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CPI inflation jumps in Jun. to 2.7% annual rate
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June's uptick in consumer prices likely gives the Fed room to stay on hold as uncertainty over tariffs clouds the timing of its next rate cut, according to economists.
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Inflation rose last month to its highest level since February as President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs push up the cost of a range of goods, including furniture, clothing and large appliances.
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins said on Tuesday she's in no rush to change the U.S. central bank's benchmark interest rate amid current economic uncertainty, as data suggest that while import tariffs will drive up inflation,
“While any tariff induced boost to inflation is likely to be short-lived, with higher tariffs being announced it would be wise for the Fed to remain on the sidelines for a few more months at least,” said Seema Shah, chief global strategist at Principal Asset Management.
A busy week ahead for investors will see inflation data, the debate about the Fed's next move, and the start of second quarter earnings season all come into focus after a flurry of trade activity last week.
Minutes from the Fed’s June policy meeting tease at a looming split over whether and when officials will resume rate cuts.
The emerging divide among Federal Reserve officials over the outlook for interest rates is being driven largely by differing expectations for how tariffs might affect inflation, a record of policymakers’ most recent meeting showed.
The year-over-year inflation rate surged to 2.7% in June from 2.4% in May, surpassing the forecast. Tariff effects were mixed in the new report. The Federal Reserve could use the new reading to help decide whether to change interest rates in late July.