U.S. Inflation Rate

Inflation is a general increase in prices and a decrease in the purchasing power of money. It is measured as the rate of change in a basket of goods and services over time. A positive inflation rate means that the prices are rising, while a negative inflation rate means that the prices are falling.

  • The United States had an annual inflation rate of 2.7% for the 12 months ending in November. This data was published on December 11, 2024.
  • This 2.7% inflation rate represents a slight increase compared to the previous period, which had an annual rate of 2.6%.
  • The next update on inflation is scheduled for release on January 15, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. ET.

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