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The consumer price index eased in January but inflation was still elevated for many consumer necessities, economists said.

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Inflation held steady in February as the headline figure for the Consumer Price Index remained at 2.4% year-over-year.

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

Consumers saw inflation pick up slightly in November as price increases in categories including groceries, gasoline and new cars outweighed a deceleration in others such as shelter during the month.