Economy Jun 16 WATCH: Biden signs new shipping law he says will cut consumer costs By Will Weissert, Associated Press
Economy May 11 U.S. prices see smallest rise in eight months, spurring hopes that inflation may be peaking Inflation slowed in April after months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing a financial strain on American households. By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Economy Nov 10 U.S. consumer prices spiked 6.2 percent in past year, highest inflation rate since 1990 Driving the price spikes are persistent supply shortages resulting from robust consumer demand and COVID-related factory shutdowns coming out of the pandemic recession. By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Nation Jul 21 Used car prices slip from dizzy heights, signaling small victory for economy Used car prices had rocketed more than 40% since before the coronavirus pandemic began — to an average of nearly $25,000. Now, the seemingly endless streak of skyrocketing used vehicle prices appears to be coming to a close. By Tom Krisher, Mike Householder, Associated Press
Economy Jul 13 U.S. consumer prices surge in June by the most since 2008 American consumers faced a third straight monthly surge in prices in June, the latest evidence that a rapid reopening of the economy is fueling pent-up spending for goods and services that in many cases remain in short supply. By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Sep 08 Falling consumer prices is a flashing warning light for Europe’s economy By David McHugh, Associated Press Consumer prices have fallen in Europe. While that might be welcome for shoppers in the short term, it is a sign that businesses are struggling amid the pandemic. Continue reading
May 18 Devastating coffee rust raises prices on high-end blends By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press The U.S. government is stepping up efforts to help Central American farmers fight a devastating coffee disease - and hold down the price of your morning cup. Continue reading
Apr 15 Higher food, rent costs boost U.S. consumer inflation By Sarah Corapi Consumer prices in the U.S. ticked upward this March, climbing more than expected as Americans paid slightly more for food and rental housing. The hike suggests improving consumer demand, and may alleviate concerns among some Federal Reserve officials… Continue reading
Jan 11 Watch Stagnant wages imperil financial security Wages in the U.S. have been largely stagnant over the past 45 years, but during the same time span consumer prices have risen dramatically. Hari Sreenivasan discusses this trend and its effect on poverty with Bloomberg BusinessWeek reporter, Roben Farzad. Continue watching
Apr 15 Can We Prepare for Inflation? Editor’s Note: The government reported Wednesday that consumer prices fell in March, indicating a weakened demand for goods and services. But while this price drop raises the specter of deflation, many economists contend that the real risk to… Continue reading