INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The United States Bureau of Economic Analysis reports a 0.3% rise in the PCE inflation index for February, hitting 2.5% annually
excluding food and energy, jumps 0.4% monthly, reaching 2.8% yearly, outpacing forecasts of 0.3% and 2.6%
The Fed closely tracks PCE data to guide its monetary policy, keeping rates steady at 4.25%-4.5% after its March meeting.Officials project
trade policies spark debate among economists, who warn tariffs lift costs for consumers and businesses alike
climbs 0.8% in February, yet spending grows only 0.4%, hinting at cautious households
Businesses brace for higher costs, with uncertainty soaring as Trump plans more tariffs in April.Tariffs and Stubborn Inflation Test United
stays 10% above pre-pandemic levels, squeezing budgets
Trump vows to crush inflation, yet his tariffs may fuel it further, challenging the Fed and United States resilience
The story behind these figures reveals a high-stakes balancing act for policymakers and businesses worldwide.
