ECONOMICS COMMENTARY
Sep 17, 2013
US inflation drops sharply in August, but core rate picks up
The headline rate of inflation in the US fell sharply in August, but a rise in the core measure will help alleviate concerns that deflationary forces are taking hold. The data therefore add to the likelihood of the Fed starting to trim its asset purchases this week.
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