U.S. Wholesale Prices Flat in February as Energy Costs Drop and Egg Prices Surge

The Producer Price Index showed no monthly change, surprising economists, as falling gas prices offset a sharp rise in egg prices linked to avian flu.

The Producer Price Index (PPI) remained unchanged in February, following a revised 0.6% increase in January, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Gas prices fell 4.7%, contributing to the flat PPI, while wholesale egg prices soared 53.6% due to avian flu-related supply issues.
Core PPI, which excludes food and energy, decreased by 0.1%, contrary to economists' expectations of a 0.3% increase.
The data suggest easing inflationary pressures, though new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump may disrupt this trend in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain current interest rates next week, with the cooling inflation providing flexibility for future policy decisions.