US consumer inflation is breaking above 4%, according to government statistics cited by both outlets. The reports say the increase continues to erode real wages, indicating that pay is not keeping pace with rising prices. The agencies’ data show this is the second consecutive month in which inflation pressures are undermining purchasing power for workers. While the sources focus on the inflation rate exceeding 4% and its impact on wages, they do not provide additional breakdowns such as specific categories driving price increases or the precise wage-growth figures. Overall, the articles present the same core point: inflation is accelerating past the 4% threshold, and the effect is worsening for workers through reduced real income over another month. The reports also frame the development as part of an ongoing trend rather than a one-off change.