Inflation Hits Fastest Pace Since 1981, at 8.5% Through March Gasoline weighed heavily in the increases, while prices moderated in several categories. Some economists say the overall rate may have peaked.
Few Cars, Lots of Customers: Why Autos Are an Inflation Risk Economists are betting that supply chains for all kinds of goods will heal, shortages will ease and price gains will slow. Cars are a wild card in those forecasts.
How Biden Is Handling Student Loan Payments Amid Inflation The administration is in a tight spot as fast inflation makes households unhappy. Trying to offset price pain can risk stoking demand.