U.S. consumers are getting a reprieve from high gasoline prices, but a jump in electricity and natural-gas costs are increasing their energy bills
Largest 12-month increase in at least 41 years for a U.S. electricity-cost index increases consumers’ energy bills
U.S. electric bills have soared, and are likely to move higher as households break out their air conditioners. WSJ’s Katherine Blunt explains why electricity and natural gas prices are up so much this year and offers tips on how to manage the expense. Illustration: Mike Cheslik
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