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Economic Forecast Update

Updated 2026-05-15 15:05 UTC 1 source Neutral

Top economic forecasters project an inflation rate of 6% in the second quarter. This follows a recent survey indicating a potential increase in prices over the next several months.

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Inflation rate projected to hit 6% in the second quarter, top economic forecasters say

The recent surge in inflation is likely to get worse over the next several months, according to a survey Friday.

2026-05-15 14:20 UTC