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Fed’s Preferred Inflation Rate Near 3-Year Peak
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure rose to 3.4% in May, the highest in nearly three years, driven by increasing consumer spending. This unexpected uptick, surpassing analyst expectations and the Fed’s 2% target, is fueling speculation of an interest rate hike later this year. The data underscores ongoing inflation pressures despite efforts to curb rising prices.
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