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Why Your Personal Inflation Could Be Different from the Headline Inflation
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The CPI is a national average, but here's why two Americans can experience different inflation rates at the same time.
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January 2026 Inflation Insights
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Overall inflation rose modestly in January 2026. The Consumer Price Index increased 0.2% from December 2025 and was up 2.4% over the past year. For a typical American household, purchasing power is not eroding as fast as during the recent peak inflation period (Apr. 2021 - May 2023).
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How to Calculate Your Personal Inflation Rate
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The national inflation rate applies to a "typical" American households. Here's how to figure out what inflation actually costs you — and what to do about it.
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December 2025 Inflation Insights
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Overall inflation rose modestly in December 2025. The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% from November 2025 and was up 2.7% over the past year. For a typical American household, prices are still rising, but at a much more manageable pace than during the recent peak inflation period (Apr. 2021 - May 2023).
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February 2026 Inflation Insights
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Overall inflation rose modestly in February 2026. The Consumer Price Index increased 0.3% from January 2026 and was up 2.4% over the past year. For a typical American household, inflation is still present but running at a relatively contained pace.
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