Inflation eased to a four-year low in April as the nascent impact of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs were offset by their cost-dampening effects in a slowing economy. Overall consumer prices increased 2.

It's normal for some prices to rise at a much faster pace than overall inflation, said Omar Sharif, founder and president of research firm Inflation Insights. The impact, he added, depends on the role such items play in a given person's finances.

Food inflation in April tapered by 20 bps to 2.8%. Downward pressure came from cereals, meat, and dairy products; offset by a spike in non-alcoholic beverages. Energy inflation in Mar-25 weakened by 40 bps to -3.7%. Downward pressure again came from fuel and gasoline; offset by a spike in electricity and piped gas.