US inflation rises in December as energy prices surge, core inflation eases

Energy prices were a significant contributor to December's inflation, with the energy index climbing 2.6 per cent for the month. Energy costs accounted for more than 40 per cent of the overall monthly increase

US inflation rises in December as energy prices surge, core inflation eases
Energy prices were a significant contributor to December's inflation, with the energy index climbing 2.6 per cent for the month. Energy costs accounted for more than 40 per cent of the overall monthly increase