US Inflation Hits 3.3% in March as Gas Prices Surge 21.2%

US inflation accelerated to 3.3% year-over-year in March, up from 2.4% in February, according to the Labor Department. This increase marks the largest monthly change since 2022, primarily driven by a 21.2% rise in gas prices. The cost of a gallon of gas in California reached $5.93, significantly above the national average of $4.16. Rising energy costs are expected to have broader implications for inflation, with potential increases in prices for various goods as companies pass on higher expenses to consumers.