Trump’s unlikely promise to ‘end inflation’ still saw families paying an extra $2,120 for goods and services in 2025

If something sounds too good to be true, a realist would suggest that’s because it might be. When President Trump promised on the campaign trail to “end inflation,” it might have been one of those moments.

Economists might have been surprised by the campaign pledge because low, stable inflation is a symptom of a healthy economy. When consumers can expect relative price rises, they can plan their spending and saving accordingly, while businesses can also reasonably budget for increased costs.