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Fed Shifts Focus to War-Oil Inflation Amid Steady Rates

6/6/2026

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Boston Federal Reserve researchers said the shift in U.S. energy use lets the Federal Reserve (Fed) focus on war-oil inflation.
They noted efficiency and more domestic production since the 1970s have softened oil-price inflation.
Higher domestic energy prices now generate sector jobs, reducing job losses.
This job-market offset weakens the disinflationary effect of oil shocks, raising inflation pressure.
The Fed’s June 16-17 meeting is expected to keep rates at 3.50%-3.75%.

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Boston Federal Reserve researchers said the shift in U.S. energy use lets the Federal Reserve (Fed) focus on war-oil inflation.
They noted efficiency and more domestic production since the 1970s have softened oil-price inflation.
Higher domestic energy prices now generate sector jobs, reducing job losses.
This job-market offset weakens the disinflationary effect of oil shocks, raising inflation pressure.
The Fed’s June 16-17 meeting is expected to keep rates at 3.50%-3.75%.