US monthly inflation slows; consumer spending surges
Washington | US prices increased less than expected in February, with the cost of services outside housing and energy slowing significantly, keeping a June interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve on the table.
The report from the Commerce Department on Friday also showed consumer spending rising by the most in just over a year, underscoring the economy’s resilience. The United States continues to outperform its global peers despite higher borrowing costs, thanks to persistent labour market strength.
Reuters
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