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inflation

[in-fley-shuhn] / ɪnˈfleɪ ʃən /


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While inflation in France, Italy and Spain picked up in May, it declined in the eurozone’s largest economy, Germany, mainly on the back of a fuel-tax cut introduced at the start of the month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Traders are also awaiting the release of key US jobs figures on Friday, which should provide a fresh snapshot of the US economy as rising energy prices sends inflation rising.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Peru's economy has remained relatively stable, with steady growth and low inflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The euro traded higher against the dollar after data showed eurozone inflation accelerated in line with expectations in May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Through knowledge, political will, and perhaps some luck, we seem to have tamed inflation and the budget deficit.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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