In April 2026, the inflation rate in the U.S. increased to 3.8%, impacting consumer finances and spending. Personal incomes remained flat, and inflation-adjusted spending saw only a slight increase. The U.S. economy grew at a 1.6% annual rate in the first quarter.
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In April 2026, the inflation rate in the U.S. increased to 3.8%, impacting consumer finances and spending. Personal incomes remained flat, and inflation-adjusted spending saw only a slight increase. The U.S. economy grew at a 1.6% annual rate in the first quarter.
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Key inflation gauge worsens, eroding Americans' income and spending power
Inflation Rate Increases to 3.8% in April, Impacting American Finances