Trump has a new, surprising take on the higher cost of living: ‘I love the inflation’

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Wednesday showed how he had learned to stop worrying about inflation and simply, in his own words, “love” it. Asked about the new report that the consumer price index in May had jumped 4.2% over the last year, the president took a surprisingly optimistic tack with the challenging news. … Read more

Americans face accelerating inflation pressures amid Iran war, growing energy prices

Household budgets are under increased pressure as new Consumer Price Index data shows inflation rose to 4.2%, the highest level since April 2023. The Federal Reserve will meet later in June to discuss interest rates. CBS News’ Kelly O’Grady breaks it down. Source link

Inflation just increased again. Here’s what that could mean for mortgage interest rates.

A consistently rising inflation rate is likely to adversely impact mortgage interest rates. rawintanpin/Getty Images Another month, another report showing inflation surging. The inflation rate moved to 4.2% in May, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on Wednesday. That’s up from the 3.8% it sat at in May and is now more than two full … Read more

Inflation topped 4% in May as CPI surged to highest level in 3 years

Inflation across the U.S. accelerated in May as the shock to global energy supplies from the Iran war continued to push prices higher. The Consumer Price Index rose at an annual rate of 4.2% last month, up from 3.8% in April and the highest level in three years. By the numbers Economists polled by financial data firm … Read more

May inflation is expected to have jumped as the Iran war sent prices higher

Inflation is likely to have increased for a third straight month in May as the war with Iran sent energy prices higher and ratcheted up pressure on U.S. consumers. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index for last month … Read more