Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why.

Higher inflation has persisted as rising prices pressure consumers.

U.S. consumer prices climbed a sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher.

Labor Department figures showed that gasoline prices are up more than 28% compared to a year ago.

The key measure of US inflation rose in April to its highest level since May 2023 as consumers feel the impact of the Iran war.

The CPI report shows inflationary pressures tied to the Iran war are seeping into consumer prices.

Gasoline prices rose 5.4% during the month.

The Iran war has pushed up gasoline, groceries and other prices for consumers.

Here's some of the places where prices are rising fast for consumers.

New data shows US inflation at highest level since 2023 due to Trump's Iran War. Energy and food costs surge, posing challenges for American families.

Consumer prices spike in April, driven by soaring energy costs, with petrol prices up nearly 30 percent since last year.

The effects of the war in Iran are starting to show up in grocery stores.

Americans paid more for their groceries in April, but high gas prices were only one of the reasons why.

In April, the consumer price index rose by 3.8% year-on-year in the United States, fueled by soaring prices at the pump as well as for food.

The Iran war has ratcheted up prices for gasoline, airfares and other expenses.

Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why.

The war with Iran is forcing Americans to pay more for gasoline as people cut back on purchases of some long-lasting goods.

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