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April Inflation Barely Moves Despite Tariff Warnings — Here’s What the Data Says

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Ridgewood NJ, inflation in April stayed surprisingly steady, even as experts warned that new tariffs could drive prices higher. According to a report released Friday by the U.S. Commerce Department, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index — the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge — rose just 0.1% for the month.

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April Inflation Cools Slightly: CPI Rises 0.2% as Food Prices Dip

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WASHINGTON DC, inflation came in slightly lower than expected in April 2025, offering cautious optimism for consumers and policymakers alike. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis in April, following a 0.1% decrease in March.

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