 Compared to the same month a year ago, prices were up just 3%, closer to the Fed's 2% target. A mixed close on Wall Street today, though. The Dow was up 32 points. The Nasdaq fell more than 360 points. This is NPR. Support for NPR comes from NPR stations. Other contributors include Jarl and Pamela Moan. Focusing on civil liberties, foster youth, public radio, and the arts.