Core consumer prices in the United States, which exclude food and energy, rose by 0.2% from the previous month in July of 2026, gaining traction from the hold in the previous month, and in line with market expectations. Prices rose sharply for medical care devices (0.6% vs -0.1% in June), transportation services (0.3% vs -0.3%), and used cars and trucks (0.4% vs -0.2%). Meanwhile, inflation was softer for shelter (0.1% vs 0.1%). From the previous year, core consumer prices rose by 2.5%.