Inflation, April
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Don’t get used to the decline in the U.S. rate of inflation to a four-year low. Inflation will probably rise, at least temporarily, even after the Trump administration reduced high tariffs.
At least one official at the Federal Reserve is still skeptical about the trajectory of inflation and the economy, despite developments this week that cheered investors.
Argentina's monthly inflation rate slowed more than expected to 2.8% in April, data from national statistics agency INDEC showed on Wednesday, though residents continue to struggle with the South American nation's ever-rising costs.
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Rising rent prices were a major factor pushing up consumer prices in April. While they’re expected to come down in the months ahead as the U.S. economy slows, the path ahead will be bumpy, according to data from real-estate companies.
These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Mortgage rates often drop when inflation eases. But we still haven't seen the full effects of tariffs.
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German inflation eased further to 2.2% in April, the federal statistics office said on Wednesday, confirming preliminary data.
Because it's based on third-quarter inflation, it's impossible to predict the 2026 COLA with any degree of accuracy. Because of the ongoing tariff back-and-forth, as well as a generally slowing U.S. economy, the inflation rate on the back end of the year is more uncertain than it usually is.
It’s official: “Inflation refund” checks are coming for more than 8 million people in New York state. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that the direct payments will be mailed out to eligible recipients starting in October and will continue through November. The checks are expected to appear similar to other state rebates or tax credits.