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Lower food prices tame US consumer inflation in April, tariffs squeeze awaited
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.
US inflation slows in April despite tariffs, down 0.1% from March
US inflation slowed for the third month in April despite new Trump tariffs. Economists warn this may be temporary with price pressures likely to rise.
Tariff Impact Reaches US Consumers As Car Prices Rise Sharply In April
The increase comes as automakers navigate a new landscape shaped by 25 per cent tariffs on vehicle imports from key trade partners, including Canada and Mexico.
Consumer Prices Rise Moderately in April
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.
U.S. car prices, consumer demand surge in April after tariffs hit
U.S. new-vehicle prices surged in April, data released on Monday showed, a sign that the effects of President Donald Trump's auto-tariff measures are rippling through the car market.
US consumer inflation cooled in April as Trump rolled out tariffs
US consumer inflation cooled slightly in April, but analysts warned prices could spike in the coming months as businesses come to grips with President Donald Trump's sweeping "liberation day" tariffs.
US retail sales rise slightly as tariffs start to curb demand
U.S. retail sales growth slowed in April as the boost from households front-loading motor vehicle purchases ahead of tariffs ...
US-China trade war: From dishes to television — Will prices of household items imported from China rise?
US President Donald Trump is likely to speak with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, this weekend. This comes as American ...
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Tariffs Explained: Trump Eases China Feud Slightly but Other Costs Mount
The Trump administration has made moves to ease tariff tensions with China but new reports indicate that prices, including ...
Import tariffs will raise US power price, wind turbine maker Vestas says
President Donald Trump's import tariffs will ultimately result in higher electricity prices for U.S. consumers, wind turbine ...
Trump says US-China relations 'reset' as markets surge on tariff pause
The 90-day pause is a major de-escalation in the tariff war and comes after talks between both countries in Geneva.
Retail sales slow in April after a spending splurge as Americans sought to front-run tariffs
U.S. consumers spent slightly more at retail stores last month after ramping up their shopping in March to get ahead of tariffs ...
US retail sales little changed, signs of pullback after pre-tariff rush
Retail sales in the United States were near-flat in April, government data showed Thursday, with indications that spending is ...