Core US inflation rate hit 3.4% in May, highest since October 2023, Fed’s preferred gauge shows

Source: CNBC

“The Federal Reserve’s primary price gauge rose at its highest level since 2023, reinforcing the central bank’s recent tough talk on inflation. Excluding food and energy, the personal consumption expenditures price index showed a 3.4% annual rate after rising 0.3% for the month, both in line with Dow Jones consensus. The core reading was the highest since October 2023. … Even with the elevated inflation levels, consumer spending for the month came in stronger than expected.” (06/25/26)

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