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US consumer inflation expected to have increased further in April amid Iran war - Reuters

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US inflation jumps to 3.8% as Trump's Iran war sends petrol prices soaring - Financial Times.

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US inflation jumped to 3.8% in April as war with Iran continues to drive up prices - MSN.

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US inflation jumped to 3.8% in April as war with Iran continues to drive up prices - The Guardian.

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US inflation jumps to 3.8% as Middle East war stokes price rises - Financial Times.

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US inflation rose to 3.8% in April, eroding Americans' paychecks

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inflation rises at fastest pace since 2023 BNN

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consumer prices climbed sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher.

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Stock market today: Nasdaq, S&P 500, Dow futures fall as Wall Street weighs CPI inflation print - Yahoo Finance.

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**Summary:** The US consumer inflation rate is projected to increase further in April, driven by the ongoing Iran war and surging energy costs. **Why It Matters:** This news highlights the economic impact of geopolitical tensions on global inflation rates, potentially affecting consumer spending and business decisions.

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