Episode
Headline CPI Number Is Hot, While Core Inflation Is Not
- Podcast
- The Navarro Express
- Published
- Jun 10, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 325
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Summary
A closer look at the May CPI report shows that higher gasoline and energy prices drove most of the increase in headline inflation, while core inflation remained subdued and came in below expectations. Policymakers should focus on underlying inflation trends rather than temporary energy-driven price spikes.