Inflation jumps to 3-year high, CPI shows, and that's not the end of it

U.S. inflation rose to 3.8% in April, a nearly three-year high, driven by higher gas prices. The print signals persistent price pressure for consumers and may keep policy expectations cautious. The article implies the inflation pain is unlikely to fade quickly, making it market-relevant at the macro level.

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U.S. inflation rose to 3.8% in April, a nearly three-year high, driven by higher gas prices. The print signals persistent price pressure for consumers and may keep policy expectations cautious. The article implies the inflation pain is unlikely to fade quickly, making it market-relevant at the macro level.