Consumer prices rose 3.5% annually in June, less than expected as energy prices eased

The consumer price index in June was expected to increase 3.8% from a year ago.

# Consumer prices rose 3.5% annually in June, less than expected as energy prices eased The consumer price index in June was expected to increase 3.8% from a year ago. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/14/consumer-price-index-inflation-report-june-2026.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*