US consumer inflation accelerated in April 2026, with CPI rising 0.6 per cent month on month and 3.8 per cent year on year, according to BLS’ data.
Energy prices increased 3.8 per cent and drove over 40 per cent of the monthly rise.
Gasoline, fuel oil and electricity moved higher, while core CPI rose 0.4 per cent.
Apparel prices also increased, rising 4.2 per cent year on year.
Energy prices increased 3.8 per cent and drove over 40 per cent of the monthly rise.
Gasoline, fuel oil and electricity moved higher, while core CPI rose 0.4 per cent.
Apparel prices also increased, rising 4.2 per cent year on year.
