CFO Guide: 4 Inflation Metrics to Watch Now

Inflation is here, and unless you were managing a business in 1982, you’re not used to planning for it. This guide outlines the four main measures for tracking the inflation rate provided by the federal government.

US inflation is now at a four—decade high. For CFOs, tracking external inflation indicators is of highest priority. This guide breaks down the four main inflation measures provided by the Federal Government, as well as supplemental indicators that could prove critical in predicting trends and guiding decisions.