The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) slowed in March 2026, rising 0.5% month-over-month compared with a 0.7% increase in February 2026. The latest data, updated on 14 April 2026, indicate a modest easing in wholesale price pressures across the economy.
On a month‑over‑month basis, the “actual” figure for March reflects the change in producer prices relative to February, while February’s reading is measured against January. The deceleration from 0.7% to 0.5% suggests that upstream inflationary pressures, while still present, may be losing some momentum, a development closely watched by markets and policymakers for its potential implications on future consumer inflation and interest rate expectations.
