Annual inflation rate cooled again in July as Fed eyes potential rate cut

Annual inflation rate cooled again in July as Fed eyes potential rate cut

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The video discusses a recent inflation report showing a 2.9% increase in prices in July compared to the previous year, marking the first time inflation has been below 3% since March 2021. This positive report may influence the Federal Reserve to consider cutting interest rates in their upcoming meeting, aligning with previous expectations of a potential rate cut.

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What does the gauge on inflation indicate about the inflation rate in July?

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How does the inflation rate in July compare to the previous year?

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What significant change occurred in the overall inflation rate since March 2021?

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What potential action might the Fed take regarding interest rates based on the inflation report?

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What was the conventional thinking about the Fed's decision on interest rates before today's news?

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