Inflation crept up again in December, driven mostly by a jump in energy prices, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report. If you're waiting for relief from high interest rates, you'll have ...

WASHINGTON — An inflation gauge closely watched by the Federal Reserve rose slightly last month, while some underlying price pressures showed signs of easing. The latest inflation figures arrive ...

“The still elevated annual rate of inflation, the strength in the labor market, and the prospect of changes in tariff and immigration policies that could push inflation higher will keep the Fed ...

Most of the lingering problem with U.S. inflation is coming from within the nation’s borders. Not outside of it. The cost of imported goods rose a scant 0.1% in December for the third month in a ...

Inflation is primarily caused by two main factors: demand-pull and cost-push pressures. Demand-pull inflation occurs when consumer demand exceeds the available supply of goods and services.

Many economists are worried that President-elect Donald Trump's promises to impose tariffs on foreign goods and cut taxes will push inflation higher. "The Fed will not see any argument for pushing ...

The European Central Bank should avoid excessive caution in lowering its key interest rate, but must also be alert to signs that inflation is taking longer than expected to fall to its target, Chief ...