Inflation data threatened by government hiring freeze as tariffs loom

Inflation data next week could be the first to show impact of tariffs

Investors may look past a one-time adjustment in prices, but a sustained uptick in inflation could point to a slowing economy in coming months.

Report: No Good Inflation Data After Labor Department Cuts

The Trump administration's use of less actual data suits them perfectly. It allows them to manipulate and then spread misinformation and outright lies about waste, fraud, abuse, and economic data. The Wall Street Journal reports: Some economists are beginning to question the accuracy of recent U.S. inflation data after the federal government said staffing shortages hampered its ability to conduct a massive monthly survey. The Bureau of Labor St…

U.S. Is Trimming Back Its Collection of Consumer Price Data

The Bureau of Labor Statistics is cutting back its collection of data on consumer prices, raising questions about the reliability of federal economic statistics under President Donald Trump.

DOGE layoffs may have compromised the accuracy of government data | News Channel 3-12

By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — The Consumer Price Index is more than just the most widely used inflation gauge and a measurement of Americans’ purchasing power. Its robust data plays a key role in the US economy’s trajectory as well as monthly mortgage payments, Social Security checks, financial aid packages, business contracts, pay negotiations and curiosity salves for those who wonder what Kevin McCallister’s $19.83 grocery bill in “Home Alone…

Federal government no longer collecting inflation data in Lincoln

The cuts ordered by President Trump are raising concerns among economists about the quality of the inflation figures just as they are being closely watched for the impact of tariffs.

Economists fear US inflation data less reliable

The Labor Department is collecting less data for its consumer price index due to staffing shortages