The cost of wholesale goods and services rose at an accelerated pace in January for the second month in a row, suggesting persistent inflation could dog the economy at least through the early part of the new year.
Wholesale prices rise sharply and point to persistent inflation — but there’s glimmers of hope
The cost of wholesale goods and services rose at an accelerated pace in January for the second month in a row, suggesting persistent inflation could dog the economy at least through the early part of the new year.
Last updated: April 4, 2026, 12:30 AM
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