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Annual Inflation Rate Reaches 4.2 Percent in May

In May 2026, the annual inflation rate rose to 4.2 percent, the highest level in three years. The increase is linked to rising costs of energy and various goods, according to the Department of Labor.

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In May 2026, the annual inflation rate rose to 4.2 percent, the highest level in three years. The increase is linked to rising costs of energy and various goods, according to the Department of Labor.

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Inflation rises to 4.2 percent in May, highest level in 3 years

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Annual Inflation Rate Reaches 4.2 Percent in May