m. ET. Here are some key points to know ahead of the report: Economists expect annual inflation to come in at 2.9% as of December,
CPI Inflation Hurt More In December But With A Silver Lining
Key Takeaways The Consumer Price Index rose 2.9% in December, accelerating from a 2.7% annual increase in November.Core inflation rose 3.2% over the year, down from 3.3% in November, providing optimism for the trajectory of the cost of living.
Inflation shows signs of easing again, per December CPI
The Consumer Price Index ticked up by 0.4% in December, but a measure that excludes food and energy prices slowed for the first time in four months, the Labor Department said on Wednesday. Why it matters: Inflation resumed a cooling trend after a months-long interruption,
Core CPI rises less than forecast as inflation pressures ease slightly in December
A key inflation metric eased for the first time since July as investors debate the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision.
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