cost inflation

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Cornerstone specifically is facing “lower demand, cost inflation, and high interest expense,” according to S&P.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 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

January’s producer price index revealed hotter-than-expected cost inflation.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

This growth rate encompasses healthcare cost inflation and the fact that as people age, they tend to use more services, consuming a greater amount of a rapidly growing expense.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 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