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Fed's preferred inflation gauge hits highest level since 2023

Fed's preferred inflation gauge hits highest level since 2023

Summary

The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation rose to 4.1% in May, marking its highest point since 2023. This shows that prices for goods and services are increasing faster than before.

Key Facts

  • The inflation gauge used by the Federal Reserve reached 4.1% in May.
  • This is the highest inflation rate recorded by this measure in over three years.
  • The inflation gauge tracks how much prices for goods and services increase over time.
  • Higher inflation means the cost of living is rising.
  • The Federal Reserve monitors this measure to help guide economic policy.
  • Inflation affects decisions on interest rates and economic growth.
  • Experts analyze this data to understand the economy's health.
  • CBS News and Barron's Investor Circle provided analysis of this increase.
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