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Marketplace · June 25, 2026 · 00:25:20

Inflation sped up in May. What's to blame?

Show Notes

Consumer prices climbed 4.1% in May, with even core inflation reaching a three-year high of 3.4%, signaling persistent price pressures beyond energy. The report came alongside an upward revision to first-quarter GDP growth, underscoring the economy's mixed signals. The episode also explores the unintended consequences of property tax cuts in Wyoming, the often overlooked economic role of Great Lakes cargo shipping, and the Gen Z trend of choosing self-improvement over expensive dating.

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Highlights

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Core Inflation Hit a Three-Year High
Core PCE inflation, excluding volatile food and energy prices, hit a three-year high of 3.4% in May.
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Q1 GDP Revised Up to 2.1%
First-quarter GDP growth was revised up to 2.1%, indicating stronger economic output than initially estimated.
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Wyoming Property Tax Cuts Surface Trade-Offs
Wyoming’s property tax cuts are surfacing difficult questions about what public services those taxes fund and what happens when they shrink.
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Great Lakes Cargo Ships Are Vital Supply Chain Link
Cargo ships on the Great Lakes are a critical artery for transporting bulk goods like iron ore, grain, and road salt across the U.S.
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Gen Z Ditches 'Date-flation' for Solo-Maxxing
Rising costs are pushing Gen Z toward 'solo-maxxing,' prioritizing personal development and financial stability over traditional dating expenditures.
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