Key inflation gauge remains elevated during Iran war and ongoing US trade fights
A person carries a shopping bag in Philadelphia, Dec. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File) 2026-08-26T12:40:52Z WASHINGTON (AP) — An inflation measure closely watched by the Federal Reserve was unchanged last month in the latest sign that many Americans are still struggling wit.
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- Published: Aug 26, 2026, 12:53 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Economy & Markets
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