US Inflation Rises in Line with Expectations in April

Friday, 31 May 2024, 12:35

The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index rose 0.3% in April, as reported by the Commerce Department. This aligns with expectations and reflects a steady trend since March. Over the 12 months leading to April, the PCE price index increased by 2.7%, in line with the U.S. central bank's 2% target for inflation. Stay informed with the latest developments on economic indicators.
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US Inflation Rises in Line with Expectations in April

US Inflation Rises in Line with Expectations in April

The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index increased 0.3% last month, the Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis said on Friday, matching the unrevised gain in March. In the 12 months through April, the PCE price index rose 2.7% after advancing 2.7% in March. The PCE price index is one of the inflation measures tracked by the U.S. central bank for its 2% target.


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