
Prices are surging. Here's what is getting more expensive
CNN
By now, you probably know that everything is getting more expensive. From furniture, to used cars, to uncooked beef roasts, consumer prices have grown steadily since January as the economy recovers and Americans are spending money again.
Also sending prices higher: The ongoing pandemic has complicated supply chains, limiting supply, even as demand for goods soars. Overall, consumer prices rose 5% last month over the previous May -- the biggest jump since the summer of 2008 and more than the predicted 4.7% increase.
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