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Inflation cools in first full month of Trump term

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Consumer prices rose 2.8% in February compared to a year ago , easing slightly over the first full month under President Trump .

The fresh data inched downward from a 3% inflation rate recorded in January .

The stock market has plunged since Trump imposed tariffs on Mexico , Canada and China .

Tariffs are widely expected to raise prices for consumers, since importers typically pass along a share of the added cost.

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