Inflation rate rose by 2.8% in February, CPI report shows. Here's what that means for price relief.
The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than ...
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How Is the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Used in Market Escalation Contracts?
In these contract negotiations, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is one of the most frequently used measurements for applying or triggering an escalation clause. Escalation clauses frequently ...
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What Is the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the monthly change in prices paid by U.S. consumers. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) calculates the CPI as a weighted average of prices for a basket of ...
Inflation Better-Than-Expected 2.8% In February—But Still High, As Trump’s Tariffs Linger
But Trump’s tariffs on Mexican and Canadian goods will add a full percentage point to CPI inflation this year, according to JPMorgan Chase.