Economy

Inflation ticked up in December as falling gas prices helped offset food and housing costs

January 13, 2026

Inflation increased by 0.3% in December and is up 2.7% year-over-year, indicating ongoing cost pressures for consumers. A decline in gasoline prices by 0.5% helped mitigate the impact of rising food costs, which surged by 0.7% during the same period.

Inflation ticked up in December as falling gas prices helped offset food and housing costs

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Key Highlights

Inflation rose by 0.3% in December 2025.
Year-over-year inflation is at 2.7%.
Gasoline prices fell by 0.5% in December.
Food prices increased by 0.7% in December.
The report follows the longest government shutdown in U. S. history.

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Inflation ticked up in December as falling gas prices helped offset food and housing costs

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Inflation ticked up in December as falling gas prices helped offset food and housing costs

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