In May, inflation reached a three-year high of 4.2% annually, primarily driven by rising energy prices, which accounted for over 60% of the increase, according to the Labor Department. In contrast, core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, rose by 2.9%. Geoff Bennett spoke with Roben Farzad of Full Disclosure regarding these developments.
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Energy Prices Contribute to Highest Inflation Rate in Three Years
Inflation in the U.S. hit 4.2% in May, the highest rate in three years, largely due to rising energy costs. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, increased by 2.9%.
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As Iran war drags on, spiking energy prices send inflation to 3-year high
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Energy Prices Contribute to Highest Inflation Rate in Three Years