text:  Inflation and the cost of goods are still everyday struggles for most Americans. Madison Allworth of the Fox Business Network has details. PCE, which measures how much Americans are spending on goods and services, was flat in May after three consecutive months of 0.3% gains. It was also the lowest annual rate in more than three years. Now, this is a good sign for the Federal Reserve, who's been working hard to bring down inflation. PCE is their preferred economic measure.