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Published May 8, 2026

Inflation and gas prices

How are recent inflation trends moving by category, and which prices are driving the change?

The most recent available data for the United States shows that from February 2025 to February 2026, overall prices increased by 2.4%, with housing price increases accounting for about three-fifths of the overall inflation rate.

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Annual price changes vary widely by type of spending. chart from Bureau of Labor Statistics

Tariffs and imports

How much do tariffs affect U.S. imports, exports, and federal revenue over time?

The most recent available data for the United States shows that customs duties revenue (from tariffs and related import fees) reached $194.9 billion in FY 2025, making up 3.7% of total federal revenue.

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