Annual inflation rate hit 2.3% in April,
less than expected and lowest since 2021
Posted By: NorthernDog, 5/13/2025 9:23:52 AM
Inflation was slightly lower than expected in April as President Donald Trump’s tariffs just began hitting the slowing U.S. economy, according to a Labor Department report Tuesday. The consumer price index, which measures the costs for a broad range of goods and services, rose a seasonally adjusted 0.2% for the month, putting the 12-month inflation rate at 2.3%, its lowest since February 2021, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said. The monthly reading was in line with the Dow Jones consensus estimate while the 12-month was a bit below the forecast for 2.4%. Excluding volatile food and energy prices, core CPI
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and GOP nominee who often sided with liberals, dies 19 replies
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resistance leaders 16 replies
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South African refugees in clash with Trump administration 23 replies
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Terrifyingly Chilling Statement on Fleeing
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Minnesota Governor and National Guard
Begin Preparing for Riots Over Possible
Derek Chauvin Pardon 13 replies
Begin Preparing for Riots Over Possible
Derek Chauvin Pardon 13 replies
Gov. Tim Walz, the Minnesota National Guard, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, and Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt have reportedly all been briefed on preparations for potential riots if former police officer Derek Chauvin is granted a presidential pardon.
Chauvin, of course, was the officer filmed kneeling on drug addict George Floyd during his fatal interaction with police. His death caused nationwide deadly Black Lives Matter riots throughout the summer of 2020.
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Good news is always ''unexpected''. Dems will be furious - stock market up, inflation down, borders are sealed.