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Friday, May 15

Inflation

Consumer Prices Climbed 3.8% in April — Fastest Annual Pace in Nearly Three Years

via Bureau of Labor Statistics

Consumer prices rose 3.8% year-over-year in April — the fastest pace in nearly three years — driven by a 3.8% monthly energy spike that alone accounted for over 40% of April's overall price increase. Shelter costs climbed 0.6% and grocery prices rose 0.7% for the month.

Why it matters

When inflation runs this far above the Fed's 2% goal, everyday costs from gas to rent consume a larger share of household income, leaving less room for saving and paying down debt.

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