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July 2026 CPI: Corrected Official Figures
The July CPI figures from the BLS release dated August 12, 2026, with headline and core measures clearly separated.
Corrected data note — The Bureau of Labor Statistics release dated August 12, 2026 reports July headline CPI growth of 0.1% month over month and 3.4% over twelve months. Core CPI rose 0.2% over the month and 2.5% over twelve months. These are July observations, not unreleased August results.
| Measure | Monthly change, seasonally adjusted | Twelve-month change, not seasonally adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| All items | 0.1% | 3.4% |
| All items less food and energy | 0.2% | 2.5% |
Read the two time periods separately
A monthly change and a twelve-month change answer different questions. Do not label one as the other or multiply a monthly figure by twelve and present it as the reported annual number. The table preserves the seasonal-adjustment distinction in the source.
What changed on this page
The previous preview used incorrect July figures and drew further conclusions from them. That analysis and its FAQ have been withdrawn. We have retained the existing address so readers following old links can see the correction. This is a dated historical note, not a live inflation forecast.
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