Headline inflation
The inflation rate for all items index, including everything in the basket.
2 min read · Reviewed September 2026
In plain words
Headline inflation is the all-in number — food, energy, housing, everything. It's what consumers actually feel. Core inflation subtracts the volatile parts; headline includes them all.
Frequently asked questions
What is headline inflation?
Headline inflation is the change in the full CPI basket, including food and energy. It is the figure most often quoted in news reports and is the one consumers feel directly.
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