Rising Inflation Expectations in 2026 Are Changing Household Behavior Again

Rising Inflation Expectations in 2026 Are Changing Household Behavior Again

Inflation is not just about current prices. It is also about what people expect prices to do next. That matters because expectations change behavior before bills even rise further. In March 2026, the New York Fed said median one-year-ahead inflation expectations rose to 3.4%, while the University of Michigan said year-ahead inflation expectations climbed to … Read more