U.S. consumer prices rebounded moderately in April, leading to the smallest annual increase in four years, but the inflation outlook remains unclear against the backdrop of tariffs. The rise in prices

US consumer prices rebounded moderately in April, but inflation is likely to pick up in the months as tariffs boost the cost of imported goods.

U.S. consumer prices rebounded moderately in April as declining food costs partially offset rising rents, leading to the smallest annual increase in four years, but the inflation outlook remains unclear against the backdrop of tariffs.

U.S. import taxes are expected to raise the cost of items, including cars, clothing, toys and computers, in 2025. Economists encourage consumers to buy or save.

The tariffs are expected to shrink the supply of less expensive vehicles. Nearly 80 percent of cars priced at less than $30,000 will be subject to 25 percent tariffs, including popular vehicles like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Chevrolet Trax, according to Cox Automotive.

U.S. consumer prices rebounded moderately in April, but inflation is likely to pick up in the coming months as tariffs boost the cost of imported goods. The consumer price index CPI increased 0.2% last month after dipping 0.

Consumer Price Index (CPI) report revealed new car prices were flat, a surprise as many felt President Trump’s auto sector tariffs would boost prices. But inventory at dealerships may have shielded car buyers from tariff price hikes,

Consumer prices in the U.S. rose by slightly less than expected in the month of April, according to a report released by the Labor Department on Tuesday. The Labor Department said its consumer price index inched up by 0.

US consumers paid noticeably more for new vehicles in April, reflecting the early effects of auto import tariffs, according to newly released data. Kelley Blue Book, a unit of Cox Automotive, reported that the average transaction price for new vehicles rose 2.