Core PCE inflation rises to 2.8%, triggering stagflation concerns as risk-off event looms

Core inflation is back on the rise, and this is a trend we can’t ignore. With economic growth forecasts slipping, this kind of data paints a bleak picture for what’s to come. This isn’t a simple uptick; it’s a warning signal. We’re looking at the possibility of stagflation becoming a serious concern by 2025. Rising inflation with stagnating growth is the classic recipe for economic misery, and it’s starting to simmer right under the surface.