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What latest inflation report means for you and your budget
Here’s some good news for your wallet: inflation is going down. Damian Trujillo reports.
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The Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged. Here's what that means for your wallet
The Federal Reserve said it would leave rates unchanged in November. For consumers, however, it won’t get any less expensive to borrow.
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Beef prices are at record highs — how much pricier will your steak get?
Retail beef prices in the U.S. are at record highs, pushing up the price tags of not just your steak tartare, but also cheese burgers.
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US inflation eased slightly last month as price increases extend slow descent
Measures of U.S. inflation in September showed that the pace of price increases is still grinding lower, though at a slow and uneven pace. Prices in the United States increased 0.4% from August to September, down from a faster pace the previous month. Annual consumer inflation in September was unchanged from a 3.7% rise in August. And underlying inflation declined...
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The 5 US cities most impacted by inflation—none are in New York or California
While inflation has fallen from its nationwide peak of 9.1% in June 2022, these five metropolitan areas continue to see steep prices.
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63% of workers unable to pay a $500 emergency expense, survey finds. How employers may help change that
High inflation continues to add financial stress to workers’ budgets. Experts say new benefits to provide emergency savings plans may help.
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HUD releases new aid for low-income families to keep up with rising rents
The Department of Housing and Urban Development said that fair market rents for fiscal year 2024 will rise about 12 % nationwide and that the department has increased funding for housing choice vouchers.
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Global inflation pressures could become harder to manage in coming years, research suggests
Rising trade barriers. Aging populations. A transition from carbon-spewing fossil fuels to renewable energy. The prevalence of such trends across the world could intensify global inflation pressures.
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Pork belly prices are up 100% this year — your breakfast bacon is about to get pricier
Bacon is about to get even more expensive as wholesale pork belly prices approach record highs on the back.
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Biden touts economic turnaround as he marks 1-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act
The White House is on a sprint to connect what they say is a popular economic agenda with an unpopular incumbent president, as polls show a majority of voters consistently disapprove of Biden’s handling of the economy even amid signs of a U.S. economic upswing.
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Here's what's getting cheaper at the grocery store as inflation eases
Inflation in the United States edged up in July after 12 straight months of declines. But excluding volatile food and energy costs, so-called core inflation matched the smallest monthly rise in nearly two years. Here’s what’s getting cheaper
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How interest rates impact your money — from savings to mortgages
Interest rates may seem abstract, but they affect everyone. CNBC Make It examines the role they play in your finances.
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U.S. gas prices hit 8-month high, national average climbs to $3.71 per gallon
The national average price for gas continues to spike amid rising oil prices, reaching its highest mark since last November.
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New Bay Area inflation numbers released
The latest numbers on inflation are out, both for the country and the Bay Area and the news is mostly good, but things are still pricey for shoppers, and diners.
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New Bay Area Inflation Numbers Released
The latest numbers on inflation are out, both for the country and the Bay Area and the news is mostly good, but things are still pricey for shoppers, and diners. Scott Budman has more.
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Instant Pot sales plunge post-pandemic forcing maker to file for bankruptcy
The maker of Pyrex glassware and Instant Pot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as the company that was already struggling is stung by inflation with Americans pulling back on spending.
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Inflation rose at a 4% annual rate in May, the lowest in 2 years
The consumer price index was expected to rise 0.1% in May, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.
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Grains, Vegetables, Dairy Prices Fall on World Market, Yet Remain High at the Grocery Store
Around the world, food prices have dropped but they are persistently, painfully high in grocery stores.
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Big Mac Prices Are Up: Here's How Much You'll Pay for McDonald's Signature Sandwich State by State
A recent study shows that price of the fast food chain’s flagship Big Mac sandwich is reaching new all-time highs.
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US Inflation Eases But Stays High, Putting Fed in Tough Spot Amid Banking Turmoil
U.S. consumer price increases eased slightly from January to February but still pointed to an elevated inflation rate that is posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve at a delicate moment for the financial system.