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US Inflation Sees Modest Increase in February 2025
By News Desk - Mar 12, 2025, 12:30 AM ET
Last Updated - Mar 12, 2025, 11:06 AM EDT
Consumer price index data reveals a 0.2% rise, signaling stable economic growth.
Inflation in the U.S. has ticked up in February 2025 by 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report. The Consumer Price Index (CPI-U)'s increase is a moderation after a significant rise of 0.5% in January.
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One of the primary contributors to the CPI-U increase was the shelter index, which rose by 0.3% in February, accounting for nearly half of the monthly inflation rise. This increase in shelter costs underscores ongoing housing market pressures.
Energy Prices Show Mixed Trends
Despite a 1%decrease in the gasoline index and a sharp 4% drop in airline fares, the energy index experienced a modest 0.2% increase. This rise was primarily driven by higher electricity and natural gas prices, both of which have seen increasing demand and escalating production costs.
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The food index showed a 0.2% increase in February, driven significantly by a 0.4 percent rise in food away from home, although the index for food at home remained unchanged. Over the past year, the food index has risen by 2.6%, reflecting ongoing pressures on food supply chains and market dynamics.
Economic Stability Reflected in Core CPI
The index for all items less food and energy rose by 0.2%, indicating underlying economic stability and consistent consumer demand. Notable contributors to this increase include medical care, used cars and trucks index, household furnishings, recreation, apparel, and personal care. These sectors reflect resilient consumer demand amidst ongoing economic fluctuations.
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