August PCE Inflation Falls to 3.4% — But the Yardstick Changed
The August 2026 PCE inflation report came in cooler than forecast, but part of the drop is a BEA measurement change.
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The August 2026 PCE inflation report came in cooler than forecast, but part of the drop is a BEA measurement change.
Here is what it means for prices, savings, and the Fed.
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The August 2026 PCE inflation report came in cooler than forecast, but part of the drop is a BEA measurement change. Meanwhile, households spent far more than they earned. Here is what it means for prices, savings, and the Fed.
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Meanwhile, households spent far more than they earned. Here is what it means for prices, savings, and the Fed.
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