Inflation and Cost of Living

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Consumer prices rose 0.3% in December, led by shelter and recreation costs

The 2025 inflation rate was 2.7%

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Inflation picked up modestly in December, with the overall Consumer Price Index rising 0.3% for the month and 2.7% over the past year.

The sharpest price increases were seen in recreation, airline fares, shelter, and food-related categories.

Several key prices fell or barely moved, including gasoline, eggs, used vehicles, communication services, and new cars.

Prices paid by U.S. consumers rose at a steady pace in December, but the details show a widening gap between the ite...

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