Republicans say price report is a boon; Democrats say bust. Who’s right? | Business and Economy News

Does the latest United States consumer price index (CPI) report show that Americans are paying more or less for goods? You might be seeing mixed messaging based on the politicians you listen to or what your social media algorithms surface.

Some say the numbers show President Donald Trump’s success. Others say the opposite.

Every month, the federal Bureau of Labour Statistics publishes the consumer price index, which measures price changes for goods and services, including food, apparel,…