Consumer prices were flat in July as energy costs retreated following a big surge in June. Over the past 12 months, prices dropped the most in nearly six decades as the recession and lower energy costs kept a lid on inflation.
Consumer Prices Down 2.1 Percent Over Past Year
Associated Press, Washington Post
Fri, 08/14/2009 - 6:06am
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