Wednesday Aug 13 2025 00:00
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released data today showing that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.2 percent in July on a seasonally adjusted basis, following a 0.3 percent increase in June. Over the last 12 months, the all items CPI index increased 2.7 percent before seasonal adjustment.
Housing: Housing was the major contributor to the July CPI increase, rising 0.2%. This reflects continued increases in rental costs and other shelter expenses.
Food: The food index was unchanged in July. The index for food away from home increased 0.3 percent, while the index for food at home decreased 0.1 percent. Within the food at home category, dairy products rose 0.7%, while meats, poultry, fish, and eggs collectively rose 0.2%.
Energy: The energy index decreased 1.1 percent in July, mainly driven by a 2.2 percent decline in gasoline prices. Electricity and natural gas prices also experienced slight decreases.
The core CPI (excluding food and energy) rose 0.3 percent in July, exceeding the 0.2 percent increase in June. Items with notable increases included healthcare, airline fares, recreation, household furnishings and operations, and used cars and trucks. Conversely, lodging away from home and communication indexes experienced decreases.
While the slight increase in the overall CPI might be reassuring, the rise in the core CPI suggests that underlying inflation remains a concern. The Federal Reserve will be closely monitoring this data to determine future monetary policy direction. It's important to track the prices of essential goods and services, like housing and healthcare, as they represent a significant portion of consumer budgets. Monitoring these trends can provide insights into the overall health of the economy.
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