Measures same-store sales growth — early insight into consumer behavior.

Tracks sentiment among small businesses — a forward-looking economic indicator.

Provides timely information on petroleum supply and selected prices.
U.S. Energy Information Administration

Note: Release times may vary due to holidays; refer to the EIA’s schedule for specifics.

Strips out food and energy to reveal underlying monthly inflation.

Year-over-year core inflation, used to guide Fed rate decisions.