Underlying US Inflation Moderated Slightly in April

The video discusses the accuracy of economists' forecasts for the Consumer Price Index (CPI), noting that the month-over-month changes for both headline and core CPI matched expectations. It highlights a slight increase in headline CPI compared to the previous month and a decrease in real average weekly and hourly earnings. The discussion also covers potential inflation risks and market reactions, particularly in two-year yields. Key price changes in energy, used cars, and commodities are analyzed, with a focus on their impact on the CPI. The Federal Reserve's expectation of a volatile inflation process is also mentioned.

What was the performance of used cars in the CPI report?

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What does the text suggest about the Fed's expectations regarding inflation?

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