Key U.S inflation gauge shows price growth cooled in April
Consumer spending slowed despite rising incomes, potentially an early reaction to higher prices on some imported goods.
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Consumer spending slowed despite rising incomes, potentially an early reaction to higher prices on some imported goods.
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The CPI report was cooler than expected, although inflation is still higher than the Federal Reserve's 2% annual goal.
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Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
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