Monthly Inflation Increases in June
Briefly

In June, inflation rose to 2.7 percent, an increase from May's 2.4 percent, while core inflation climbed to 2.9 percent. Concerns that tariffs would drive up inflation have not fully emerged, though they may have contributed to the June rise. The elevated inflation levels make it less probable that the Federal Reserve will implement any interest rate cuts, despite President Trump's advocacy for lower rates. Furthermore, speculation has arisen regarding the potential replacement of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
Inflation rose to 2.7 percent in June, up from 2.4 percent in May, with core inflation reaching 2.9 percent, driven by factors including tariffs and broader economic pressures.
Higher inflation rates decrease the likelihood of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, despite President Trump advocating for a reduction to 1 percent.
Speculation mounts regarding President Trump's interests in replacing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as he continues to resist calls for lower interest rates.
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