US Inflation & Cost of Living
Latest in US Inflation & Cost of Living· Nov 11
Gasoline prices fell below $4 a gallon for the first time in months, easing a major household expense and reducing transport costs that feed into broader inflation. The decline frees consumer purchasing power for discretionary spending while lowering logistics costs that ripple through pricing for staples and other goods.
Rising prices for energy, housing, food, and consumer goods affecting household budgets and political sentiment ahead of elections.
27 events tracked
What the Market Says
- How high will US gas prices get in 2026? ↗
- 11%Above $4.60
- 7%Above $4.80
- 7%Above $5.00
Earliest close Dec 31, 2026
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- Single sourceabout 18 hours ago
Gas prices fall below $4 a gallon for first time in months
U.S. gasoline prices have fallen below $4 per gallon, easing fuel costs for consumers.
NPR
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓2 days ago
Stocks slide as October inflation exceeds forecasts
U.S. inflation data exceeded forecasts, triggering a stock market decline.
The Wall Street Journal
- Reported by 2 outlets2 days ago
Gasoline drops below $4 for first time in three months
U.S. gasoline prices fall below $4 per gallon while broader inflation persists at elevated levels.
CNBC · NPR
- Reported by 2 outlets2 days ago
Last year's shutdown may distort October inflation readings
A prior-year government shutdown could complicate interpretation of October inflation figures through statistical comparison effects.
The New York Times · CNBC
- Single source5 days ago
Democrats inherit inflation crisis with limited tools to ease voter anger
Guardian opinion piece argues Democrats face structural economic challenges regardless of electoral outcomes.
The Guardian
- Single source10 days ago
Gas falls to $4.12 as crude drops below $100
Oil prices fall, raising prospect of lower retail gasoline costs for consumers.
MarketWatch
- Single source15 days ago
Trump quips $5,000 barely covers meal at his Florida resort
Trump quips that $5,000 buys minimal food at Mar-a-Lago, highlighting inflation concerns ahead of midterm elections.
CNBC
- Single source16 days ago
Trump promotes energy firms' gains as Americans pay record gas prices
U.S. gas prices hit record highs for a calendar year as Trump promotes energy sector gains.
MarketWatch
- Reported by 2 outlets17 days ago
Five charts reveal inflation persists despite Trump's denials
Guardian charts dispute Trump's inflation denial, showing price pressures persist across US economy.
BBC News · The Guardian
- Single source21 days ago
Trump addresses fuel costs as energy expenses threaten GOP midterm prospects
Voters angry over high energy costs may shift support away from Republicans in upcoming midterm elections, polls indicate.
The Guardian
- Single source29 days ago
September inflation climbs to 3.7%, complicating Republican midterm outlook
U.S. inflation reached 3.7% in September, the highest since spring, as voters express frustration over rising living costs ahead of midterm elections.
The Guardian
- Reported by 4 outlets29 days ago
US price growth accelerates beyond forecasts before midterm voting
US inflation rose more than expected, potentially pressuring the Federal Reserve's policy path before midterm elections.
The New York Times · BBC News · NPR +1 more
- Reported by 2 outletsabout 1 month ago
Heating expenses projected to rise 8.3 percent as El Niño may offer relief
U.S. winter heating costs forecast 8.3% higher year-over-year; El Niño may provide relief.
BBC News · MarketWatch
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Trump seeks lower fuel prices ahead of midterm elections
Trump seeks to lower fuel costs ahead of midterm elections; policy effectiveness uncertain.
BBC News
- Reported by 2 outletsabout 1 month ago
Mortgage and auto loan rates climb to multiyear highs
Mortgage and auto loan borrowing costs have risen, creating affordability pressure for consumers.
NPR · CNBC
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Trump blames messaging for economic struggles as inflation and hiring lag
Trump attributes economic challenges to public relations rather than underlying conditions, amid high prices and weak job growth.
The New York Times
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
NPR explores reasons diesel costs more than regular gasoline
NPR examines why diesel fuel prices exceed regular gasoline prices at the pump.
NPR
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
U.S. manufacturers cite persistent price pressures despite strong demand
U.S. manufacturers report inflation remains elevated with no improvement in sight.
MarketWatch
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Surging fuel costs strain household budgets across the nation
Fuel prices rise, prompting public concern about affordability and household budgeting.
BBC News
- Reported by 2 outletsabout 1 month ago
Inflation remains elevated despite softer-than-expected August readings
The PCE price index showed limited improvement in August, with revised data indicating inflation was marginally lower than initially reported.
The New York Times · CNBC
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Inflation swings likely to continue amid mounting economic concerns
New York Times reports inflation volatility is expected to persist, signaling continued price pressure uncertainty.
The New York Times
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Retailers poised to ring up record sales exceeding one trillion dollars
Holiday retail sales forecast to exceed $1 trillion, with inflation cited as a growth driver.
CNBC
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Consumer confidence drops to 2014 lows as midterm voting nears
Surging prices for goods and fuel have driven consumer sentiment to its weakest point in nearly a decade.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Key inflation reading due Wednesday as traders assess policy implications
Federal Reserve's primary inflation gauge releases Wednesday; market participants await data that could influence monetary policy direction.
CNBC
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Household sentiment drops sharply on price and job worries
Consumer optimism declines sharply amid escalating concerns over inflation and employment.
CNBC
- Single sourceabout 2 months ago
MarketWatch visualizes how price increases reshaped consumer spending over five years
MarketWatch charts track inflation's five-year impact across eggs, cars, and other goods.
MarketWatch
- Single sourceabout 2 months ago
Fuel and housing costs climb as midterm elections approach
Gas prices and mortgage rates are rising ahead of U.S. midterm elections, creating political pressure on Trump.
The New York Times