US Inflation Breaks 3-Year Mark Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Soaring Energy Costs
Consumer price inflation in the United States surged to its highest level in three years last month, with rising gas prices serving as a primary catalyst. The increase has created significant headaches for the Federal Reserve and adds complexity to the near-term political landscape ahead of midterm elections.The Labour Department reported that consumer prices rose by 4.2 per cent in May compared to a year earlier. This figure marks an acceleration from the 3.8 per cent rise recorded in April, constituting the third consecutive month of inflation increase. On a monthly basis, prices climbed 0.5 per cent.Consumer Price Index Hits Three-Year Peak
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