Here’s the inflation breakdown for January 2026 — in one chart

The consumer price index eased in January but inflation was still elevated for many consumer necessities, economists said.

CPI rose at an annual rate of 2.4% in January, cooler than expected

Inflation came in below economists' forecasts and slowed from December's 2.7% annual rate.

Inflation slowed in January as consumer prices rise 2.4% over prior year to start 2026

Inflation cooled more than expected in January, according to consumer data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

U.S. Inflation Eased at Start of the Year

Inflation in the United States eased at the start of 2026, providing a reprieve to the Federal Reserve as it contends with yet another year of consumer prices rising faster than the central bank’s ...

Inflation just fell. Will mortgage rates fall next? Here's what to consider.

Will the decline in inflation help lower mortgage interest rates? Here's what borrowers need to consider right now.
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Here’s the inflation breakdown for November 2025 — in one chart

The consumer price index declined unexpectedly in November 2025. It was the first CPI report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics since the government shutdown ended last month. Economists said that ...

Inflation measure falls to nearly five-year low as gas prices fall and housing costs cool

A key measure of inflation fell to nearly a five-year low last month as apartment rental price growth slowed and gas prices ...

Today's CPI report is the best inflation news in months. Here's why.

The inflation reading, the lowest since May 2025, shows grocery, gas and rent prices are cooling.