US CPI Soars 0.9% MoM in March, Most Since 2022

2026-04-10 12:45 By Joana Taborda 1 min. read

The Consumer Price Index in the United States increased 0.9% month-over-month in March 2026, the largest increase since June 2022, following a 0.3% gain in February and in line with forecasts.

Energy prices rose 10.9%, led by a 21.2% jump in gasoline which accounted for nearly three quarters of the increase due to the impact of the war with Iran.

The shelter index also increased, rising 0.3%.

The price for food was unchanged.



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