Rent increases are driving overall inflation — but it’s a lot more complicated than you think - MarketWatch
1. Rising rent prices have significantly driven up consumer inflation rates. 2. Rent increases outpaced household income growth from April 2020 to 2025. 3. Economists predict rent prices may decline as economic conditions weaken. 4. Builder confidence is low, potentially leading to future rent increases. 5. Current rental supplies exceed demand, stabilizing prices temporarily.