The Guardian
28 May 2026, 16:06 UTC · 1d ago
Source · https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/may/28/inflation-increased-april-iran-war-price-rises
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US inflation reached its fastest pace in three years in April, with the PCE price index rising 3.8% year-on-year. — High inflation erodes consumer purchasing power and creates a restrictive environment for economic growth.
-0.80The Federal Reserve may hold interest rates unchanged into next year, and some policymakers are open to hiking rates. — Higher-for-longer rates increase borrowing costs for companies and consumers, weighing on equity valuations.
-0.70US GDP growth for the first quarter was revised downward from 2.0% to 1.6%. — A downward revision in GDP signals slowing economic momentum and reduced corporate earnings potential.
-0.60War with Iran has disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, causing gasoline prices to rise 12.3% in April. — Energy price shocks act as a tax on consumers and increase input costs for businesses.
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