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U.S. Inflation Expectations Surge to Highest Since 1981

4/16/2025

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Rising inflation in the U.S. is causing concern, but interpretations may vary.
The University of Michigan survey shows consumers anticipate inflation at 6.7% over the next year, the highest since 1981.
This expectation reflects a significant 1.7 percentage point increase from March, marking the largest monthly rise since 1978.

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Story summary

Rising inflation in the U.S. is causing concern, but interpretations may vary.
The University of Michigan survey shows consumers anticipate inflation at 6.7% over the next year, the highest since 1981.
This expectation reflects a significant 1.7 percentage point increase from March, marking the largest monthly rise since 1978.