Breaking news: U.S. consumer prices rose 2.7 percent in July from a year ago

President Trump's tariffs intensified price pressures.

View in browser Aug. 12, 2025, 8:55 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Scott McIntyre for The New York Times U.S. Inflation Report Shows Effects of Trump's Tariffs The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7 percent from a year ago, as President Trump's tariffs intensified price pressures across a wider range of consumer goods and services. Follow live updates If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018