US Producer Prices Top Estimates in November at 0.3%

The video discusses the Producer Price Index (PPI) and its monthly and yearly changes. It highlights a monthly increase in PPI, exceeding forecasts, and a decrease in yearly inflation due to base effects. The video also examines the role of services in driving inflation, which is a concern for the Federal Reserve.

What was the actual monthly increase in the core rate of PPI compared to the forecast?

• 5/10 increase

• 2/10 increase

• 3/10 increase

• 4/10 increase

How did the final demand year-over-year percentage change from the previous year?

• Decreased to 7.4%

• Increased to 8%

• Increased to 7.4%

• Remained at 7.4%

What is the core inflation rate after the year-over-year change?

• 6.2%

• 8%

• 6.7%

• 7.4%

Which sector is primarily driving the inflation in PPI, CPI, and PCE?

• Food

• Services

• Energy

• Goods

What was the percentage change in energy prices?

• Up 4.0%

• Down 4.0%

• Down 3.3%

• Up 3.3%