Sporting Goods CPI Through April 2026
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The April 2026 Sporting Goods CPI increased 3.7 percent vs. April 2025, marking the 4th consecutive month the index has increased. Previously, the index had decreased every month since February 2023 before remaining flat in November and decreasing in December of last year. In comparison, the overall product index has continued to increase.
NOTE: There was no October 2025 CPI information because of the government shutdown.
Sporting Goods Retailers PPI Through April 2026
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics
The April 2026 Sporting Goods Retailers PPI decreased 0.4% vs. April 2025. The Sporting Goods Retailers PPI has now decreased 4 of the last 12 months dating to May 2025.
Overview: The PPI for Sporting Goods Retailers tracks pricing trends for new sporting goods such as bicycles, camping equipment, exercise and fitness equipment, athletic uniforms, and specialty sports footwear as well as other sporting goods, equipment, and accessories.