Inflation in 2010 was low, according to the consumer price index. But underlying growth in the cost of energy, raw materials and health care could indicate significant inflation this year. And that could mean higher prices for consumers or lower profits for companies. Continue reading Energy, Raw Materials and Medical Costs Rise: Will Inflation Balloon in 2011? Energy, Raw Materials and Medical Costs Rise: Will Inflation Balloon in 2011? originally appeared on DailyFinance on Sat, 15 Jan 2011 10:00:00. Filed Under: Energy , Economy , Health Care Permalink | Tweet this! | Comments