U.S. wholesale prices rise 6% as energy costs increase

U.S. wholesale prices rose 6% as energy costs climbed, increasing pressure on companies to pass higher input costs on to consumers, according to an Associated Press report published May 13, 2026. The rise in producer-level prices adds to inflation concerns and may complicate cost management for U.S. businesses. Higher energy prices can affect transportation, manufacturing and supply chains, potentially feeding through to consumer prices if companies protect margins by raising prices.