What Is the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) regularly measures the change in the prices paid by consumers in the U.S. for a representative basket of goods and services.

Your Personal Inflation Rate Is Higher Than You Think. Here’s How To Measure It

CPI as a measure of inflation is a flawed personal financial planning tool. The real challenge is understanding your level of ...

Inflation: What It Is and How to Control Inflation Rates

Inflation is a decrease in the purchasing power of money, reflected in a general increase in the prices of goods and services ...

Warsh's quest for better inflation data is a well-worn, difficult pursuit for Fed

By Howard Schneider WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - Federal Reserve Chair nominee Kevin Warsh has called for a major rethink ...