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Lower gas costs slowed U.S. inflation for a second straight month in August, but most other prices across the economy kept rising — evidence that inflation remains a heavy burden for American households.

The stock market took a big hit on Tuesday, with the Dow falling 1,200 points over the day, as a new report shows inflation remains high.

"This was a disappointing report," said Laura Rosner-Warburton, senior economist at MacroPolicy Perspectives.

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Lower gas costs slowed U.S. inflation for a second straight month in August, but most other prices across the economy kept rising --

WASHINGTON -- Lower gas costs slowed U.S. inflation for a second straight month in August, but most other prices across the economy kept rising -- evidence that inflation remains a heavy burden for American households.

Lower gas costs slowed U.S. inflation for a second straight month in August, but most other prices across the economy kept rising - evidence that inflation remains a heavy burden for American households.

Sharply lower prices for gas and cheaper used cars slowed U.S. inflation in August for a second straight month, though many other items rose in price.

WASHINGTON -- Lower gas costs slowed U.S. inflation for a second straight month in August, but most other prices across the economy kept rising -- evidence that inflation remains a heavy burden for American households.

After two years of COVID-19 keeping people from major travel, inflation and overseas turmoil have many Americans planning staycations once more.

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