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U.S. producer prices surged in September, with headline PPI posting its biggest monthly gain since March 2022 and core measures also running hot. The broad inflation rebound strengthens the case for a cautious Federal Reserve and reduces the odds of near-term rate cuts.
U.S. producer prices accelerated in August, with headline PPI rising 5.4% year over year as diesel and raw-material costs spread through the supply chain. The hotter inflation reading pushed Treasury yields higher, pressured stocks, and lifted odds of a September Fed rate hike.
July producer prices were unchanged, while core PPI cooled more than expected, easing pressure on the Fed and lifting stocks to record highs. But a jump in a key services measure shows inflation is still sticky, keeping policymakers cautious despite the softer report.
U.S. producer prices unexpectedly fell in June, marking the biggest monthly drop in 14 months and easing annual inflation to 5.5%. Energy-led goods deflation drove the surprise, while core measures stayed sticky. Markets took the report as Fed-friendly, sending Treasury yields and the dollar lower.
U.S. producer prices rose 1.1% in May, far above forecasts, while annual PPI climbed to 6.5%, the highest since late 2022. Energy costs led the surge, adding pressure on businesses and reinforcing the case for the Federal Reserve to stay cautious on rate cuts.
April’s producer price report came in far hotter than expected, with headline PPI up 6.0% year over year and core measures also surging. The broad rebound in services, trade margins, and freight costs is reviving concerns that inflation remains sticky and could delay Fed rate cuts.
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