Consumer prices rose 3.5% annually in June, less than expected as energy prices eased
Annual inflation slowed to 3.5% in June as energy costs declined, marking the first consumer price index drop since 2020.
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Annual inflation slowed to 3.5% in June as energy costs declined, marking the first consumer price index drop since 2020.
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