5 charts that illustrate America's deepening affordability crisis
Although inflation has eased, many Americans say they still feel squeezed financially. Here are five areas where households are feeling the pinch.
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Although inflation has eased, many Americans say they still feel squeezed financially. Here are five areas where households are feeling the pinch.
Wholesale prices for frozen turkeys are expected to be $1.32 per pound this year, a 40% increase from last year's average.
Although grocery prices have continued to climb in 2025, a Thanksgiving dinner will cost 2% to 3% less this year, one analysis found.
Inflation last month rose at an annual rate of 3%, coming in below economists' forecasts as the impact of President Trump's tariffs remain muted.
Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is aimed at helping the program's 75 million beneficiaries keep pace with inflation.
The Consumer Price Index likely inched higher in August, reflecting higher costs for food and other items, economists say.
A new survey predicts Americans will spend $1,552 per person on average, 5% less than they did in 2024.
For months, economists warned that the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs would sharply boost consumer prices. Here's why it hasn't happened.
It's that time of year again... back-to-school shopping. But this year, North Texas families say they're feeling the pinch more than ever.
CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs already imposed and new ones announced by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.
If you have little ones headed back to school this year, expect to spend more on supplies.
McDonald's is reviving its long-lamented Snack Wrap and leaning into affordable eats as it looks to reverse a rare sales slump.
Roughly a quarter of consumers use "buy now, pay later" loans for ordinary expenses like groceries. That's worrisome, a personal finance expert says.
Consumer spending slowed despite rising incomes, potentially an early reaction to higher prices on some imported goods.
High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.
The CPI report was cooler than expected, although inflation is still higher than the Federal Reserve's 2% annual goal.
Record consumer debt, years of steep inflation and other factors are driving more Americans to considering filing for bankruptcy.
A new study from SmartAsset reveals varied increases in grocery prices depending on where you live.
Wholesale egg prices are falling, with stores saying they're now lowering prices and easing restrictions. But tariffs could be an issue.
Consumer confidence continues to wane as Americans worry about the economy, jobs and their income.
The bird flu is still wiping out poultry flocks, leading to supply shortages. Here's when egg prices could come down, experts say.
Consumers are likely to face higher costs for some imported goods, experts say. Here's the potential impact on your wallet.
As the cost of living increases, so does the threshold to be considered middle class.
Jack Fink spoke with a Senior Vice President of the National Chicken Council, which has petitioned the Food and Drug Administration to change a rule that requires companies that raise chickens for meat to throw away hundreds of millions of eggs every year.
"FDA's decision... resulted in significant cost to Americans."
