Inflation has eased gradually across the broad U.S. economy, and some areas of consumer spending, such as furniture and gasoline, have even deflated over the past year. Stream Los Angeles News for ...

After encountering rapid price increases for more than two years, discounts at some stores would certainly feel like a much-needed respite. But business leaders, economists and investment moguls ...

Deflation is often misunderstood as a positive economic phenomenon due to the immediate benefit of lower prices for consumers. However, it represents a prolonged decline in the general price level of ...

Inflation versus deflation? Bull market versus bear market? The economy is confusing enough for the average person without all the jargon. While most Americans just want to know how much a carton of ...

When prices go down, it’s generally considered a good thing—at least when it comes to your favorite shopping destinations. When prices go down across the entire economy, however, it’s called deflation ...

After grappling with high inflation for more than two years, American consumers are now seeing an economic trend that many might only dimly remember: falling prices — but only on certain types of ...

Prices rose again last month, slightly more than they did in January, according to the latest consumer price index out Tuesday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Across the board, prices are now 3.2 ...

China’s deflation was driven by falling prices in its manufacturing sector last year, fresh data showed on Thursday, adding to the risk of trade tensions with the US and Europe amid a major ramp-up in ...

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong CNN — While many central banks ...

Japan may be at an inflection point in its 25-year battle with deflation as price and wage rises show signs of broadening, the government said on Tuesday, signaling its conviction the economy was ...

Chinese President Xi Jinping was reportedly dismissive about the threat of deflation hitting the economy. While consumers can benefit from falling prices, persistent deflation can also lead to a ...