Inflation
May Inflation Data Drops Today — Economists Forecast 4.2% Annual Rise
via Bureau of Labor Statistics
The BLS releases May 2026 consumer price data today; economists forecast a 4.2% year-over-year rise — the steepest since 2023. April had already hit 3.8%, driven by energy price surges tied to Middle East tensions.
Why it matters
Rising prices eat into take-home pay, so today's reading will signal whether households should brace for continued budget pressure through the summer.


