The CPI increased 0.3% for the month, higher than the 0.2% estimate. On a 12-month basis, the CPI closed 2023 up 3.4%. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones had been looking for readings of 3.3%.
Food costs were up 2.7% compared with one year ago, down from 2.9% YoY compared to last month.
Energy costs decreased by 2.0% YoY. Energy costs decreased by 5.4% YoY in November.
Used cars and trucks prices decreased by 1.3% YoY.
Shelter costs were up ...