Posted in NY Post Fed’s preferred inflation gauge shows prices increased even before Iran war began March 13, 2026 Excluding the volatile food and energy categories — which the Fed pays closer attention to — core prices rose 3.1%, up from 3% in the prior month and the highest in nearly two years. https://nypost.com/2026/03/13/business/feds-preferred-inflation-gauge-show-prices-increased-before-iran-war-began/