Event Brief
May U.S. inflation likely topped 4% for first time
Filed: Jun 09, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Economists expect the upcoming CPI report to show U.S. inflation continuing to rise above 4%.
WHO: Economists
WHAT: Economists forecast May U.S. inflation likely topped 4% and said higher energy costs are driving the rise.
WHEN: Jun 09, 2026 at 3:37 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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