
U.S. Core Inflation Holds Steady at 3.3 Percent as Energy Costs Push Prices Higher
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge showed core prices increased 3.3 percent annually in July, while overall inflation reached 3.7 percent amid rising energy costs. The data underscores persistent price pressures even as private household incomes saw unexpected growth.
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Inflation Remains Elevated as Energy Costs Push on Prices
The Personal Consumption Expenditure index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation tracker, held steady in July.
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The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to rise 0.1% monthly and 3.6% on a 12-month basis, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.
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