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Data Round-Up: PPI Moderated in July, Trends Still Well Above Target

posted by Michael Lewis on August 09, 2018

Found in US, categorized in Growth Outlook and Business Cycle

Tags: inflation UI claim wholesale inventory

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July total and core PPI came in under expectations, but the trends for both remain quite elevated, e.g., wholesale core inflation at +2.7%.

Abstract

FMI’s analyses of this morning’s July PPI report including a review of recent High-Frequency Inflation Indicators, the latest Weekly Initial UI Claims & Rail Traffic results, and our review of and a look at 18Q2 GDP Component Revisions to Date including today’s June Wholesale Inventories report.

About Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis

Mike Lewis founded Free Market Inc. (FMI) in 1982 as a full-service economic consulting firm, providing insights and in-depth data analysis primarily for institutional money managers and corporate planning directors.

FMI has compiled a solid record of timely, independent and accurate economic forecasts.  FMI blends its unique analysis of indicators and experience with economic cycles into a consistent overall outlook. They offer both a comprehensive overview and in-depth detail that enable clients to integrate FMI’s insights into their decision-making process.

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