January 15, 2026economicfood inflationtariffsconsumer priceseconomic
Government data shows food inflation rising at fastest pace since pandemic, driven by tariff policies
Government data shows food inflation rising at its fastest pace since the COVID-19 pandemic, driven largely by the administration's tariff policies. Staple items like eggs, milk, and bread see double-digit price increases, demonstrating the consumer impact of the trade war on everyday Americans.