Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the cost of living continues to outpace earnings, leaving many Americans struggling to make ends meet.
Consumer inflation in Japan accelerated in December, marking the fastest annual pace in 16 months. Higher energy costs added to the inflationary pressure.
Statistics Canada released the latest inflation numbers for December earlier today and they came in lower than expected .. at 1-point-8 per cent. CBC's Scott Peterson has more.