Here's the inflation breakdown for February 2026 — in one chart

The consumer price index was rose 2.4% in February 2026, above policymakers' target, economists said. War in Iran complicates the picture.

Inflation held steady in February and remained above the Fed's target

The Labor Department released the February 2026 consumer price index (CPI), which showed that inflation remained elevated ...
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Current U.S. Inflation Rate is 2.4%: Chart and Why It Matters

For the 12 months ending January 2026, the inflation rate was 2.4%. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you take certain ...
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Inflation rate hit 3.0% in September, lower than expected, long-awaited CPI report shows

The consumer price index showed a 0.3% increase on the month, putting the annual inflation rate at 3%, both lower than expected. Excluding food and energy, core CPI showed a 0.2% monthly gain and an ...

Will the Federal Reserve Cut Interest Rates in 2026?

After three reductions to interest rates in 2025, some investors are wondering if the Federal Reserve will continue tapering ...
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The Fed's current rate may be close to neutral, Dallas Fed's Logan says

After the Federal Reserve's rate cuts last year, it's still uncertain how restrictive the central bank's current 3.50%-3.75% policy rate is, Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan said on Tuesday. "One way ...