Hey there! 📊 On Dec 18, 2025, US consumer prices rose less than expected, giving Trump’s economic claims a boost. Prices are easing from earlier highs, but food costs remain steep and gaps in data make the full picture murky. 🤔
- 📉 Inflation below forecasts
- 🍔 Food prices still high
- 🏦 Fed blames tariffs
- 🏛️ Democrats highlight living costs
- 🔍 More data due soon
Why it matters: Slower inflation in the US can ease global shipping and gadget costs, affecting online shoppers and freelancers from Delhi to Jakarta. Keep an eye on the Fed and upcoming data drops—your next smartphone deal might depend on it! 💡
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
