In December 2025, the U.S. reported a 3.0% year-over-year increase in core PCE inflation and a 0.4% month-over-month rise. Headline PCE inflation grew 2.9% year-over-year, while personal income and consumer spending increased by 0.3% and 0.4% respectively on a monthly basis. These figures suggest steady inflation and moderate growth in consumer economic activity at year-end.