Americans are frustrated by the high cost of living, especially fuel prices. Incomes rose faster than prices last year, but the reverse has held since February. The inflation reacceleration that began in March stems from disruptions in global energy markets, with wars involving Iran and Ukraine cutting supplies of crude oil and refined products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and home heating oil. The article argues inflation will subside once overseas conflicts are resolved, but consumers may face more pain until then.
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