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Cross-Era Comparison
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Pick any date and a second year within 25 years of it. We pull economic data from both moments — markets, metals, gas, groceries, and key indicators — and lay them side by side.
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Financial Markets
Major Stock Indices LIVE
Current values update automatically from live market data on page load. Historical values reflect the week of 4 years ago — the bear-market trough closest to our comparison date.
Index
Dow Jones Industrial Average
—
30,483
—
51,565
▲ +21,082 pts | +69.2%
Index
S&P 500
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3,666
—
7,500
▲ +3,834 pts | +104.6%
Index
NASDAQ Composite
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11,069
—
26,450
▲ +15,381 pts | +138.9%
Historical values reflect the bear-market trough around mid-June 2022. Current values show the most recently available data. Stock index data is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
The Big Picture
Economic Indicators
Economic indicators (CPI, PPI, unemployment, Fed rate) are published monthly by government agencies. Values shown reflect the most recently available reports. Last snapshot: May / June 2026.
CPI Inflation (Year-over-Year)
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9.1%
→
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4.2%
Core CPI (ex. food & energy)
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5.9%
→
—
2.9%
PPI — Producer Price Index
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11.3%
→
—
~7.1%
Unemployment Rate
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3.6%
→
—
4.3%
Federal Funds Rate
—
1.50–1.75%
→
—
3.50–3.75%
CPI from BLS May 2026 report. The 4.2% headline is energy-driven — gasoline rose 40.5% YoY. Core CPI at 2.9% is more moderate. PPI (~) reflects energy-cost pass-through. Unemployment from BLS May 2026 jobs report. Fed rate held at June 2026 FOMC; majority signal at least one more hike by year end.
Hard Assets
Precious Metals LIVE
Spot prices update automatically from live market data on page load when available. Platinum and palladium (~) fall back to estimates if the live fetch fails.
Spot Price / Troy Oz
Gold
—
$1,840
—
$4,192
▲ +127.8%
Spot Price / Troy Oz
Silver
—
$21.75
—
$66.38
▲ +205.2%
Spot Price / Troy Oz
Platinum
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$945
—
~$1,650
▲ +74.6%
Spot Price / Troy Oz
Palladium
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$1,980
—
~$1,500
▼ -24.2%
Gold and silver spot prices confirmed via USAGOLD, Fortune, and JMBullion as of the last data collection date. Gold peaked at $5,602 in January 2026 before pulling back on hawkish Fed signals. Platinum and palladium (~) show best estimates if live data is unavailable.
Your Grocery Run & Your Wallet
25 Everyday Staples
National average retail prices. The “Then” column reflects 4 years ago; the “Now” column reflects the most recent BLS and USDA data. Enter your ZIP above for localized estimates.
Item
4 Yrs Ago
Today
Change
At the Pump
Regular Gasoline
per gallon · national avg
$4.76
$4.05
▼ −14.9%
Grocery Staples
Eggs, Grade A Large
1 dozen
$2.72
$4.99
▲ +83.5%
Whole Milk
per gallon
$3.99
$3.89
▼ −2.5%
White Bread
20 oz loaf
$3.89
$4.39
▲ +12.9%
Ground Beef 80/20
per pound
$5.30
$5.99
▲ +13.0%
Chicken Breast
per pound · boneless skinless
$3.98
$4.49
▲ +12.8%
Bacon
per pound
$7.39
$8.49
▲ +14.9%
Breakfast Cereal
18 oz box
$4.49
$5.49
▲ +22.3%
Ground Coffee
per pound
$8.99
$10.49
▲ +16.7%
Butter
per pound
$4.49
$5.49
▲ +22.3%
Orange Juice
64 oz container
$4.99
$5.99
▲ +20.0%
Cheddar Cheese
per pound
$5.49
$6.49
▲ +18.2%
Fresh Apples
per pound
$1.59
$1.99
▲ +25.2%
Russet Potatoes
5 lb bag
$4.49
$4.99
▲ +11.1%
Pasta
16 oz · spaghetti or penne
$1.89
$2.49
▲ +31.7%
Canned Diced Tomatoes
15 oz can
$1.29
$1.79
▲ +38.8%
Household Essentials
Toilet Paper
12-roll double pack
$8.99
$11.99
▲ +33.4%
Laundry Detergent
100 oz liquid
$11.99
$13.99
▲ +16.7%
Paper Towels
8-roll pack
$11.99
$12.99
▲ +8.3%
Ibuprofen 200 mg
100 count bottle
$7.49
$9.99
▲ +33.4%
Housing & Monthly Services
Average Monthly Rent
1-bedroom apartment · national avg
$1,800
$1,950
▲ +8.3%
Monthly Utilities
electric, gas & water avg
$180
$215
▲ +19.4%
Home Internet
per month · broadband avg
$69.00
$79.00
▲ +14.5%
Healthcare Premium
individual · marketplace avg / month
$456
$548
▲ +20.2%
Movie Ticket
adult admission · national avg
$11.99
$14.99
▲ +25.0%
National average retail prices from BLS CPI data, USDA Economic Research Service, Zillow Research, and retail market surveys. Gas is AAA national average as of the most recent available date. Eggs remain elevated due to avian influenza impacting U.S. flocks since 2022. Prices vary by region, retailer, and brand. Enter your ZIP above to see localized estimates.