US Supercore inflation soared to 5% in May, highest since April 2023, despite core CPI decline.

Sharing is Caring!

US Supercore inflation increased 5.0% year-over-year in May, its highest level since April 2023.

Supercore inflation is a key metric the Fed follows which includes core services inflation less shelter.

Over the last 8 months, it has seen a significant increase from ~3.8% in October.

This is despite core CPI inflation declining to 3.4% year-over-year from 3.6% in April and below estimates of 3.5%.

Overall, inflation has been above 3% for 38 straight months, the longest streak since the 1990s’ when it lasted for 54 months.

The fight against inflation is far from over.

See also  Gold Rush Overwhelms South Korea, Inflation Skyrockets
See also  The surge in consumer insolvencies to levels not seen since 2009 is a massive warning sign for Canada's economy

98 views