US inflation rate eases to 3.5% as gasoline prices fall
While US inflation rate fell in June, concerns remain over prices rising again due to the renewed conflict in the Middle East.
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"Gasoline prices are already back above June levels, meaning the next inflation report will heat up again."
— Ipek Ozkardeskaya , Academic
"We share a resolute commitment to restoring price stability."
— Kevin Warsh , Executive
"Instead, we are likely to see a conservative outlook from the Federal Reserve when it meets in a fortnight."
— Lindsay James , Executive
"If we get another hot reading on core inflation this week, then the FOMC will need to consider tightening monetary policy in the near term."
— Christopher Waller , Executive
Key People
Christopher Waller is a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Ipek Ozkardeskaya is a senior analyst at Swissquote Bank.
Kevin Warsh is the Federal Reserve's new chief.
Lindsay James is an investment strategist at Quilter.
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While US inflation rate fell in June, concerns remain over prices rising again due to the renewed conflict in the Middle East.
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