White House Sees Win After 2 Strong Economic Reports

Solid jobs data and a soft inflation reading for January are welcome news for President Trump. But the bigger economic ...
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Inflation measure falls to nearly five-year low as gas prices fall and housing costs cool

Friday's report suggests inflation could be cooling, but it comes after the cost of food, gas, and apartment rents have ...

Inflation Slowed to 2.4% in January, Helped by Lower ​Gasoline Prices

While the reading was cooler than expected, consumers still saw higher costs for computers, ​appliances​ and hospital care.

Inflation slowed in January, but some prices are still biting

A Friday the 13th economic report appeared to deliver some fortunate news: Annual inflation slowed significantly.

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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Inflation cools to 2.4%, closer to Fed's target

Inflation eased to 2.4% in January, the lowest in 8 months, raising speculation the Fed may revisit its steady interest rate stance in March.

Jobs, Inflation Data to Highlight Week of Economic News

While the jobs report will likely draw the economic headlines, especially since the Federal Reserve has said it is concerned ...

Inflation cooled in January, offering some relief for consumers

A decline in the rate of price increases is good news for Americans who have grappled for years with rising costs of living.

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.

Inflation Improves in January, Beating Forecasts with a 2.4% Gain

“The index for shelter rose 0.2% in January and was the largest factor in the all items monthly increase,” the BLS said in its release. “The food index increased 0.2% as did the food at home index, ...