Consumer prices stayed subdued in February.
Nytimes·2026-03-11 14:06
Core Insights - U.S. inflation remained low prior to President Trump's conflict with Iran, raising concerns about potential price increases due to rising energy costs [1] Group 1: Inflation Trends - Inflation in the U.S. has stayed subdued in the month leading up to geopolitical tensions [1] - The conflict with Iran has reignited worries about inflationary pressures, particularly in the energy sector [1] Group 2: Energy Costs - Energy costs have surged, contributing to concerns about resurgent inflation [1]