inflation
Core CPI (YoY)
CPI excluding food and energy, year-over-year % change
🇨🇦 Canada
1.6%▲ 0.4
As of 2026-01-01
🇺🇸 United States
1.5%▲ 0.9
As of 2026-01-01
Historical Comparison
- Canada
- United States
Why it matters
Strips volatile food/energy. Shows underlying inflation pressures.
Frequency: monthly
Units: percent change
Seasonal adj.: nsa
Importance: 9/10