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Latest inflation report may give the Fed more time for its control efforts

Latest inflation report may give the Fed more time for its control efforts
NPR Business Thursday 13 August 2026, 08:43 UTC By Scott Horsley 1 min read
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Inflation cooled a bit last month. Gas and grocery prices dipped and the overall cost of living rose more slowly, giving the Federal Reserve some breathing room for inflation control efforts.

Inflation cooled a bit last month. Gas and grocery prices dipped and the overall cost of living rose more slowly, giving the Federal Reserve some breathing room for inflation control efforts.

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