https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-economy-economy/us-consumer-prices-post-largest-drop-in-five-years-idUSKCN21S1B7
APRIL 10, 2020 / 9:52 PM / UPDATED 8 HOURS AGO
U.S. consumer prices post largest drop in five years amid coronavirus disruptions
Lucia Mutikani
米国の消費者物価指数は5年来で最大の落ち込み（0.4%）、新コロナウイルスの影響で

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. consumer prices fell by the most in more than five
years in March and further decreases are likely as the novel coronavirus outbreak
suppresses demand for some goods and services, offsetting price increases related
to shortages resulting from disruptions to the supply chain.

The Labor Department said on Friday its consumer price index dropped 0.4% last month
amid a tumble in the cost of gasoline, and record decreases in hotel accommodation,
apparel and airline ticket prices. That was the biggest drop since January 2015 and
followed a 0.1% gain in February. In the 12 months through March, the CPI increased
1.5%, the smallest advance since February 2019, after accelerating 2.3% in February.

Deflation, a decline in the general price level, is harmful during an economic downturn
as consumers and businesses can delay purchases in anticipation of lower prices.
It can also distort monetary policy, the labor market and signals from stock and real
estate prices, economists say.
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