US inflation drops for first time in six years
The U.S. economy experienced a slowdown in inflation during June, with the monthly Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index decreasing by 0.1%. The annual inflation rate fell to 3.7%, marking the lowest level in six years, primarily due to a decline in energy prices, especially fuel. Despite this slowdown, core inflation remains elevated at 3.3% annually. The Federal Reserve emphasized its commitment to maintaining its 2% inflation target, continuing a cautious approach to interest rate hikes, having kept rates steady at the June meeting. Experts anticipate that this slowdown will give the Fed an opportunity to assess the situation, although risks of returning inflationary pressures remain due to rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions, with the likelihood of continued monetary tightening in the coming months.
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