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inflation

[in-fley-shuhn] / ɪnˈfleɪ ʃən /


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A measure of prices jumped to a nearly four-year high in a sign of persistent inflation.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Several Southeast Asian economies will also release April inflation data, likely showing higher prices due to the global energy shock.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Since 1995, Florida has capped annual assessment increases at 3% or the annual inflation rate, depending on which is lower.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The continued increase in core inflation could raise some concerns among some policymakers, ING economists said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Now there’s wreckage, and inflation, and moral collapse.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen




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