U.S. Inflation Rises Again in May
Prices Accelerate Over a Month
U.S. inflation accelerated again in May. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased by 0.5% over the month on a seasonally adjusted basis. On an unadjusted basis, the index stands at 335.123.
A Yearly Increase of 4.2%
Over twelve months, consumer prices rose by 4.2%, compared to 3.8% in April. This trend confirms a renewed inflationary pressure in the United States after several months of index growth. The increase is notably driven by some volatile components, while core inflation appears more contained.
A Key Indicator Closely Watched by Investors
The CPI is one of the main indicators of U.S. inflation. It measures the change in prices paid by urban households for a basket of goods and services. As such, it is closely monitored by financial markets because it can influence the Federal Reserve's monetary policy expectations.
No Major Surprises for the Markets
The publication, however, does not constitute a significant bullish surprise. Economists surveyed before the release had already anticipated a monthly increase of about 0.5% and an annual rise of 4.2%. The signal remains slightly unfavorable for the markets, as annual inflation is accelerating compared to the previous month.
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