Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans’ income and spending power erode

Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans’ income and spending power erode

A key inflation gauge accelerated in April to the highest level in three years, squeezing Americans’ finances and creating political challenges for President Trump and congressional Republicans with midterm elections just five months away. Inflation jumped to 3.8% in April compared with a year ago, the Commerce Department said Thursday, up from 3.5% in March … Read more