cost inflation

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Whirlpool reduced its discounts on many products in April to make up for what it said were three years of cost inflation it had not passed on to consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

“The more credible and lasting impact is ongoing cost inflation from the rise in diesel pricing, even in a de-escalation scenario,” says Jefferies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Adjusted earnings declined 13%, pressured by cost inflation and higher tariffs—primarily on steel and aluminum used in canned foods.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

That said, cost inflation is likely to be offset by BYD’s emphasis on high-value features to consumers, while streamlining less noticeable elements, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Throughout my Administration, legislation to reduce health care cost inflation was one of my highest priorities, but was not passed by the Congress.

From State of the Union Address by Carter, Jimmy