The impact of the AI industry on electricity prices has turned into a major political flashpoint ahead of the midterm elections this November.

Among those respondents worried about the economy, inflation emerged as the dominant issue, cited by 47% as their top concern. The cost of housing ranks second at 29% while retirement savings concerns ...

Inflation in the United States eased at the start of 2026, providing a reprieve to the Federal Reserve as it contends with yet another year of consumer prices rising faster than the central bank’s ...

Social Security beneficiaries saw a 2.8% boost to their checks in 2026. New estimates for 2027 find the cost-of-living adjustment may not be much higher.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics figures showed that in North Jersey, inflation rose 2.9% in January, the lowest level since December 2023.

Consumer prices rose 0.3% in December, driven by rents and food Food prices posted their biggest monthly gain in more than three years Core inflation remained moderate, keeping rate cuts in play ...

Inflation dominates many economic discussions, not least because it shapes the spending power of consumers and big businesses alike, meaning everyone is affected. Recent years have seen significant ...

Some economists believe price growth will accelerate as tax changes from a year earlier distort annual comparisons ...